Suggestions on a 2nd bike from the HD line?
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Suggestions on a 2nd bike from the HD line?
Hi guys.. Been lurking on this forum for a while. Some background- I have a 2009 Triumph Bonneville that I wouldn't trade for anything, but am thinking about adding a 2nd ride to my garage.
I really, really, really like the xr1200, but frankly it's too similar (not a knock, seems like a great bike) to what I'm riding now. I rode a 883 sportster for a while and loved the torque from stoplight to stoplight, but it left something to be desired out on the road.
I've looked at the Jap models, but nothing really seemed to move me except the Suzuki B-King (Hayabusa engine shoe-horned into a standard frame- might be a bit too much for me) or Yamaha VMAX..
Looking for standard riding position, but more "low" end power than my Bonnie has (very mild from 0-4k rpm, after that- hold on to your freaking hat!). I'd also like a more comfortable highway ride than my naked Bonnie provides.
Just wanted to see what you guys might suggest I look at in the HD line, I don't know much about 'em.
Has to be comfortable, a lower than usual seat (I assume this in a HD) or more relaxed riding position than my Bonnie, and has to be faster...
Thanks in advance...
JJM
I really, really, really like the xr1200, but frankly it's too similar (not a knock, seems like a great bike) to what I'm riding now. I rode a 883 sportster for a while and loved the torque from stoplight to stoplight, but it left something to be desired out on the road.
I've looked at the Jap models, but nothing really seemed to move me except the Suzuki B-King (Hayabusa engine shoe-horned into a standard frame- might be a bit too much for me) or Yamaha VMAX..
Looking for standard riding position, but more "low" end power than my Bonnie has (very mild from 0-4k rpm, after that- hold on to your freaking hat!). I'd also like a more comfortable highway ride than my naked Bonnie provides.
Just wanted to see what you guys might suggest I look at in the HD line, I don't know much about 'em.
Has to be comfortable, a lower than usual seat (I assume this in a HD) or more relaxed riding position than my Bonnie, and has to be faster...
Thanks in advance...
JJM
Last edited by jjmeadowlark; Nov 20, 2011 at 04:25 PM.
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I love my Fat Boy. Comfy but in no way a quick bike. Its made for cruisin the highway. If you want something peppy go with the vrod but I (5ft 9in 210lbs) am not too comfortable on it even though if there was a second bike in my garage the Vrod would be it.
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Thanks! I've been clicking around on the interwebs, and from what I've seen there..I like the Dyna Super Glide a little.. Looks comfy, and good torque. I also kinda like the Softail Deluxe.
The V-Rod is certainly a killer bike.. Really FAST! Might be a tad too much though, just like the B-King or Rocket III. I was really surprised at how reasonably priced it is.. Seems like the V-Rod is a great value. The folks I've seen riding them seem like they're really reaching forward to get to the bars, tho...
Maybe my best bet is to actually go to a dealership and start sitting on a few examples!
Thanks again.
JJM
The V-Rod is certainly a killer bike.. Really FAST! Might be a tad too much though, just like the B-King or Rocket III. I was really surprised at how reasonably priced it is.. Seems like the V-Rod is a great value. The folks I've seen riding them seem like they're really reaching forward to get to the bars, tho...
Maybe my best bet is to actually go to a dealership and start sitting on a few examples!
Thanks again.
JJM
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If you can tolerate the riding position, some dealers give away V-Rods, as they are not quick sellers. Bringing the bars higher and in toward the rider would make for a more comfortable ride.
It's still not a rocket, and not a diesel either in the real low end torque either, but it has respectable acceleration and respectable low end.
It's still not a rocket, and not a diesel either in the real low end torque either, but it has respectable acceleration and respectable low end.
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Thank you all very much for your thoughtful replies. I really don't know much about HD bikes, and I appreciate you all tolerating my ignorance!
I think I'll head over to my local dealer to look at a V-Rod- seems like a lot of bike for the $$, esp. if they're not hot sellers and I might get a good deal. Also looking at BMW and Aprilla bikes too. Haven't looked at Guzzi's or Duc's yet, but maybe there's something there as well.
Motorcycle shopping... Oh, woe is me! LOL!
I think I'll head over to my local dealer to look at a V-Rod- seems like a lot of bike for the $$, esp. if they're not hot sellers and I might get a good deal. Also looking at BMW and Aprilla bikes too. Haven't looked at Guzzi's or Duc's yet, but maybe there's something there as well.
Motorcycle shopping... Oh, woe is me! LOL!
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