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Road Master
Joined: Jun 2013
Posts: 900
Likes: 1
From: Denver, CO
I traded from a '13 Softail to a '14 Touring because I found out the '13 didn't meet my two-up riding needs. Had I been a little more on the ball I probly should have gone straight to a Touring model and skipped the Softail. Kind of glad I didn't though because now I'm benefiting from the Rushmore upgrades....recalls not withstanding. Oh yeah, and because I could.
The "woody" answer is also good.
The "woody" answer is also good.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 2,086
Likes: 154
From: Buffalo, NY
That's me too. Current plan is to buy a 2015 in 2018. In Buffalo, garage queens are everywhere
Tourer
Joined: Dec 2012
Posts: 263
Likes: 30
From: Eastern Tennessee
I just had a new back tire installed on my 13 CVO ultra, bought a two year extended warranty, no plans on purchasing a new bike. Wife and I went to lunch, ran to HD to look at new models. bought a 15 Limited Low , chrome forks installed and picked up on Friday. I said only CVO's after the 2013. This 2015 is faster than the CVO; let the chrome begin !!!
Road Master
Joined: Apr 2014
Posts: 831
Likes: 10
From: Kentucky
It seems to be more prevalent in the twin cam era than previous generations. Even when Evo's were still in production, they were not frequently replaced. It gives the impression that the twin cams are a disposable commodity compared to previous generations were kept for very long periods of time.
I can walk in to the dealer and write a check for a new CVO Limited, but why would I want to? I love everything about my carbureted 1995 Heritage Softail Classic powered by an archaic Evolution engine.
If I had kids, I would pass it on to them when I die (permanently) but I don't so I am not sure what will become of it when that day comes. Perhaps I will get killed riding it. Quite frankly, I am ready for that day to come and have been for several years.
I can walk in to the dealer and write a check for a new CVO Limited, but why would I want to? I love everything about my carbureted 1995 Heritage Softail Classic powered by an archaic Evolution engine.
If I had kids, I would pass it on to them when I die (permanently) but I don't so I am not sure what will become of it when that day comes. Perhaps I will get killed riding it. Quite frankly, I am ready for that day to come and have been for several years.
I often wonder how many people actually have the money to do this, or do they just have a lot of debt.
Last edited by JohnnyRebKY; Oct 5, 2014 at 01:53 PM.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 19,653
Likes: 835
From: North Carolina
Motorcyclical consumerism. I have a friend who has not been out of debt on a motorcycle in nearly 15 years. Not my style.
I'm a "ride 'em 'til they rot" kinda guy. I really like my old Ultra and will probably ride her until one of us just can't go anymore. Just did the cam plate upgrade and she should be good for at least another 50K.
LiiT
I'm a "ride 'em 'til they rot" kinda guy. I really like my old Ultra and will probably ride her until one of us just can't go anymore. Just did the cam plate upgrade and she should be good for at least another 50K.
LiiT
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Club Member
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 22,857
Likes: 17,908
From: Lafayette, Louisiana
Motorcyclical consumerism. I have a friend who has not been out of debt on a motorcycle in nearly 15 years. Not my style. I'm a "ride 'em 'til they rot" kinda guy. I really like my old Ultra and will probably ride her until one of us just can't go anymore. Just did the cam plate upgrade and she should be good for at least another 50K. LiiT
Club Member
Joined: Jun 2013
Posts: 6,386
Likes: 900
From: Columbus, Ohio
It's no different than cars, trucks, boats, RVs, houses, wives & girlfriends, televisions, cell phones, laptops, lawn mowers, ink jet printers, mattresses, sneakers, cowboy hats, beach houses, silk boxers, luggage, guns, airplanes, and snow blowers. Some people buy one and keep it forever. Some people get a new one every year. Some people collect lots of them. Some people use credit to buy them. Some people pay cash every time. Some people can't afford them at all and look for reasons to make fun of the ones that can. Some people can afford them, and look down on those who cannot.
Motorcycles are no different than anything else.
Motorcycles are no different than anything else.