metric shopping
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RE: metric shopping
ORIGINAL: 87lowrider
Folks bottom line this is a Harley site but,,,,,,,,,,,,many members here ride other brands of scoots as well.There seems to be a major comprehension problem going on here lately.The original author of this thread said his bud wants a metric.What's the big deal?Not all of us had the luxury of starting out on a Harley(I started on a Honda CB360,,,,fun bike for a kid).
This thread needs to get back on track if it's going to continue at all.
Folks bottom line this is a Harley site but,,,,,,,,,,,,many members here ride other brands of scoots as well.There seems to be a major comprehension problem going on here lately.The original author of this thread said his bud wants a metric.What's the big deal?Not all of us had the luxury of starting out on a Harley(I started on a Honda CB360,,,,fun bike for a kid).
This thread needs to get back on track if it's going to continue at all.
I still don't see the insult but some people I guess like to make mountains out of molehills....maybe I am one of them since this bugged me so much.
TM I can't get my crap to run long enough to put 4200 miles on it in 4 weeks....although...(knock on wood)...I think the bugs are worked out of it finally other than a slightly noisy valvetrain. I think I can get it quieter but otherwise...she's running good.
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RE: metric shopping
ORIGINAL: Hammer02
You're right.
I still don't see the insult but some people I guess like to make mountains out of molehills....maybe I am one of them since this bugged me so much.
TM I can't get my crap to run long enough to put 4200 miles on it in 4 weeks....although...(knock on wood)...I think the bugs are worked out of it finally other than a slightly noisy valvetrain. I think I can get it quieter but otherwise...she's running good.
ORIGINAL: 87lowrider
Folks bottom line this is a Harley site but,,,,,,,,,,,,many members here ride other brands of scoots as well.There seems to be a major comprehension problem going on here lately.The original author of this thread said his bud wants a metric.What's the big deal?Not all of us had the luxury of starting out on a Harley(I started on a Honda CB360,,,,fun bike for a kid).
This thread needs to get back on track if it's going to continue at all.
Folks bottom line this is a Harley site but,,,,,,,,,,,,many members here ride other brands of scoots as well.There seems to be a major comprehension problem going on here lately.The original author of this thread said his bud wants a metric.What's the big deal?Not all of us had the luxury of starting out on a Harley(I started on a Honda CB360,,,,fun bike for a kid).
This thread needs to get back on track if it's going to continue at all.
I still don't see the insult but some people I guess like to make mountains out of molehills....maybe I am one of them since this bugged me so much.
TM I can't get my crap to run long enough to put 4200 miles on it in 4 weeks....although...(knock on wood)...I think the bugs are worked out of it finally other than a slightly noisy valvetrain. I think I can get it quieter but otherwise...she's running good.
.I'm dying to ride but need a babysitter.Hell I don't care if you ride a one wheeled Honda I need a sitter.
RE: metric shopping
As TM andJim (87lowrider) have both said. This is a Harley site. If you think we Harley riders are bad about bad mouthing Metric's then go to a Metric site and see what they say about Harley's. We've had two threads today that have received a lot of attention. I've received pm's about both of them. This is one of them. I'm not saying there were that many members insulted but what they want to know is "why are we even talking about Metric's here?"
By the way, I sell Honda's, Suzuki's and Polaris at a large dealership in my town. I would not own any of them. I'm not saying they won't out run a Harley or that they aren't good quality bikes but I do know the actual "Trade In" value and you guys weren't even close. You were comparing MSRP to Retail. Try looking at MSRP vs. Clean Trade in value. Now when you take your one year old "6999.00 MSRP"750 Shadow Aero to your local Harley Dealer (or hell, even back to your local Honda dealership) to trade it in a year you better take some Vaseline with you.
By the way, I sell Honda's, Suzuki's and Polaris at a large dealership in my town. I would not own any of them. I'm not saying they won't out run a Harley or that they aren't good quality bikes but I do know the actual "Trade In" value and you guys weren't even close. You were comparing MSRP to Retail. Try looking at MSRP vs. Clean Trade in value. Now when you take your one year old "6999.00 MSRP"750 Shadow Aero to your local Harley Dealer (or hell, even back to your local Honda dealership) to trade it in a year you better take some Vaseline with you.
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RE: metric shopping
ORIGINAL: TM
Lets get one thing straight. This is a Harley site, as I said talk about metrics all you want but do not do it at the expense of the Members of this forum.
You do not have a clue as to how many Pm's I received concerning phonedoc's post and yes he did insult a few members here.
Again this is a Harley site.
By the way as you can see I have quite a bit of chrome on my scoot, but I can bet I have rode more miles in the past 4 weeks than 90% here have in 6 mths. Maybe including you.
ORIGINAL: Hammer02
There is NO insult in his post. You're barking up the wrong tree....again.
ORIGINAL: TM
Phonedoc, you may not have meant your remarks for anyone in particular here but you just insulted just about every third person that is a member of this forum. I shouldn't have to remind you or anyone else that this is a forum about Harley's and all things related to Harley.
The point is talk about metrics all ya want, but do it without insulting the members of this forum. This Harley Forum.
Sorry that you have such a low opinion of some of your fellow Harley owners/riders.
ORIGINAL: Phonedoc
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.
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.
The point is talk about metrics all ya want, but do it without insulting the members of this forum. This Harley Forum.
Sorry that you have such a low opinion of some of your fellow Harley owners/riders.
There is NO insult in his post. You're barking up the wrong tree....again.
You do not have a clue as to how many Pm's I received concerning phonedoc's post and yes he did insult a few members here.
Again this is a Harley site.
By the way as you can see I have quite a bit of chrome on my scoot, but I can bet I have rode more miles in the past 4 weeks than 90% here have in 6 mths. Maybe including you.
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A lady looked at my Virago today and wants it. I really don't need two bikes, so I need to let it go. But, It is going to be hard to part with it. The Japanese are methodical about building them well (Suzuki) and designing them like musical instruments (Yamaha). No complaints from me about any I've owned. That said, I am really enjoying my Sporty. It is a nice machine and is fiercely price and quality competitive with the world market. That's why I'm riding it. No excuses, none of this "soul" or "tradition" lament. Just a fine machine that puts the rubber to the road. May the best bike win.
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RE: metric shopping
I was looking at a '07 900 vulcan custom recently and I must admit they are a sharp looking bike. For $7200 it seemed to be a good buy for a v-twin with style. It would be a perfect 1st bike for the wife but I think she has her heart set on a harley.
mabe I'll just give her my 99 fxd and go be me a new Low-rider.
mabe I'll just give her my 99 fxd and go be me a new Low-rider.
