Does it make sense to have 2 bikes?
Cruiser
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From: Olathe, KS (KC)
RE: Does it make sense to have 2 bikes?
It makes sense to have as many bikes as you can fit in your garage as long as
they serve different purposes and you can afford them. I have a softail for kickin around
town and a streetglide for two up and touring and I wouldn't get rid of either of them. I also
have a FXR that my wife used to ride but it is for sale because it does not serve any different
purpose than the softail can offer, except maybe better handling.
Peck
they serve different purposes and you can afford them. I have a softail for kickin around
town and a streetglide for two up and touring and I wouldn't get rid of either of them. I also
have a FXR that my wife used to ride but it is for sale because it does not serve any different
purpose than the softail can offer, except maybe better handling.
Peck
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From: KMHT KFMY
RE: Does it make sense to have 2 bikes?
I have 2 that are rideable and one in peices.
2003 FLHTPI and 2002 Kawasaki ZRX1200R are daily riders. Like having a Porsche and a Hummer. Open the door and decide what kind of day its gonna be.
2003 FLHTPI and 2002 Kawasaki ZRX1200R are daily riders. Like having a Porsche and a Hummer. Open the door and decide what kind of day its gonna be.
Tourer
Joined: Jan 2006
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From: Blacksburg, VA
RE: Does it make sense to have 2 bikes?
Of crouse it makes no sense to have more than one bike. Does it make any more sense to go buy one, and spend a butt load on it making it pretty, or faster? Of course it doesn't. I have 4 most of the time, as many as 8 once, (that was a little much), but never less than 2. I'd sleep under the stars before I let my Springer or my Ultra go. So, 2 I'd never part with, and 2 to play with, and trade around on every now and then, if something else catches my eye. Kinda like the 06 SG I just traded off for a Big Dog. As soon as I see something else I like better, or someone else just HAS to have the BD, it will be history. It's fun and all, but just not my cup of tea. It's all about enjoying life in my opinion. So I say, if it's your thing, and you can afford it, have as many as you can!
Tourer
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From: Long Island, NY
RE: Does it make sense to have 2 bikes?
Its not a question of making sense. Don't try to justify having two bikes. When my wife asks me why do I need two bikes, I tell her " I never said I needed two bikes, I just like having two bikes" and she shuts up
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Road Master
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RE: Does it make sense to have 2 bikes?
WOW, what a one sided response!
Now here's the REAL reason I asked:
I have a '05 RK Classic that I love to ride....YET, I'm yearning for a smaller toy to zip around town with. The Dyna or a Fatboy comes to mind. I'm also afraid that I'll ride one and forget the other.
I thought owning 2 bikes ( or more, as I see it here) would be a bit compulsive.
Guess I was wrong....very wrong.
Now here's the REAL reason I asked:
I have a '05 RK Classic that I love to ride....YET, I'm yearning for a smaller toy to zip around town with. The Dyna or a Fatboy comes to mind. I'm also afraid that I'll ride one and forget the other.
I thought owning 2 bikes ( or more, as I see it here) would be a bit compulsive.
Guess I was wrong....very wrong.
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From: South Jersey
RE: Does it make sense to have 2 bikes?
I'm sure we would all love to have an entire stable but in the end it all comes down to $$$$ and cccccts.
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Cruiser
Joined: Feb 2006
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From: S. CA
RE: Does it make sense to have 2 bikes?
I glad this question was asked. I currently have a 1998 Wide Glide and ordered a 2006 Road King Classic.
I was wondering if I should keep both. After reading these post, no more wondering. I am keeping them both.
I was wondering if I should keep both. After reading these post, no more wondering. I am keeping them both.