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omegajim · 06-23-2009, 10:36 PM

search around find the cheapest used one that is in the colors you like or at least

in the colors you hate the least.

GeorgiaRoller · 06-25-2009, 04:03 PM

There's really only two Harleys that tempt me. The Fatbob & Vrod Muscle. Probably won't ever own either of them but I do like them.

I don't typically care for the Fatboy. But this picture of a totally customized one is pretty slick. I could ride that one.

HAMMERPETE · 06-25-2009, 04:08 PM

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Originally Posted by GeorgiaRoller

There's really only two Harleys that tempt me. The Fatbob & Vrod Muscle. Probably won't ever own either of them but I do like them.

I don't typically care for the Fatboy. But this picture of a totally customized one is pretty slick. I could ride that one.

I second the FATBOB.

The other...look good sitting still but the ride and heat is unbearable.

omegajim · 06-25-2009, 07:20 PM

I would also agree on the fatboy (I think) vs the vrod;

the vrod hasn't turned out to be the marketing "all that and a bag of chips" Harley hoped it was going to be.

Plus, it gets fairly close to encroaching in on Buell territory.

JmalB · 06-26-2009, 07:00 AM

Not really. A V-Rod even the Street Rod won't handle anywhere near as well as a Buell.

GeorgiaRoller · 06-26-2009, 08:32 AM

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Originally Posted by JmalB

Not really. A V-Rod even the Street Rod won't handle anywhere near as well as a Buell.

Who buys a Harley because of handling???!!! C'mon give me a break. You buy a Harley for looks & nameplate only.

JmalB · 06-26-2009, 09:57 AM

You actually read the post above mine?

Davecm203 · 06-26-2009, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by GeorgiaRoller

There's really only two Harleys that tempt me. The Fatbob & Vrod Muscle. Probably won't ever own either of them but I do like them.

I really liked the pictures of the V-Rod Muscle so I went into A Harley dealer while I was waiting for the women to shop at the mall next to it. They had three of them I didn't realize that they came lowered until then. The salesman must have thought I was an idiot when I asked, "Can't you get one that has not been lowered?" He just stared at me for a couple of seconds with this look like, "Why in the hell would you want that for?" Then he just walked away. Oh, well. I guess I just don't get it.

omegajim · 06-26-2009, 06:42 PM

apparently, people with money aren't always their target demographic.

GeorgiaRoller · 06-26-2009, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Davecm203

I really liked the pictures of the V-Rod Muscle so I went into A Harley dealer while I was waiting for the women to shop at the mall next to it. They had three of them I didn't realize that they came lowered until then. The salesman must have thought I was an idiot when I asked, "Can't you get one that has not been lowered?" He just stared at me for a couple of seconds with this look like, "Why in the hell would you want that for?" Then he just walked away. Oh, well. I guess I just don't get it.

I sat on one as well at a bike show. The bike is a real looker. I like it ton's more than the standard V-Rods. I wouldn't mind test riding one just to see how it feels.

Davecm203 · 06-26-2009, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by GeorgiaRoller

I sat on one as well at a bike show. The bike is a real looker. I like it ton's more than the standard V-Rods. I wouldn't mind test riding one just to see how it feels.

It does look great. I can get a test ride on one, but just don't see the point since it is lowered. That is a deal breaker for me unless they could raise it up to the hight of the standard V-Rod which might be possible.

pugsly · 07-12-2009, 03:20 PM

i test rode a 1200 sportster the other day my sweet jesus i am in love with the bike

omegajim · 07-12-2009, 07:33 PM

I've always heard they were pretty fast; fairly simple bike with a fair amount of power.

pugsly · 07-15-2009, 08:43 PM

yep that descries them i am too scared to buy i though too much oomph for me i am used to my 650 dont want to much power till i learn a lot more about riding

womper · 07-17-2009, 02:04 AM

i loves the fat bob.

HAMMERPETE · 07-20-2009, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by pugsly

yep that descries them i am too scared to buy i though too much oomph for me i am used to my 650 dont want to much power till i learn a lot more about riding

Dos your dealer have one of these.......

