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Old May 5, 2009 | 05:11 AM
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Well, since I cant get a Nightrain due to them discontinuing, im torn between two different softails. Im not asking to make my decision, but just different opinions hopefully from owners. I had originally wanted a softail custom, love the look and wanted apes. But im also looking at the infamous Rocker C. Looks beautiful and seems to be a sweet ride. What you all think

Softail Custom VS Rocker C
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 05:23 AM
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I'd go with the custom. I have an 08 and LOVE it....
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 05:35 AM
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here's my opinion:

Rocker C is a model which I did love immediatelly by the time of its release, but the longer I see that bike, the less I love it. I think it's a more 'temporary' model, IMO.

The Softail Custom is a model I know for about 25 years by now, and I still like the model. It's a classic.

just my idea...
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 05:43 AM
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It depends on if you do two up or solo. If I had to choose right now I would go with a Rock, either one can be made into what you want. It's more what you like that matters
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 05:45 AM
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y can still get a train! or get custom change seat etc shiney nt. i dont dislike rockers but they do need $$$ to make real nice. over your side u could get a big dog etc cheeper than doin up a rocker.u could hav had my nt but i got a geezer after it, i got an 04 springer last week 4 a good price so the nt has 2 go
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 05:51 AM
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I love the custom, the rocker just doesn't do any thing for me.
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 06:02 AM
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Am I the only one who thought.....just buy a lightly used Nightrain?

They're everywhere.
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 06:13 AM
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Am I the only one who thought.....just buy a lightly used Nightrain?

They're everywhere.
What I'm saying. Get what you wanted....
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 06:42 AM
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Originally Posted by jkeeton81
Well, since I cant get a Nightrain due to them discontinuing, im torn between two different softails. Im not asking to make my decision, but just different opinions hopefully from owners. I had originally wanted a softail custom, love the look and wanted apes. But im also looking at the infamous Rocker C. Looks beautiful and seems to be a sweet ride. What you all think

Softail Custom VS Rocker C
Have you thought about waiting for the new model to come out?
I would search the stealers for an 09 train if that is what you realy want.
Someone some where surly has one.
 
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Old May 5, 2009 | 06:47 AM
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im with these guys, if you want the train get an 09. or even save some cash and get an 07-08 with low miles. means more $$$ for mods.
 
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