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Old May 7, 2011 | 06:08 PM
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I am a new NRS owner and a long time reviewer on epinions. So, here is my review of the 2009 (new non-current) Night Rod Special (non ABS).

http://www.epinions.com/review/2009_...t_547163704964

Let me know what you think. Its my first Harley, came off of an ancient (though cherry) 1980 Suzuki GS850.
 
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Old May 7, 2011 | 11:00 PM
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I think it's a good review. By the way, you might want to check out 1130cc.com if you're not already a member there.
 
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Old May 7, 2011 | 11:20 PM
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real nice write up.

I had a few different size GSs through the 80s loved the Bikes back then just kept going up in size .
 
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Old May 8, 2011 | 03:02 PM
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Been on 1130cc since before buying the bike. Great place for all things VRSC.
 
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thanks for the review
 
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Old May 11, 2011 | 08:42 AM
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Excellent write up..definitely parallels my own conclusions from testing both an NRS and a V-Rod Standard. I'm pretty sure there will be a V-Rod of some type in my garage in a couple of years...need the ink on the Street Glide contract to get dry before doing anything else though -

I'd be interested in hearing your thoughts after having the bike for a couple of years...let us know down the road if you write another review later!
 
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