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Old May 15, 2010 | 08:18 PM
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Default How many here use their Harleys for basic transportation?

I'm talking day-to-day stuff to work, errands, etc. I realize that winter, kids, etc. play a part in having a cage. But how many actually use their bikes as more than just a weekend toy. They were initially considered as basic transportation. I get a kick out of want-ads that say things like "never seen rain...". Wha?
 
Old May 15, 2010 | 08:22 PM
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30 miles to work 5 days a week and any other excuse to ride on my days off!
 
Old May 15, 2010 | 08:24 PM
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Only in my dreams. 2 kids in car seats, company vehicle, and winter 6 months out of the year.
 
Old May 15, 2010 | 08:26 PM
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I ride my Ultra at least 95% more than I do my Ford F350.
 
Old May 15, 2010 | 08:30 PM
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That is the main reason i bought my bike. I admit, since i'm a noob, i am a fair weather rider. when the weathers nice it is my transport to work. 20miles each way.
 
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Ride to work when the fog is not too bad or raining. I get caught in thunderstorms enough during the summer don't care much for that.
 
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Wife does the grocery shopping etc. Ride the bike at least 22 miles 5 days a week and some on the weekend when I am not working on or buying and selling Harleys and parts. But i do drive my KW T800 about 90,000 miles a year and borrow the daughters car when its at or below freezing which is only about 15-25 days a year here.
 
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my other fair weather cruiser..

 
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My bike is basic transpo unless I have to go the laundry mat or the grocery store or buy something i can't carry on the bike. I have the bike, I might as well ride it.
 



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