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New to HD's
I am new to Harley's, just bought my first one, it was delivered yesterday. Got a new Softail FXST. I have had a few bikes in the past but this is my first big street bike (had only Yamaha enduros). Took it out today for a quick ride, waiting for my gear to come (helmet), ordered most of it on the net. It rides great, the only thing is I am not use to is the weight. When you slow down to almost a stop you have to get your feet down quick (nothing like those 200lb enduros). I'll take it on a lot short rides until I get use to it.Attached a pic, not to great, took it in the garage.
I am glad I went up to a Harley, goingtohave a lot fun this summer.
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I am glad I went up to a Harley, goingtohave a lot fun this summer.
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RE: New to HD's
Congrats on the new bike! I like how you said "went UP to a Harley". Indeed! Good choice.
You'll get used to the weight in no time. Just last week I got on the old Honda that I practiced with last year, and it seemed like a little toy. Felt like I could pick it up & throw it. Haha.
Enjoy your bike & ride safe.
You'll get used to the weight in no time. Just last week I got on the old Honda that I practiced with last year, and it seemed like a little toy. Felt like I could pick it up & throw it. Haha.
Enjoy your bike & ride safe.
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It will come to you quick. I am new to the HD world myself. I have an 07 Fat Boy. I have put 2000 miles on it in 2 months. The weight of the bike is intimidating at first but after a couple 1000 miles you will be okay. Hell, I am even going to apes already!!
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Congrats on the new bike. I am also fairly new to HD. Had mine for just about a year at this point. You get used to it real quick, I was used to sport bikes, now I can't even imagine being on anything else. Good choice on the standard, it allows you to customize to your tastes. Good Luck.
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I've had my bike almost a year. As you can see by my signature picture, you can do a lot with a FXST. Enjoy your new ride!
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Congrats, and good choice with the Standard!
BTW, if you use your front brake only at slow speeds, like coming to a stop, it makes it a bit easier to balance the bike. Then you can gracefully lay your feet on the pavement once you've stopped.
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BTW, if you use your front brake only at slow speeds, like coming to a stop, it makes it a bit easier to balance the bike. Then you can gracefully lay your feet on the pavement once you've stopped.
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