Hello from AZ
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Hello from AZ
Hi,
I don't have a motorcycle right now, much less a Harley, so maybe I don't belong here. But I'm looking to purchase and would appreciate the advise of experienced riders. I have ridden a motorcycle, but it was many years ago. I rode a 650 Yamaha in southern Florida for a year. It was my only means of transportation. I remember the senior citizens were the worst hazard. Defensive driving was a daily requirement.
I currently enjoy hiking, cycling (road and mountain bikes) and basketball. I'm 5' 11" tall and weigh 165 pounds. I would like to purchase a Harley and take advantage of the rolling, two-lane roads in southeastern Arizona. I would also use the bike for a long commute to work. I'm having a difficult time deciding what to get. I like the looks of the Fat Boy and the Heritage Classic, but looks aren't everything. Comfort and safety first. My son has a 1977 Dyna FXE Lowrider. He never rides it, but won't sell it either. Oterwise, I'd start with trying to buy it from him, but he won't hear of it!
Any advise would be greatly appreciated. I don't expect to purchase more than one Harley, so I want to get it right the first time. If there is an archived thread or FAQ that addresses selecting the right bike, please direct me to it and I apologize for wasting your time.
Jay
I don't have a motorcycle right now, much less a Harley, so maybe I don't belong here. But I'm looking to purchase and would appreciate the advise of experienced riders. I have ridden a motorcycle, but it was many years ago. I rode a 650 Yamaha in southern Florida for a year. It was my only means of transportation. I remember the senior citizens were the worst hazard. Defensive driving was a daily requirement.
I currently enjoy hiking, cycling (road and mountain bikes) and basketball. I'm 5' 11" tall and weigh 165 pounds. I would like to purchase a Harley and take advantage of the rolling, two-lane roads in southeastern Arizona. I would also use the bike for a long commute to work. I'm having a difficult time deciding what to get. I like the looks of the Fat Boy and the Heritage Classic, but looks aren't everything. Comfort and safety first. My son has a 1977 Dyna FXE Lowrider. He never rides it, but won't sell it either. Oterwise, I'd start with trying to buy it from him, but he won't hear of it!
Any advise would be greatly appreciated. I don't expect to purchase more than one Harley, so I want to get it right the first time. If there is an archived thread or FAQ that addresses selecting the right bike, please direct me to it and I apologize for wasting your time.
Jay
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RE: Hello from AZ
Howdy Jay, welcome to the forum. I would suggest going to your local dealer and looking over the various models that they have and maybe renting them to see which one feels the best to you. Good luck
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RE: Hello from AZ
Welcome from Ohio.
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RE: Hello from AZ
Jay, Welcome from Montana. My previous bike was a Fatboy & I loved it. Only problem is their wasn't enough storage, when I commute to work I bring thermous, lunch, etc. I personally don't like the looks of saddlebags on the Fatboy. I wanted something with hard saddle bags. If you don't mind removable saddlebags for the Fatboy I would go with that because you have the option of riding without them. With the Heritage Softail you cannot remove the Saddlebags. It all depends on the style of riding you do, and your own personal taste.
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RE: Hello from AZ
Welcome, I started and a Dyna and just this week moved up to a Electra Glide love them both. The big bike might have been to much for me to start again with, I had not rode for over 10 years when I finally got the Harley.