metric shopping
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ORIGINAL: biker brian
Wow! I didn't mean to start this! I think theres a missunderstanding. I'm not buying the rice burner, he is.
Wow! I didn't mean to start this! I think theres a missunderstanding. I'm not buying the rice burner, he is.
I do think several people misunderstood this part of your post. I assumed you were going along to help HIM pick one out. That is why I gave my synopsis of my experience. I stand by it. I also did let the Suzuki forum know I had traded in my M50 for the FXD. Many were supportive, others had similar attitudes as the HD guys here towards Metrics. Funny, in a not so funny sort of way.
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He still has not decided on witch metric to get, but it was interesting to look at them as closely as I did. I hate to admit it but there are some good ideas on some of them, like gas under the seat. Lowering the center of gravitey is always a good idea.
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RE: metric shopping
ORIGINAL: ken thompson
Thanks. Very active over there as well. BTW why are you so angry?
Thanks. Very active over there as well. BTW why are you so angry?
Many reasons for it and I guess the saying actually applies here also. I honestly can't explain it to you if you haven't experienced it.
Nothing wrong with "not getting it" but you gotta expect to get some razing when you make fun of those that do "get it". There are Harley riders and there are Harley owners. Big difference.
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RE: metric shopping
ORIGINAL: traveler
what the hell is the difference between being a harley owner and a harley rider?
what the hell is the difference between being a harley owner and a harley rider?
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ORIGINAL: grunt
Maybe it's like marriage. For some just riding the hottest girl of your life once is enough. For others it is far better to get that 24/7
ORIGINAL: traveler
what the hell is the difference between being a harley owner and a harley rider?
what the hell is the difference between being a harley owner and a harley rider?
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That sir, would fall well within the dategory of "If we have to explain it you wouldn't understand".
BTW. I feel as though I started all this fand for that I sincerely apologize. Just feeling a little antagonistic at the time. It was late in the day. All is good.
BTW. I feel as though I started all this fand for that I sincerely apologize. Just feeling a little antagonistic at the time. It was late in the day. All is good.
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RE: metric shopping
ORIGINAL: traveler
what the hell is the difference between being a harley owner and a harley rider?
Joe
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what the hell is the difference between being a harley owner and a harley rider?
Joe
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At least that's what I have been told.
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RE: metric shopping
ORIGINAL: Brackneyc
A great beginners bike (sort of like the 883),
A great beginners bike (sort of like the 883),
Just more Harley ego arrogance.
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From: Hartsburg MO
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I reckon it's kind of like this: I rode for 17 years before I got my Harley. All metric. They we're great bikes, each and every one in it's own way. I was young and poor, and doing the best I could with what I had at the time. It was all a means to an end. I always wanted a Harley, so I bought and sold at a profit (yes, it's possible) until I got the bike I wanted.
For your friend, I suggest the Kaw 1500D. I threw a set of Cobra pipes on mine, and it sounded great and rode identically to the RKC I have now, other than the lack of vibration. It's a fine bike to get started on, and he won't regret it. You can buy them CHEAP if you look around a bit. That way you take the resale out of the equation.
As for the nay-sayers that want to give you lip, I've found this to be true: They're usually new Harley owners, and more than likely this is their first bike. They're instant experts on all things motorcycle. They generally think that by buying a Harley they've achieved some kind of mystique that others must respect. They usually have more money than sense and they'll own said Harley for ten years without ever wearing the **** off of the tires. More than likely they're a white collar worker that might take the bike out on a weekend if there aren't any clouds in a tri-state area. They'll then get into their costume and ride to the corner bar to drink beer, stare at the bike and talk about cleaning products. Take their opinions for what they're worth.
I meant those comments toward nobody here. Just pointing out things that a metric rider will experience. If you take offense, rest assured that I didn't have you in mind and I'm not calling anybody out.
I'm just glad to see another rider hitting the road. He'll get his Harley eventually.
For your friend, I suggest the Kaw 1500D. I threw a set of Cobra pipes on mine, and it sounded great and rode identically to the RKC I have now, other than the lack of vibration. It's a fine bike to get started on, and he won't regret it. You can buy them CHEAP if you look around a bit. That way you take the resale out of the equation.
As for the nay-sayers that want to give you lip, I've found this to be true: They're usually new Harley owners, and more than likely this is their first bike. They're instant experts on all things motorcycle. They generally think that by buying a Harley they've achieved some kind of mystique that others must respect. They usually have more money than sense and they'll own said Harley for ten years without ever wearing the **** off of the tires. More than likely they're a white collar worker that might take the bike out on a weekend if there aren't any clouds in a tri-state area. They'll then get into their costume and ride to the corner bar to drink beer, stare at the bike and talk about cleaning products. Take their opinions for what they're worth.
I meant those comments toward nobody here. Just pointing out things that a metric rider will experience. If you take offense, rest assured that I didn't have you in mind and I'm not calling anybody out.
I'm just glad to see another rider hitting the road. He'll get his Harley eventually.