They are not bad. I bought a Ford Mustang GT from them some years back and had no issues.

Just make sure that you tell the sales rep that you decline the 5 year extended warranty otherwise the price goes up to about $16,100. And if you do decide to but from them and the look on the Buyers Offer to make sure they didn't add the warranty.

 

Just ordered it today. Get to pick it up in October.

 

Remember the factory shuts down in August for a few weeks...

 

I'm confused, I've seen 5'11 folks in this thread saying they're cramped and I've seen two 6'2 gents saying the Slim fits 'em like a glove.

I'm 6'1 and had my heart set on a Street Bob or 1200 Custom. After a HD demo day last week I think I'm in love with the Slim. The Street Bob was too vibey (favorite Dyna was the Fat Bob), Sportster was too small. Slim was a revelation; the smooth engine, the floorboards, the surprisingly plush suspension, the wide bars (similar to my current BMW... I'm making the switch to HD).

My only concern is long-ride (3hrs +) comfort. Coming from a BMW GS I'm spoilt with SUV-esque comfort. How do you tall Slim owners find the loooow seat? What does that do to your hips and knees? It looks like a solo spring seat can be added and that adds about 2". But the tuck and roll just looks perfect against that red pain (thought I'd go black denim until I saw that red paint in the sun).

Appreciate any insights fron owners.
Thanks

 

I looked at the Slim and the Fat Boy Lo. Bought the Fat Boy Lo. I love it. Didn't really like the space between the seat and gas tank on the slim.

 

fatboy lo rules

 

Stylistically, I love the Slim. Not a fan of the solid wheels on the Fat Boy (just personal choice - I know they have a lot of admirers )

Are the ergos much different on the FB Lo - especially for a lanky guy?

 

I am 6'6" and have a Blackline which is a close relative of the Slim and has similar ergos. Some of my past motorcycles include an R1150GS and an HP2 Enduro. The Slim should fit you fine. My legs are more stretched out on my Blackline than on my old GS with a high seat. My legs are at a perfect 90 degrees on the Blackline, whereas they were at a slightly acute angle on both of my BMW's. You will have foot boards that will shorten you up a bit compared to the Blackline's pegs, but you are also 5" shorter than me. Also there is a tendency for your hips to rotate back on a cruiser compared to your GS. As a result I feel like I ride with my back a little more curved, but it hasn't bothered me. I just sit up straight and stretch out whenever I feel the urge.

The bike doesn't handle as well as a GS, but I like how the low center of gravity makes these cruisers much easier to manage at a standstill. The GS is so top-heavy!

I say go for it!

Regards,

Brad

 

Limey- the last thing I'll say is how you will feel like you are sitting "in" your bike with the Slim rather than "on" your bike with the BMW. One of the cool benefits of that low saddle. You also mentioned the spring seat. I considered that, but it looks like it moves you forward a little which I did not want.

 

I'm not a fan of the solid rims either, and knew I'd replace them even before I bought it. Can't say I'm a fan of the Slim, though. Doesn't flow, IMHO.