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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 02:02 AM
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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 02:54 AM
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Welcome to FLHVR with 2000cc...
 
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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 03:02 AM
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I think alot would depend on the (1) Looks, and (2) the SOUND. If they could fit a v-rod engine in an Ultra chassis, and come up with a way to make the radiator unobtrusive....I would buy one.
 
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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 03:11 AM
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Sounds like a good idea.
 
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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 03:42 AM
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If it would sound like a Harley, look like a Harley & Ride like a GW.... SOLD - I would buy it in a heart beat!!!!
 
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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 05:47 AM
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if they made anight rod for 6-footers i might not have purchaced a RG
 
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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 10:36 AM
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I think alot would depend on the (1) Looks, and (2) the SOUND. If they could fit a v-rod engine in an Ultra chassis, and come up with a way to make the radiator unobtrusive....I would buy one.
Yup John....I think you hit the nail on the head. One of the main things that have drawn me to Harley-Davidsons over the years is the looks. Although many of copied it, nobody has gotten it right, IMO. I have a very good friend who has a Gold Wing andI must admit that his bike has just about everything....except looks. I happen to think its butt-ugly and have told him that. Now my Ultra?....Shucks, I often times just stand and look at it....and I've been riding for a LONG time. If they could hide the radiator right, I think they'd be on to something putting the V-Rod engine in a touring frame.
 
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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 11:18 AM
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There have been rumors about this since the v-rod was introduced. From what I know the fuel mileage is one of the problems. A bagger that gets 30+ MPGis called a HONDA!
 
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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 01:25 PM
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There have been rumors about this since the v-rod was introduced. From what I know the fuel mileage is one of the problems. A bagger that gets 30+ MPGis called a HONDA!
Moe....I don't think I understand what you're saying. Are you saying the V-Rod engine gets poor fuel mileage? My wife's V-Rod actually gets a touch better MPG than my Ultra, but due to its smaller tank, her range is a little shorter.
 
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Old Apr 14, 2007 | 02:10 PM
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Water Cooled v-4 Shaft drive, air bags... Hmmm let's call it a Harleda... or a Honley..
Maybe THX DVD system With a pop out 10.5 wide screen...
(sorry officer, I was watching "American Chopper" and some jerk pulled close enough to watch it with me...)

Nuff said?...
 
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