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RE: Fat Boy Owners
Truth be told, I think the fatboy is an awesome looking bike. But if I were to buy one, I would want a detachable windshield, some good bags. Possible luggage rack. Oh and the stock seat is way too wide for my taste. So I figure, I may as well just purchase a heritage.Comes stock witheverything that I would just end up adding to the fatboy.
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Joined: Oct 2007
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From: South Florida
RE: Fat Boy Owners
I had a 03 fat boy fast,lowered and bad *** I got compliments everywhere I went with it, however as I have gotten older and my riding style has changed I went ahead and sold it (20k) had no choice but to sell itand got me a street glide that it has the great features and comfort and definetly the looks it is not an old mans bike but a great cruiser with lots of potential.....
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Cruiser
Joined: Jul 2006
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From: Colorado
RE: Fat Boy Owners
I was always a softail fan, and test rode a few of the other models. I liked the fatboy the best.
For me it is comfy on longer trips as well cruising around town. I don't plan on getting anything different for quite some time. Very happy with it. Good luck on your decision.
For me it is comfy on longer trips as well cruising around town. I don't plan on getting anything different for quite some time. Very happy with it. Good luck on your decision.
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Road Master
Joined: Aug 2006
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From: East TN
RE: Fat Boy Owners
ORIGINAL: PoorBoy
Hard to add to what others have been saying; except I own one you saw.
My Fatboy is a 105yr Anniversary limited edition. Mine is number 222 of 4000 to be made with the copper & black. (You can only get these colors when you buy the anniversary model).
It is a kin to a freight train on rails. Very stable, pulls hard, and won't let you off. I bought mine this past July (16th), and I'm coming up on 6,000 miles.
ORIGINAL: Nick
calling eveyone that owns one of these great machines ...how do you like them..? ...how do they handle compared to the others being they have the thicker tire on the front..? saw one today at the dealership two tone copper and black chrome lots of it it was beautiful....so beautiful I maybe getting a divorce over it...JK opinions please
calling eveyone that owns one of these great machines ...how do you like them..? ...how do they handle compared to the others being they have the thicker tire on the front..? saw one today at the dealership two tone copper and black chrome lots of it it was beautiful....so beautiful I maybe getting a divorce over it...JK opinions please
My Fatboy is a 105yr Anniversary limited edition. Mine is number 222 of 4000 to be made with the copper & black. (You can only get these colors when you buy the anniversary model).
It is a kin to a freight train on rails. Very stable, pulls hard, and won't let you off. I bought mine this past July (16th), and I'm coming up on 6,000 miles.
Cruiser
Joined: Nov 2006
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From: melbourne
RE: Fat Boy Owners
i am picking up my 2008 black fatboy in 4 days 
....i havent test ridden it, i have bought leds,windscreen, back rest, deluxe running lights, and rush slip on mufflers....
i didnt need a test ride...this IS the bike for me..i like the solid wheels, large rear tire, this bike oozes cool, and i reckon itfits my personality welland what theheck, ifi want to tour...i will buy what i need
to tour on this bike
now i just got to figure out how to keep busy over the next four days!!!...where the heck is the PS3
....i havent test ridden it, i have bought leds,windscreen, back rest, deluxe running lights, and rush slip on mufflers....i didnt need a test ride...this IS the bike for me..i like the solid wheels, large rear tire, this bike oozes cool, and i reckon itfits my personality welland what theheck, ifi want to tour...i will buy what i need
to tour on this bike
now i just got to figure out how to keep busy over the next four days!!!...where the heck is the PS3
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2006
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From: Chicagoland
RE: Fat Boy Owners
ORIGINAL: Citoriplus
I think it would be an excellentchoice for anyone who doesn't want or like the"extras" on a Heritage or any of the bigger baggers.
But still wants the option (with a windshield and a good set of bags) togo the distance or just leave it alone andbomb aroundfor the day.
I think it would be an excellentchoice for anyone who doesn't want or like the"extras" on a Heritage or any of the bigger baggers.
But still wants the option (with a windshield and a good set of bags) togo the distance or just leave it alone andbomb aroundfor the day.
Going from a Sporty to a Fatboy is like moving from a wooden stool to a recliner. You sit ON the Sporty - you sit IN the softail.
I've gone on all-day trips and the ride is great!
Road Warrior
Joined: Feb 2007
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From: Sydney, Australia
RE: Fat Boy Owners
My passengers reckon my backseat is really comfortable!!
DeanO
DeanO
ORIGINAL: Nick
calling eveyone that owns one of these great machines ...how do you like them..? ...how do they handle compared to the others being they have the thicker tire on the front..? saw one today at the dealership two tone copper and black chrome lots of it it was beautiful....so beautiful I maybe getting a divorce over it...JK opinions please
calling eveyone that owns one of these great machines ...how do you like them..? ...how do they handle compared to the others being they have the thicker tire on the front..? saw one today at the dealership two tone copper and black chrome lots of it it was beautiful....so beautiful I maybe getting a divorce over it...JK opinions please
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Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 16
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From: Missouri
RE: Fat Boy Owners
I just bought my first bike a couple weeks ago after taking lessons and I knew it was going to be a FatBoy. My husband hasrode a motorcycle, but my daughter and I had never so we took lessons and bought us some bikes also. We are in MO and don't have many days to ride this time of year, but I was able to takemy daughterfor her first ride after work last night. I have always liked them and someone found me a 2002 that I absolutely love.
Cruiser
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 156
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From: Iowa
RE: Fat Boy Owners
ORIGINAL: tk353
I dont get the vibration from the engine after changing the oil to Amsol and the trasns to bel ray gear saver. Also now that there is 6th gear that is no longer a problem. 75 is smooth as can be.
I dont get the vibration from the engine after changing the oil to Amsol and the trasns to bel ray gear saver. Also now that there is 6th gear that is no longer a problem. 75 is smooth as can be.