fat bob vs cross bones

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Mar 26, 2010 | 10:45 PM

frankie paladin

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fat bob vs cross bones

i am new to riding and am looking for info on which bike is better for me. i am 6'4'' and 215lbs. i like the fat bob and the cross bones and can't decide between the two. the info i'm looking for is which bike would be a better fit for a person my size?

Mar 26, 2010 | 10:55 PM

babalu

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your best bet would be to go rent both for a few hours and see which one you like better.

Mar 26, 2010 | 11:30 PM

Zig Zag 2010

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Ya you need to try them both. If you ask me, between those two, it would be the X-bones

Mar 27, 2010 | 01:34 AM

fatbob123

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Really depends on what type of riding you are going to do - fatbob handles a lot better and is quicker

Mar 27, 2010 | 04:13 AM

domenicp7

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These are two very diffrent bikes you need to really look into what you want from your HD, this is a big purchase and you want to get it right.

Mar 27, 2010 | 05:07 AM

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Originally Posted by fatbob123

Really depends on what type of riding you are going to do - fatbob handles a lot better and is quicker

This was my take on it when I read his post. They are two totally different animals. The Fat Bob is a sporty bike designed to be ridden aggressively while the x-bones with the springer front end, single disc and high bars is more of a laid back cruiser.

My choice would put a vote for the Fat Bob.