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Old Mar 8, 2016 | 07:47 AM
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As said, black is the "me too" color.
I'd keep the red especially since it's not made any more in that version as well as the time, and cost to do it.
Not worth the hassle.
 
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Old Mar 8, 2016 | 08:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Robjr
Fastest color to get dirty!
Now that's funny.....
 
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Old Mar 8, 2016 | 08:39 AM
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Black bikes matter!
 
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Old Mar 8, 2016 | 08:56 AM
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Originally Posted by just plain john
Black and chrome is timeless, and will still be popular in 50 years
A clean Harley is timeless. I have never had someone say, "Man, that Merlot Sunglo color sure sucks!"
 
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Originally Posted by Hate Work
A clean Harley is timeless. I have never had someone say, "Man, that Merlot Sunglo color sure sucks!"
Hey You... "Hate Work"...Man, that Merlot Sunglo color sure sucks!
 
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Old Mar 8, 2016 | 09:00 AM
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Originally Posted by SpaceReapersNOLA
Black bikes matter!
Now that's funny!!!
 
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Old Mar 8, 2016 | 09:07 AM
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I would listen to the wife now so u don't have to later. I have the luxury red and love the deep rich color. he is way too high if u r trading. I would pay 2-300 for swap out provided he is keeping your tins
 
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Old Mar 8, 2016 | 10:50 AM
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Hey You... "Hate Work"...Man, that Merlot Sunglo color sure sucks!
Ha Ha Ha Ha.....
 
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Wait, he wants your tins AND $1400 dollars!
No freakin way.
 
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Originally Posted by the wild hog
Once you go black you want go back!
I agree....no way would I give up red for black. Had two black ones in a row and will never buy another one.
 
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