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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 02:31 PM
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Looking for some info on the Fat BOB. I'm close to getting one and was wondering what peoples thoughts are on this bike. Any info or suggestions would be appricated.

Happy riding!
 
Old Jan 2, 2008 | 02:33 PM
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Dude ,,,,,,it a Harley ,,Matters none as long as your happy..Allthough they are a sweet bike...
 
Old Jan 2, 2008 | 02:37 PM
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Very impressive bike. I wasn't too sure what I thought when I saw the first pics, but when you see it in person and sit on it, it's quite a bike. I took the first one we got in the shop (I sell bikes) for a quick spin and like I said on another thread....if I didn't like my RK so much, there'd be a Fat Bob in the garage.
 
Old Jan 2, 2008 | 02:41 PM
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have you sat on one at the dealer yet? Most people who've ridden a FatBob will tell you what a comfortable ride it is. Hard thing to find a decent looking seat w/out giving up the comfort.

Very well-balanced bike also. Classic Dyna engine shake at idle that smooths out like glass once you get goin'.

HD got it right with this bike, no doubt. You will, however come across haters of the fender and dual headlamps. A large number of these guysseem to beFat Boy owners, for some reason.
 
Old Jan 2, 2008 | 05:12 PM
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Looks real nice in person..............except for the pipes
 
Old Jan 2, 2008 | 05:19 PM
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Looks real nice in person..............except for the pipes
I like the looks of the stock pipes... but I would never consider them in the purchase... because you're gonna want to change them...
 
Old Jan 2, 2008 | 05:34 PM
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I'm a Fat Boy owner and I like the looks of the Fat Bob.
Tom
 
Old Jan 2, 2008 | 06:51 PM
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I'm a Fat Boy owner and I like the looks of the Fat Bob.
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Old Jan 2, 2008 | 06:59 PM
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Awesome ride. Got to tool around on one last weekend. Great handling, great sound, rides amazingly well. Definitely worth a look and a test ride.
 
Old Jan 2, 2008 | 07:01 PM
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Former Fat Boy owner and fanatic. Fat Bob caught my eye right away! WAY sharper bike than the mysterious Rocker!!
 



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