2014 Low Rider
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2014 Low Rider
Who has one?
How many miles have you put on it?
I have been riding for 35 years (1979 to present). Have owned 8 street bikes from 1982 to present (3 Hondas, 2 Kawasakis, 2 Suzukis, and 1 Yamaha). Looking to transition from sport bikes to a cruiser. Have never owned a cruiser to date.
I went to a Demo Day event on Sat and rode three bikes. Was very impressed with the Low Rider. I like its looks and styling and that it has:
1. Dual front disk brakes
2. Tach
3. 103 CI motor
4. 6 speed transmission
5. Adjustable handlebars
6. Relatively low weight for a cruiser
7. Mid mount pegs instead of forward controls and floorboards
How many miles have you put on it?
I have been riding for 35 years (1979 to present). Have owned 8 street bikes from 1982 to present (3 Hondas, 2 Kawasakis, 2 Suzukis, and 1 Yamaha). Looking to transition from sport bikes to a cruiser. Have never owned a cruiser to date.
I went to a Demo Day event on Sat and rode three bikes. Was very impressed with the Low Rider. I like its looks and styling and that it has:
1. Dual front disk brakes
2. Tach
3. 103 CI motor
4. 6 speed transmission
5. Adjustable handlebars
6. Relatively low weight for a cruiser
7. Mid mount pegs instead of forward controls and floorboards
Last edited by Ikelove; Nov 25, 2015 at 12:52 PM.
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I have put about 2000 on my new lowrider and the bike just keeps getting better for me! I have had all different makes and models of bikes over the year's the first steetbike was a 1982 Honda cb750 nighthawk there was no looking back from their! This new lowrider feels like I have been riding it all my life! Don't see how you would be unhappy if you get one! Color might be the toughest thing about buying one! Imo
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I've been riding 47 yrs. Have owned 4 Suzukis, 3 Hondas, 1 Yamaha, 1 Ducati, 1 BMW, and 1 Triumph. Never owned a cruiser before or a Harley before. Bought the new Low Rider 2 months ago. Have 1200 miles on it. I love it. Is perfect for the type of riding I currently do which is cruising around town, running errands and short day trips. It is not something I would want to ride cross country and it's not something to ride if you want to drag a knee. It's a perfect bike for my current type of riding.
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"What were the other 2 that you demoed." Qdog002
First one I rode was a 48 and then a 1200T (the Sportster with the bags and wind screen). Liked both but then I tried the Low Rider.
First one I rode was a 48 and then a 1200T (the Sportster with the bags and wind screen). Liked both but then I tried the Low Rider.
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Dobietrainer, I am in the same boat as you. I too have never owned a cruiser before or a Harley before. My riding consists of running errands and commuting to work (all short day trips). I do not tour and am not interested in touring. My rides last typically under 100 miles at most at any one time. I have been dragging a knee since 1991 on my various sport bikes and have had my fill.
I love sport bikes but at this point in my life, I want comfort.
I love sport bikes but at this point in my life, I want comfort.
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The Low Rider is a very competent standard bike. Decent lean angle, great ergo's and great torque. For around town and hitting the back roads closer to home it is a blast. It compliments the '12 XL1200C in the garage.
