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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 07:41 AM
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First off, hello evryone. I'm a newbie here. I am looking at getting a Fat Boy, but i also like the Cross Bones. I really dig set up that Anubiss and Mimo have done to their Fat Boy. Then we have the Cross Bones . I also really dig the way Cheesecake and C.Numb have their XBones set up. I need help.....can yall lend a hand, Thanks in advance.
 
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 09:38 AM
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JMHO, but spending big $$$ for a new bike I would want to make my own decision.
 
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 09:58 AM
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That is true....I'm just trying to get an idea.I think i'm leaning towards the Cross Bones.
 
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 10:47 AM
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Thanks for the Compliment!

Both are Great Bikes....
It took me a while to make my decision...
spent a good amount of time just looking at the bikes I was thinking about....
what I liked... what I didn't... what I would change....
In the end the XB won....
why? because I like the springer front end....



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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 11:06 AM
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it dont matter just buy one...hahahah...The economy is counting on you...haahahahaah
 
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 11:21 AM
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On a test, your first answer is usually right. Its when we start to second guess ourselves that when we get in trouble. I wanted a FatBoy since about 1992. This year when it was finally time, I almost bought a Streetglide. After some soul searching I came back to the Fatboy and I couldn't be happier.
 
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 11:28 AM
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I agree with whoever said make your own decision because these things ain't cheap. As much I was would like to spend your money that wouldn't be responsible. I will say either bike is awesome--just pick the one you like best.

See if there is an opportunity to test drive both as well to see what fits your style better.
 
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 01:25 PM
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Have you ridden both bikes? That is where I would start. I looked into both of those as well and decided I actually drag my wife along with me so I think the Fatty was the better option for me.
 
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Old Oct 28, 2009 | 02:04 PM
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+1 on what Cheesecake has done! Awesome bike!
 
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