Do Gremlin Bells Really Work?
Cruiser
Joined: Jun 2016
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From: Napoleon ND
Been riding motorcycles for 40 years in one form or another. Riding Harley's since I bought a brand new softail in 1990. Never had a bell and never been in a wreck. Don't know how many people are like me or not. Not sure what to think about having a bell hanging on my bike to supposedly help with riding. I'm just not too sure it would help anything. I guess if someone gave me one I might hang it on my bike. Awareness and skill with a little luck mixed in will keep you on two wheels.
Road Captain
Joined: Feb 2013
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From: Harleysville, PA
If everyone buy's 3 Gremlin bells you have a three times better chance of not getting into an accident.
Brought to you by (GMA) Gremlin Manufactures of America local 771
No, Gremlin Bell's here, Gremlin's didn't work well for (AMC) American Motors Corporation in the late 70's into the 80's lol.
I'll faithfully stick with my St. Christopher's medal.
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Brought to you by (GMA) Gremlin Manufactures of America local 771
No, Gremlin Bell's here, Gremlin's didn't work well for (AMC) American Motors Corporation in the late 70's into the 80's lol.
I'll faithfully stick with my St. Christopher's medal.
B Bop
2012 FLHR (Road King) Ember Red Sunglo & Merlo (stage II)
Cruise Control, ABS, Chrome Aluminum Profile Laced Spoke Tubeless Wheels, Security Package, Saddle Bag LED Lid Spoilers, and an array of accessories that enhances nostalgic appearance & blood curdling performance.
I think the surest sign that intelligent life exists is that no one has tried to contact us.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2008
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From: Arkansas
I don't believe they work based on the amount of posts I see from people talking about the bike issues and accidents they have. I feel very confident saying that at least a solid 90% of them have a bell on their bike.
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Just sayin
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From: Ohio
I've got three or four in a drawer that I took OFF used bikes that I bought over the years. IMHO, they're one of the stupidest things guys ever put on a motorcycle. Not sure who originally came up with the idea but I think they're "corny" as can be. YOMV.
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Cruiser
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 243
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From: Topeka, Kansas
Well, I read somewhere. When you clean your bike. Clean the bell and think about all the people who have passed away you used to ride with.
Sister-in-Law recently passed, now think about her then too.
Sister-in-Law recently passed, now think about her then too.
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Exactly! Is about sentiment for me. The bell on my bike was given to me by someone who I'm close to in life. You don't buy your own bells, they are supposed to be received as gifts from loved ones. Sent from my iPad using IB AutoGroup