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Oct 5, 2008 | 07:55 AM

#11

Johan96

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Joined: May 2008

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From: Bergen, Norway

Congrats on the best looking bike they make ;-)

Oct 5, 2008 | 08:05 AM

#12

UltraKla$$ic

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From: Po-Dunk Looziana

I traded an '09 for an '09 and I can tell a difference. HUGE. Next week I'm trading for a '10 model. HUGE difference there too. By Christmas I should be in a 2015 model.

Oct 5, 2008 | 08:08 AM

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swwilson77

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Oct 7, 2008 | 10:34 AM

#14

brinks13081

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Joined: Oct 2004

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From: Central Florida

It really is a huge difference, the handling being the main thing. The bike handles just like a sportbikes through the fast curves. I love it.

Oct 7, 2008 | 12:12 PM

#15

stratplexi

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Joined: May 2006

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From: Ohio

I rode one and would not characterize it as handling like a sport bike. I am assuming this is hyperbole. Nevertheless, they are find handling machines. My favorite thing about the 09 compared to the 08 is not the frame. While it is supposed to be stronger and handle better, etc., it would not be enough for me to trade. My favorite change is the gearing. I have always felt like the Motor Co. didn't get first gear right on the Cruise Drive. IMHO, first gear is too tall. They corrected this problem on the 09s and it is very noticable.

I may trade my 08. My main motivation is to get ABS. When I bought they didn't have one in stock with ABS and I let impatience make my decision.