Hello from northern IL
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Cruiser
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From: Freeport IL
Hello from northern IL
Hi folks!
I'm a 62 year old hard-working guy who has owned several Japanese bikes, but never a Harley.
So, I figure it's about time. And I deserve it. ;-)
My situation; I'm looking at several local examples of last year's models, to save myself some $$.
I don't want a big road bike, as I don't have plans for long, cross-country trips. I lean toward a nice stripped-down, nimble bike.
I've narrowed my search down to either a Wide Glide or a Street Bob, and there are several local offerings, each in a couple different colors, all 2015 models.
I just can't seem to settle on which model.
Does anyone have any input here? A month ago, I didn't know beans about Harleys, and I still don't know much; but I want to make a decision soon.
Thanks!
Doug
I'm a 62 year old hard-working guy who has owned several Japanese bikes, but never a Harley.
So, I figure it's about time. And I deserve it. ;-)
My situation; I'm looking at several local examples of last year's models, to save myself some $$.
I don't want a big road bike, as I don't have plans for long, cross-country trips. I lean toward a nice stripped-down, nimble bike.
I've narrowed my search down to either a Wide Glide or a Street Bob, and there are several local offerings, each in a couple different colors, all 2015 models.
I just can't seem to settle on which model.
Does anyone have any input here? A month ago, I didn't know beans about Harleys, and I still don't know much; but I want to make a decision soon.
Thanks!
Doug
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From: Northern Illinois
Hello and welcome! I live in the Rockford area. I haven't ridden either choice but I wish you luck in your adventures.
If you haven't made the journey out to Woodstock HD, it's worth the time.
If you haven't made the journey out to Woodstock HD, it's worth the time.
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From: Near Joliet, Illinois
Welcome from the Joliet area. I would say if you haven't ridden either one is to see when your dealer has demo days coming up and take both for a spin. If that is not an option try to see if they will let you test ride them. Get the one that suits you the best.
Road Warrior
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Welcome . as already said go to one of the dealerships that have test rides and try them all . Good Luck and enjoy
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From: Freeport IL
Thanks, everyone!
Sorry; I left out the part about the weather clearing up long enough for me to tool around in the Janesville WI dealer's parking lot yesterday afternoon, on both a Dyna Wide Glide and a Street Bob.
I liked them both; still tough to decide..
Sorry; I left out the part about the weather clearing up long enough for me to tool around in the Janesville WI dealer's parking lot yesterday afternoon, on both a Dyna Wide Glide and a Street Bob.
I liked them both; still tough to decide..
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From: Florida
Hello and welcome from the far south! I still ride in the central Illinois area every summer for 6 or 7 weeks.
Several years ago I had a white wide glide. I really loved the way the bike handled and looked. I have only owned a few Harley's over my 40+ years of riding but I liked the WG the best!
Several years ago I had a white wide glide. I really loved the way the bike handled and looked. I have only owned a few Harley's over my 40+ years of riding but I liked the WG the best!
