Questions before I purchase
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Questions before I purchase
Hello
I am new to the fourm and new to the scene. I will make the long as short as possible
Me and my wife live about 50 miles from work. We spend $600 a month on gas, something has to be done to cut cost. She mentioned maybe you should get a motorcyle, and of coursethe enter kid in mesay's HELL YEA. I have a couple of concerns.
1. I am not a small guy, I weigh about 320 pounds.
2. Should a new rider drive so far to work.
3. Will I hurt the bike putting so many miles on it.
4. Will the sportster be ok for long term riding and support my weight.
Thanks in advance.
Oh P.S. I am 25 years old, and married, want to have kids soon, if that matters....
Thanks again
I am new to the fourm and new to the scene. I will make the long as short as possible
Me and my wife live about 50 miles from work. We spend $600 a month on gas, something has to be done to cut cost. She mentioned maybe you should get a motorcyle, and of coursethe enter kid in mesay's HELL YEA. I have a couple of concerns.
1. I am not a small guy, I weigh about 320 pounds.
2. Should a new rider drive so far to work.
3. Will I hurt the bike putting so many miles on it.
4. Will the sportster be ok for long term riding and support my weight.
Thanks in advance.
Oh P.S. I am 25 years old, and married, want to have kids soon, if that matters....
Thanks again
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RE: Questions before I purchase
ORIGINAL: idealmind
1. I am not a small guy, I weigh about 320 pounds.
2. Should a new rider drive so far to work.
3. Will I hurt the bike putting so many miles on it.
4. Will the sportster be ok for long term riding and support my weight.
Thanks in advance.
1. I am not a small guy, I weigh about 320 pounds.
2. Should a new rider drive so far to work.
3. Will I hurt the bike putting so many miles on it.
4. Will the sportster be ok for long term riding and support my weight.
Thanks in advance.
2. 50 miles isn't really that far. In no time flat, you'll wish it were further so you can keep on riding.
3. Not at all.
4. A Sportster can undoubtedly support your weight. The question is whether or not you find the bike to your comfort? You can always modify the seat, etc. If possible, check out some of the other bikes in the H-D line. You just might find the Deluxe, Road King, Street Glide, or Heritage more to your liking.
Good luck to you whichever route you take.
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From: Lockport Township, IL
RE: Questions before I purchase
Get the sportster. After one riding season, teach the wife to ride, give her the sportster, and buy an ultra classic. Now you will both be saving on gas expenses and you'll have a great cruiser for vacations.
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RE: Questions before I purchase
I think a touring bike such as a Road King, Road Glide or Street Glide would suit you fine. If you want to go all the way, get the Ultra. Taking a rider safety course is a must. Let us know what you decide.
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From: Tucson, Az
RE: Questions before I purchase
Hello and welcome from Tucson. If you plan on doing any two up riding (carrying a passenger) I think the Sportster would be too small. I have a Sportster 1200 C. However I ride solo and it works great for me.
As far as the Sportster being capable with you on it (alone), I don't see that as a problem at all.
You won't hurt the bike putting that kind of mileage on it. I flew from Tucson to Tennessee to pick up my bike and rode it 1700 miles back home. Not even a problem to think about.
Good luck and keep us all posted.
As far as the Sportster being capable with you on it (alone), I don't see that as a problem at all.
You won't hurt the bike putting that kind of mileage on it. I flew from Tucson to Tennessee to pick up my bike and rode it 1700 miles back home. Not even a problem to think about.
Good luck and keep us all posted.
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RE: Questions before I purchase
Being a new rider,I would reccomend buying a used bike first.Why dump a large amount of money on a new harley only to find out that commuting on a bike is not what you invisioned.
As far as a sportster,I thinkyou would be more comfortable on a larger bike.
Of course,take a MSF class for your safety.
As far as a sportster,I thinkyou would be more comfortable on a larger bike.
Of course,take a MSF class for your safety.
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RE: Questions before I purchase
Thanks for all the input guys,I am going to try and find a used Touring bike, so the I can take the wife for rides on the weekends.
Also I just signed up for my class today, Have to wait until June 12th. Will HD allow me to purchase a bike without the proper license?
The only thing is...The warranty..
Also I just signed up for my class today, Have to wait until June 12th. Will HD allow me to purchase a bike without the proper license?
The only thing is...The warranty..
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RE: Questions before I purchase
ORIGINAL: idealmind
Thanks for all the input guys,I am going to try and find a used Touring bike, so the I can take the wife for rides on the weekends.
Also I just signed up for my class today, Have to wait until June 12th. Will HD allow me to purchase a bike without the proper license?
The only thing is...The warranty..
Thanks for all the input guys,I am going to try and find a used Touring bike, so the I can take the wife for rides on the weekends.
Also I just signed up for my class today, Have to wait until June 12th. Will HD allow me to purchase a bike without the proper license?
The only thing is...The warranty..
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RE: Questions before I purchase
375 lbs. here..no problem[8D]. I ride that Fatboy you see down there in my sig..just did 108 miles this evening, and that's with the stock seat I keep on it. 50 miles is no problems whatsoever, and would save you A LOT in gas. If I were you, i'd check out the Heritage, Fatboy, and Deluxe..as well as the baggers, if that's something that interests you. Whatever you do decide to do, good luck.
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RE: Questions before I purchase
Just one consideration. IF you want a bike for having a harley and fun and , maybe, saving a bit on gas, fine.
Be aware, the maintenance costs in oil, tires (at your weight 10K for a rear tire is probably optimistic) and other adjustments if you can't or don't have time to do it yourself, can be HIGHER than a car that gets good milage.
I love having a bike BUT don't kid myself that the initial cost plus the cost of oil, gas, tires, tools etc. are much lower than a car IF, in fact, they aren't higher.
EZ
Be aware, the maintenance costs in oil, tires (at your weight 10K for a rear tire is probably optimistic) and other adjustments if you can't or don't have time to do it yourself, can be HIGHER than a car that gets good milage.
I love having a bike BUT don't kid myself that the initial cost plus the cost of oil, gas, tires, tools etc. are much lower than a car IF, in fact, they aren't higher.
EZ