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Old Jun 2, 2010 | 03:58 AM
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I'm thinking about getting a springer for a second bike. of all the models out there. I see less springers. Are they more trouble to work on or is it just a apeel thing? How long have you had yours? Any issue? Thanks
 
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Old Jun 2, 2010 | 04:25 AM
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I've had mine for about 3 years and I have had zero problems with it. As for seeing less out there, I haven't been riding long enough to comment as to why. I love mine!!!
 
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Old Jun 2, 2010 | 06:27 AM
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Zero problems in 2 years.
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I really like the Bones, To me its the best riding out of the 4 we have. If I didn't have to pack for 2, I would take it this summer on are 5 state tour
 
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Old Jun 2, 2010 | 07:42 AM
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Had mine for over 1 yr and no problem. Besides, I like the look of the forks..
 
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Old Jun 2, 2010 | 08:19 AM
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I have three.....There are no more problems than other model.

And I like the feel of them better...

Be careful.....You buy a springer and it will become your first bike.. Not the second..
 
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Ive Had 3 different bikes with springers over the years, and have had zero problems with them, except cleaning them that can be a pain....lol I have an 04 Springer now, and love it, and wont get a normal front end unless i have no choice..lol Shame Baggers dont come with springers!
 
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3 years, no problems.


Once you go Springer, You never go back.
 
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Springers are cool but I like the Touring models. Wish they would put the springer on a touring bike. That would be the best of both worlds. That's my FL Springer. My RKC is in the garage.


 
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