Fatboy vs Breakout
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Why? He could buy a new one with warranty for a little more then that. Then customize the way he'd want. He's going to have to pay tax, whereas a trade in reduces the tax.
Two years ago I bought my 18' Fatboy in Bonneville Salt Flat White, Breather, V&H Satin 300 slip-ons and 2,000 miles for $17,000 from a notorious dealer for jacking prices. Also in excellent condition, not a scratch or dent anywhere.
Two years ago I bought my 18' Fatboy in Bonneville Salt Flat White, Breather, V&H Satin 300 slip-ons and 2,000 miles for $17,000 from a notorious dealer for jacking prices. Also in excellent condition, not a scratch or dent anywhere.
That being said... 19K is a bit much.
I paid $17,500 for Rayearth and he had Eliminator 300s, a Luggage rack and sissy bar, Cruise control, and windshield already installed. 3790 Miles.
And Rayearth is part of a limited edition paint set, number 20 of 150. Rarer than a Ferrari Enzo.
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I say keep the bike and ride it knowing you got a cool one.
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I looked at the Break Out, opted for the Fat Boy
I heard the handling was different on the BO, plus I like to sit back & cruise & Ahnold said to buy the FB or he would be back
I heard the handling was different on the BO, plus I like to sit back & cruise & Ahnold said to buy the FB or he would be back
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Heya,
First time poster here. I am really excited to try and pick out a bike. I am 6 220lbs, 32 inseam, been lifting all my life so fairly strong and coordinated. Just so you all have an idea of my stats. I am really going back and forth between a Breakout and a Fat Boy. I know I am going to get told to test them out, my only issue is I live in a very small town, and the Breakout has been discontinued here in the States.
I have tried to do my best to research them both. I know they both have the 114 and fat back tire. I really like the look of both and have found a used breakout about 500 miles from where I live.
I want to know how they compare to each other riding. I have heard the Breakout is hard to control and turn or corner? How is that compared to the Fat Boy? I am not expecting either of them to handle like a sportster, but the more educated I can be the better. I have heard the breakouts are just an absolute blast to ride, from a lot of the online reviews I can find. I havent seen the same reactions to the Fat Boy, any reasons why? I have also heard due to the rake on the BO, that they seem to dump easier? Thanks everyone any input here would be very much appreciated.
First time poster here. I am really excited to try and pick out a bike. I am 6 220lbs, 32 inseam, been lifting all my life so fairly strong and coordinated. Just so you all have an idea of my stats. I am really going back and forth between a Breakout and a Fat Boy. I know I am going to get told to test them out, my only issue is I live in a very small town, and the Breakout has been discontinued here in the States.
I have tried to do my best to research them both. I know they both have the 114 and fat back tire. I really like the look of both and have found a used breakout about 500 miles from where I live.
I want to know how they compare to each other riding. I have heard the Breakout is hard to control and turn or corner? How is that compared to the Fat Boy? I am not expecting either of them to handle like a sportster, but the more educated I can be the better. I have heard the breakouts are just an absolute blast to ride, from a lot of the online reviews I can find. I havent seen the same reactions to the Fat Boy, any reasons why? I have also heard due to the rake on the BO, that they seem to dump easier? Thanks everyone any input here would be very much appreciated.
Still, it's a cool fun bike and I dig riding it.
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The Breakout has made a come back this year from what I've read.
If you know how to properly ride, the Fatboy is a great handling bike. Check out some of Franbunny's videos.
I can make a u-turn on a one lane road without touching the ground with my foot if need be. Yes, when i first got my Fatboy, it seemed like I had to muscle it. But not anymore.
I'm 5'8" 230lbs inseam 30" and i sit flat footed.
If you know how to properly ride, the Fatboy is a great handling bike. Check out some of Franbunny's videos.
I can make a u-turn on a one lane road without touching the ground with my foot if need be. Yes, when i first got my Fatboy, it seemed like I had to muscle it. But not anymore.
I'm 5'8" 230lbs inseam 30" and i sit flat footed.
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From: central Fl
my fatboy is one of the best harleys i have owned. and it looks bad ***. if you have a problem in turns then go for a sportster. handling is great oh did i mention how bad *** they look. people that say they are hard to turn need to learn how to ride first
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