This biotch screams my name every time we go into the dealership.

JmalB · 07-21-2009, 07:35 AM

That is the only H-D they could talk me into buying atm.

pugsly · 07-26-2009, 01:13 AM

yeah they got one i am really scared of them they are quicker than what i am used to

Rickster · 07-26-2009, 10:27 AM

I think your going to find that there arn't to many full sized bikes of any manufacturer that arn't faster than your 650.

pugsly · 07-26-2009, 06:40 PM

yeah i know now i just got to grow a pair and buy one

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omegajim M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: Jan 2007 Bike: 1980 Yamaha XS850 Location: Washington County, WI Posts: 10,423	I would also agree on the fatboy (I think) vs the vrod; the vrod hasn't turned out to be the marketing "all that and a bag of chips" Harley hoped it was going to be. Plus, it gets fairly close to encroaching in on Buell territory. __________________ "FREE TIBET!"* With purchase of one Tibet of equal or greater value. "I have a driver's license. It doesn't mean I show up at the Indy 500 with my morgan." Ducky- NCIS and until very recently, we were Wisconsin Tourism Federation ----- no really.

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omegajim M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: Jan 2007 Bike: 1980 Yamaha XS850 Location: Washington County, WI Posts: 10,423	apparently, people with money aren't always their target demographic. __________________ "FREE TIBET!"* With purchase of one Tibet of equal or greater value. "I have a driver's license. It doesn't mean I show up at the Indy 500 with my morgan." Ducky- NCIS and until very recently, we were Wisconsin Tourism Federation ----- no really.

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pugsly Third gear and cruising Join Date: Oct 2008 Bike: 2007 Yamaha 650 Classic Raven Paint Scheme Location: southeastern ky Posts: 505	i test rode a 1200 sportster the other day my sweet jesus i am in love with the bike __________________ Maybe, just once, someone will call me 'sir' without adding, 'you're making a scene

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omegajim M-J Lifetime Achievement Award Join Date: Jan 2007 Bike: 1980 Yamaha XS850 Location: Washington County, WI Posts: 10,423	I've always heard they were pretty fast; fairly simple bike with a fair amount of power. __________________ "FREE TIBET!"* With purchase of one Tibet of equal or greater value. "I have a driver's license. It doesn't mean I show up at the Indy 500 with my morgan." Ducky- NCIS and until very recently, we were Wisconsin Tourism Federation ----- no really.

07-15-2009, 08:43 PM	#54 (permalink)
pugsly Third gear and cruising Join Date: Oct 2008 Bike: 2007 Yamaha 650 Classic Raven Paint Scheme Location: southeastern ky Posts: 505	yep that descries them i am too scared to buy i though too much oomph for me i am used to my 650 dont want to much power till i learn a lot more about riding __________________ Maybe, just once, someone will call me 'sir' without adding, 'you're making a scene

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pugsly Third gear and cruising Join Date: Oct 2008 Bike: 2007 Yamaha 650 Classic Raven Paint Scheme Location: southeastern ky Posts: 505	yeah they got one i am really scared of them they are quicker than what i am used to __________________ Maybe, just once, someone will call me 'sir' without adding, 'you're making a scene

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Rickster Forensic Bug Splatter Analyst Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: St Paul Mn Posts: 4,213	I think your going to find that there arn't to many full sized bikes of any manufacturer that arn't faster than your 650. __________________ 2009 BMW, R 1200 GS 2008 DR 650 2006 HD Road King 2008 1250 Bandit ABS 2003 KTM 525 EX/C 2005 Santa Cruz Heckler

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pugsly Third gear and cruising Join Date: Oct 2008 Bike: 2007 Yamaha 650 Classic Raven Paint Scheme Location: southeastern ky Posts: 505	yeah i know now i just got to grow a pair and buy one __________________ Maybe, just once, someone will call me 'sir' without adding, 'you're making a scene

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