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Old Dec 14, 2006 | 06:37 AM
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In a few days I will order my first Harley-Davidson ever, a Sportster 883R (still don't know if black or pewter pearl. I will go to see both colours tomorrow and wil take 1 or 2 days to decide). When I saw this bike I really felt in love, and decided for this model.
Because I know I am going to buy a mith, a legend, something special and not just a bike, I want to ask you "Why you choose an Harley-Davidson?".

I am italian, and even if we love Harleys probably we don't capture the real essence of the brand.

So give me your ideas, your suggestions, your thinks about these bikies and about the brand. I really want to understand why Harley-Davidson is the most popular and famous brand in the world!!
 
Old Dec 14, 2006 | 07:12 AM
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I bought HD because this is truly the one you can make your own and it's fun. I've had all kinds of bikes (metrics) and they were alright but the aftermarket capabilities just isn't the same. Another reason is because after my test ride, I loved how the bike handled, I felt right at home.
 
Old Dec 14, 2006 | 07:17 AM
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Because we can
 
Old Dec 14, 2006 | 07:56 AM
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I bought a Harley because I didn't want to settle for second best.
 
Old Dec 14, 2006 | 07:59 AM
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ORIGINAL: Dareius

I really want to understand why Harley-Davidson is the most popular and famous brand in the world!!
Don't worry, you will "understand" when you own and ride your own Harley.
 
Old Dec 14, 2006 | 08:04 AM
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Can't explain it. It's more than a motorcycle.
 
Old Dec 14, 2006 | 08:43 AM
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There's an old worn saying in the Harley relm that you will hear more than once (if you haven't heard it already) and that is: "If I have to explain it to you, you wouldn't understand". I think that perhaps answers your question best.
 
Old Dec 14, 2006 | 09:17 AM
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Like what has already been said.Owning a Harley Davidson is so personal it is next to impossible to explain.After you have had your new bike for a while,you will understand.Some of my feelings,the first motorcycle I ever laid eyes on,the sound they make,they look great,riding one is an experience only you can describe,you will see.Have fun and Ride Safe.
 
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Old Dec 14, 2006 | 09:22 AM
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It was either my HD or a Yamahopper moped.
The decision was hard.

 
Old Dec 14, 2006 | 09:31 AM
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Cause it's American made, and no matter how hard someone else tries, nothing else sounds like a harley...
 



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