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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 10:11 AM
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I'm gonna miss the springer !!! Hope it makes a return in the future
We lost some really cool models this year, but gained a few. What are you thoughts about the new models?
 
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 10:34 AM
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The new models are pretty hideous....
 
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 10:43 AM
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I second the motion for absolutely HIDEOUS.
 
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 10:48 AM
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Verdict is out untill I see them in person. That said I think they have potential. I can say for certain though the Rocker standard with the grey engine turns me off, I preffer black always. And the rear tail being grey instead of color matched to the frame takes away from the hard tail look it is supposed to resemble. But the C model I think I may like but have to see it. And the Fatbob looks interesting in pics, not sure if I am a fan of the dual lamps but other then that I think it looks good. Not trading the 06 WG in on any of them though.
 
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 10:49 AM
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Default RE: Lost some nice models in 08

It's making me very sad to see Harley go with girly designs.
I'm a fan of the Exile bike look but not the new rounded, curvy, sleek, smooth looks.

Another thing I'm disappointed in is the larger engines, during this new era of Green engines.
Yeah, ok, I love powerful engines but I'd like to also see H-D step up to the plate.

We can easily redesign an 88A to get power and economy, even retaining a good sound.
 
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 10:52 AM
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Not impressed at all.
 
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 10:52 AM
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dang !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! they did away withthe classic springer ??? very bad move !!!
 
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 10:55 AM
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jury still out here too , until i see them in person. as it stands my 2006 fxdbi is great . I never say never tho .
 
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Default RE: Lost some nice models in 08

The Springer will be missed. I think the Fat Bob is sweet , but that Rocker looks like the Deuces retarded brother.
 
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Old Jul 10, 2007 | 11:05 AM
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I like aspects of the new bikes. I like the introduction of some new colors too. I can't wait to see the Dark Blue Denim in person. I think the bars on the Fat Bob as pretty sweet. I'm going to see what it will take to get those put onto a SB.
 
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