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Signed up to learn as much as possible about Harley Models and changes from year to year and learn all about customization of bikes and what parts will work on what bikes etc. Hope to learn a lot.
want to learn what years have what engines with pros and cons for each engine type. Example I was asking a guy at a custom cycle shop about the 2007 and up 96ci motors and his reply was how will you use it because they are not as reliable as the 88ci from years 2006 and prior because the 96ci has a two piece crank shaft and the crank to case bearings are not that good etc.
want to learn what years have what engines with pros and cons for each engine type. Example I was asking a guy at a custom cycle shop about the 2007 and up 96ci motors and his reply was how will you use it because they are not as reliable as the 88ci from years 2006 and prior because the 96ci has a two piece crank shaft and the crank to case bearings are not that good etc.
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Welcome from Spartan Country, Michigan!
I tell a lot of new comers to the forum to get: Factory Service manual and the Parts manual. Get a three ring binder and record all your maintenance, repairs, accessories, etc. This will be a great reminder of what was done when. And great material to pass along to the new owner should you sell and upgrade. Also know how large your fuel tank is, a rough idea of your range per tank, and record your fuel usage. I have an app called Simply Auto that I record all my fuel used. I use the odometer and use the fuel gage as reference only. I reset the odometer to zero on fill ups, and I know I can safely get 200 miles on a tank on around town riding, and upwards of 230+ on trips.
Good Luck!!
I tell a lot of new comers to the forum to get: Factory Service manual and the Parts manual. Get a three ring binder and record all your maintenance, repairs, accessories, etc. This will be a great reminder of what was done when. And great material to pass along to the new owner should you sell and upgrade. Also know how large your fuel tank is, a rough idea of your range per tank, and record your fuel usage. I have an app called Simply Auto that I record all my fuel used. I use the odometer and use the fuel gage as reference only. I reset the odometer to zero on fill ups, and I know I can safely get 200 miles on a tank on around town riding, and upwards of 230+ on trips.
Good Luck!!
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My first bike will most likely be a used Heritage Softail classic. Just trying to narrow it down to a year, color and dressed options.
I honestly don’t know enough about all the different models. I know the difference between a “don’t want” sportster, cruiser and touring. At least I think I know. Touring is a longer heavier more plush ride with potential better turning radius or lean angle or something like that. There is so much knowledge to learn and absorb. I like the idea of having a stereo and way of communicating with a female passenger while the wind is blowing by but also like the clean look of a classic softail with no visor or passenger seat.
Thank you for the welcome.
I honestly don’t know enough about all the different models. I know the difference between a “don’t want” sportster, cruiser and touring. At least I think I know. Touring is a longer heavier more plush ride with potential better turning radius or lean angle or something like that. There is so much knowledge to learn and absorb. I like the idea of having a stereo and way of communicating with a female passenger while the wind is blowing by but also like the clean look of a classic softail with no visor or passenger seat.
Thank you for the welcome.
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Welcome from North Beach, FL., USA! 
Just in case you have not done this.
Add a Signature Line in your USER set up for your bike model, year, and all the letters that Harley recognizes it with that others see at the bottom. This enables others to know your exact model if you ever ask a question.
And a Avatar of your favorite shot in the USER set up for the small picture others will see in the top left corner of your post with your USER name.
Your all set.... Enjoy the ride! ______________
Just in case you have not done this.
Add a Signature Line in your USER set up for your bike model, year, and all the letters that Harley recognizes it with that others see at the bottom. This enables others to know your exact model if you ever ask a question.
And a Avatar of your favorite shot in the USER set up for the small picture others will see in the top left corner of your post with your USER name.
Your all set.... Enjoy the ride! ______________
