to each their own opinion 2018's
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Maybe Harley should call Yamaha or Honda? They've been building 4 valve heads for over 20 years now and can at least build a reliable motorcycle.
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From: Florida
Krouke You are correct "to each their own opinion 2018's." So here is My opinion I don't care any more for the 2018s than I did from the 08s to the 18s. My 07 was, and still is my favorite Harley ever built. The color is perfect, and the build is just right. So there you have it, my opinion. Of course you know what they say about opinions LOL They are like butt holes every one has one and most of them generally stinks.
That's how I feel about my 2000 RK. I've owned a bunch of HDs, including up to new a '17, but still like my RK best. I had a '94 Heritage I wish I'd never sold, but I learned my lesson on that one. I think the new bikes & technology have just gone beyond what I consider a Harley. Probably not a bad thing, just not something I'm interested in.
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From: Middle America
I have a ‘17 Slim and an ‘18 Deluxe. Both bikes are great on their own merit/for totally different reasons.
On a strictly performance level, there is no comparison: my 100% stock Deluxe outperforms the Stage 1 Slim on every level.
On a strictly performance level, there is no comparison: my 100% stock Deluxe outperforms the Stage 1 Slim on every level.
Last edited by Ludwig von Buzzthoven; Feb 5, 2018 at 09:29 AM.
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From: SoCal
I've ridden the 2018 low rider and own a 2014 fxdl. The 2018 is okay. Just doesn't have enough power. Frankly, the funnest bike I have ridden lately is that KTM 1290 Super Adventure R. Harley should be putting out that kind of power for goodness sake.
HD is due to release a 2018.5 ... hoping it's something good.
HD is due to release a 2018.5 ... hoping it's something good.
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OP, no WAY would I trade a 120 Low Rider for any stock bike. New, or otherwise.
That bike is just shocks, fork cartridges and a stabilizer away from nirvana, in terms of Harley performance.
That bike is just shocks, fork cartridges and a stabilizer away from nirvana, in terms of Harley performance.
Last edited by bikerlaw; Feb 5, 2018 at 04:11 PM.
perfect song.... haters will get over it.
Last edited by cvaria; Feb 5, 2018 at 05:15 PM.
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