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Old Mar 18, 2020 | 06:17 PM
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Hi everyone I'm Holly from England and wanted to ask what HD would you advice for me as a 21 year old girl who is a total beginner please? I have only riden a Yamaha sports bike so have not much experience and am still to take my test this year. Is it too early to get a HD I hope not? Thanks, Holly x
 

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Sophie has a sister? xxxx
 
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Look at a Lowrider or Softtail Slim.
 
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You will drop your bike, everybody does, so take that into consideration. Harley parts aren't cheap.

The Sportster is an obvious choice. It's a jack of all trades. Some people out grow within a few months while others are lifetime fans.
 
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Look at a Lowrider or Softtail Slim.
Thank you x
 
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You will drop your bike, everybody does, so take that into consideration. Harley parts aren't cheap.

The Sportster is an obvious choice. It's a jack of all trades. Some people out grow within a few months while others are lifetime fans.
Thanks I'm not very strong lol so omg didn't think of the weight issue!! x
 
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Gender has nothing to do with it.
when starting out some bikes just feel better and more comfortable than others.
height, weight, seat position, handle bar reach etc are all factors.
head to the dealer and see what feel right and ask questions.
Bring a learned friend with you.
sometimes you just sit on the right bike and know.
 
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Originally Posted by Weeboy1
Gender has nothing to do with it.
when starting out some bikes just feel better and more comfortable than others.
height, weight, seat position, handle bar reach etc are all factors.
head to the dealer and see what feel right and ask questions.
Bring a learned friend with you.
sometimes you just sit on the right bike and know.
Thank you that makes total sense! x
 
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Welcome from Texas.. I would look for a comparable weight class that you're used to.
What are you looking for, backroads, bars, journeys?
 
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