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Old Mar 9, 2014 | 03:47 PM
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You can get it with ABS brakes. I know the big bikes have ABS but all the Dyna`s too ?
 

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Originally Posted by Bigwillie
You can get it with ABS breaks. I know the big bikes have ABS but all the Dyna`s too ?
on some models it's included with the security option...
I particularly like the Black and Silver color option that was the original 1978 1/2 80cid Low Rider that sold new for $3250.00
I remember it well, you could buy a good running used Hog for $2000.
 

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You can get any Harley with ABS now,even sporties.

it's not tied to the security option anymore like last year.
 
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You can get any Harley with ABS now,even sporties.

it's not tied to the security option anymore like last year.
This is Good news! my next bike will have ABS !
 
Old Mar 9, 2014 | 08:06 PM
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So why are ABS breaks so great ?
 
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They allow you to panic stop in a straight line without lose of control.
 
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You need to not panic... that's called being a rider not an owner.
 
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[QUOTE=Iron lHorse;12420442]So why are ABS breaks so great ?[/QU
 

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Originally Posted by Iron lHorse
So why are ABS breaks so great ?
Go start your pissing contest in your own thread !
 
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I'm glad the Low Rider is back. I remember being blown away by the gray '77 Low Rider. I bought a new '81 Low Rider and in 1991 bought a one-year only '85 Low Rider. I currently ride an '85 FXRS Low Rider.
 



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