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Old Dec 2, 2011 | 10:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Jester750
BTW, if you get it, have them turn on the (EITMS) It comes stock with it programmed to off.
It makes the rear cylinder shut off at a certain temp. while you are standing in that hot summer traffic. Which cuts down on the heat on your inner thighs. It kicks the rear cylinder back on as soon as you go to move and give it gas.
Does anyone know if/how EITMS can be turned on with the PowerVision?
 
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Old Dec 2, 2011 | 10:27 AM
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Originally Posted by rrambo
Does anyone know if/how EITMS can be turned on with the PowerVision?
I don't Know how to do it, but I know it can be done with the PowerVision.
I can steer you in the right direction.

Check the PowerVision thread here:

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/elect...-by-admin.html


If you can't find the answer there then call Jamie at Fuel Moto.

http://ad.doubleclick.net/click%3Bh%...uelmotousa.com
 

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Old Dec 2, 2011 | 10:28 AM
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Originally Posted by rooti
look into the dyna fat bob and ride both before you make up your mind for sure
any dealer will let you ride both new
Any dealer that wants to sell you a bike will let you ride one new. I have three dealers near me (one in NY, two in Vermont) ... oh, and I probably could go to Montreal if I want to deal with bringing the bike back over the border. But anyway, one of the Vermont dealers would not let me demo the Fat Boy Lo that I had my eye on... steered me to a used Deluxe (which was not a bad bike, but I wasn't looking for used). Went to our other Vermont dealer and not only did they let me demo the Lo, but any other bike I wanted to, such as a new Deluxe.

If they won't let you demo a new bike, go to another dealer (if you have an option).
 
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Old Dec 2, 2011 | 10:40 AM
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Originally Posted by Jester750
I don't Know how to do it, but I know it can be done with the PowerVision.
I can steer you in the right direction.

Check the PowerVision thread here:

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/elect...-by-admin.html


If you can't find the answer there then call Jamie at Fuel Moto.

http://ad.doubleclick.net/click%3Bh%...uelmotousa.com
Thanks!! Looks like the answer is yes:

h. EITMS: Set to “1” (enabled), but it doesn’t work on ’07s unless you have the ECU firmware that makes it available. I don’t so it doesn’t work, but I can live without it. My bike’s front-head temperature doesn’t get up to the 290° tripping point often anyway.
 
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Old Dec 2, 2011 | 04:05 PM
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looks like the only color is the cool blue..for the 2011
now he's trying to get me the 2012...

whats the best price for the 2012 you guys have paid OTD??
 
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Old Dec 2, 2011 | 04:43 PM
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Originally Posted by cahustler
Thank you all for the responses, for a while salesman sounded like i was ripping them off...LOL...now i realizes its pretty much the norm iw ill not settle for a color i didnt want, they only had the Cool Blue left, but I really wanted the sunglo red..
I found out they dont make that anymore, so i went to

http://www.schaeffershd.com/new_vehi...sc=Motorcycles

there i got to see what other colors were available..the apple green/vivid black ...fire engine red looks cool...but thats just me..i also realizes they are custom colors...but i hate to get stuck with a color i may/or may not grow on..

did all your bike have ABS/security?? i think it definitely nice to have those features..alsome being 5'7...will i have a problem riding the regular fatboy??

once again, thank you all for your time ..being in california sucks because there is the california emission law prevents me from registering a used bike under 7,500 miles.

that limits alot of my buying choices...i've seen some nice bike but just couldnt buy it..damn!

ride safe
+1 on that fire engine red...
 
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Old Dec 4, 2011 | 08:16 AM
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$16,185 OTD for my Denim 12 Lo.
 
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Old Dec 4, 2011 | 09:19 AM
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2012 has the 103. Worth the price.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2011 | 02:37 PM
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If you're going to buy a BRAND NEW bike and spend that kind of money on one, you should get what you want! Don't settle!

Nor Cal dealers don't like to negotiate much. If there are 2011's available - they will budge a little. I would say you can walk away w/out paying any dealer fees and freight on a 2012. Work them to get accessorries at least 15% off add-ons, but you'll have to purchase everything at once if you're going to finance it into the deal. One reason they won't negotiate much is because of the 103 engines, not to mention you're at the beginning of the 2012 season - so they'll hold on to the bikes until spring/summer.

Reasons to buy in the winter: 1. Dealers are slow and are hurting, but they're all stocking up on inventory for spring. 2. You can get the color and options you want - if you wait until spring, bikes will sell fast! 3. Since you're in Cali - we have year long riding weather, just gear up! 4. If there is something specific you MUST HAVE, then have them hunt it down and do a dealer trade for you or order it from the factory. ABS is Factory installed - the dealer can not install it, so you might have to wait.

One thing to remember is that you're tax rate is based on the County in which the bike will be registered in. 9%, 7.50% etc....makes a difference! plus you have to pay the $200 CA Emmissions fees. You can compare pricing from others in CALI, but the info. from others in Missouri would be irrelevant to what's available here.

On another note: check craigslist often! You can always finance a used bike through Harley for a small fee.

I recently purchased my 2012 FBLO (big blue pearl) w/ABS. Another new feature on the 2012 bike not mentioned is the TRIP button which will tell you what gear/RPM you're in. The hazards is now activated by a single button as well. Hope you score a good deal!!!
 

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