 Friendly run in with a HD guy today
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Was setting at a stoplight today with a new HD sporster rattling away to the rear and left of me.I caught him leaning way forward to try and eyeball what beautiful bike I was astride so I tilted her to the right and pointed at the tank badge as I grinned at him.He gave me a friendly wave off with his HD numbed hand and a noticeable grin as I left him set there and shake 
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Sounds like you've got a possible convert there, Smaug
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I also had a red light chat with a HD guy sunday. Said "nice bike! My first bike is a 73 triumph, I still have it!". He went on to say that it is currently in storage at the local HD shop. Also said "glad to see they're making those again!" 
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Sounds as though he was on an 883. My brother has one, and it's not that much fun to ride.
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Sounds as though he was on an 883. My brother has one, and it's not that much fun to ride.
Yup,883 rattletrap.
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I test rode the Harley XR1200, and other than the seat being hard as a brick, the bike was brilliant, plenty of power and loads of torque. I also have a Harley Fatbob, awesome cruiser, handles great, and the 96" motor is perfect. I also own a Kawasaki Versys and it handles like a sportbike but has a nice sit up and beg dirt bike riding position, the 650cc twin puts out 72 HP with the Two Brothers slip on, wheelies are fun. I am lucky because I feel I own the best 3 bikes for me, and of course I love the Speedy. Don't discount Harleys, some of them rock
Triumph Scrambler Diablo Red & Silver (2014), Arrow Exhaust, FI remapped with TTP #4, 16 tooth sprocket, Triumph Gel Solo seat & Rack, Progressive 440 1" lowered Shocks, SAI & O2 Removal, Airbox Restrictor Plate removed.
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Don't discount Harleys, some of them rock
Yup, I'd have to agree. After my recent rendezvous with HD demo day I have a healthy respect for the bikes. It's the snobbery ya get so often 'cause ya don't ride a Harley that gets me. But the bikes... I'd love a Geezer Glide!!!
Live to love, love to live.
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... Don't discount Harleys, some of them rock
I'll back that. While on vacations, I usually rent an HD for the day.. all have been pretty great bikes, and amazing rides (in order):
1. Fatboy : Kula Highway - Maui
2. Sporty 1200: Ketchikan, AK
3. Dyna LRdr : Cave Creek, AZ
4. Heritage : Palm Beach, FL
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I rented a Heritage Softtail a few years ago in CA and took it on the coastal highway. We wore those floorboards out! Grinding in almost every corner. But, it rode nice and the 6 speed was great on the highway.
Always remember to be yourself. Unless you suck. Then pretend to be someone else.
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Oh I love the look of the harlys,I often wave at them and admire them in the mickey mouse mirrors as they lumber down the rode.
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