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Old Jul 22, 2023 | 02:09 PM
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I am in the market for a second sled and eyeing a Cross Bones. Just curious on others who have or are searching for a second bike. What would it be???
 
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Old Jul 22, 2023 | 03:24 PM
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One Harley's enough IMO. There are too many great (and totally different,) options out there for bike #2 in my world.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2023 | 03:56 PM
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‘08 Springer, or an EVO Springer…
 
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Old Jul 22, 2023 | 04:01 PM
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My 2nd is a '17 Breakout... Handles like a dump truck, but cool as f'k

 
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'98 Road King
 
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Old Jul 22, 2023 | 04:36 PM
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Sportster, a 2003 or earlier Sportster, motor hard mounted to the frame with carburetor. Easy to maintain, parts are readily available, fun to ride around town or for 3 hours or so.

They are bullet proof and are cool looking.

Of course if you are 6 foot or taller or are over 200 lbs, it may not be the bike for you.
 
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Old Jul 22, 2023 | 04:40 PM
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Honda Trail 125
 
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Old Jul 22, 2023 | 06:01 PM
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I went for a '81 AMF Low Rider shovel head.
 
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FLHR or heritage riding alone? Dyna with bags and windshield?

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1986 RG500 or a Ducati Panagali V4
 
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