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Old Aug 20, 2007 | 09:04 AM
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Hello All! This is my first time here on the HD forums. I am going to buy a new Harley, looking at'08 SuperGlide Custom or the new Fat Bob,when I return from the desert. I am originally from Washington State, but live in Texas due to my assignment. I have never owned a Harley before, but have taken a couple of demo rides. I have previously owned a Kawasaki Mean Streak. I am more concerned about reliability and be able to upgrade for years to come on the same bike. Service centers are an issue as well for me. Several of the Kawi dealers don't seem to really care about getting your bike back to you when you take it in for maintenance. HD dealers look like they have more mechanics working to be able to accomplish this. I like the fact that HD has alot of accessories for the bikes. The prices for the bikes are up there, but they stay up there as well. Any advice or experiences of your first HD would be great to hear.
 
Old Aug 20, 2007 | 09:18 AM
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Old Aug 20, 2007 | 09:24 AM
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Old Aug 20, 2007 | 09:32 AM
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Old Aug 20, 2007 | 09:46 AM
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Old Aug 20, 2007 | 02:27 PM
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Old Aug 20, 2007 | 02:29 PM
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Old Aug 20, 2007 | 02:49 PM
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