HD Demo Rides Spring 2012 - Page 3

ponch · 08-18-2012, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

No, that's not it. It's just a different mindset. I'm not into the Aerostich suits, Schuberth helmets and the fancy imported touring boots. It's just not my crowd.

Custom Aerostitch suits cost a bundle. As mush as I wouldn't mind owning one, it's too much money. I'd consider a Schuberth helmet though. They are supposed to be so quiet you don't need ear plugs. The helmet is the one thing I won't cheap out when I replace the one I have now, which is due next year. As far as the boots go, I won a sweepstakes that allowed me to buy them.

I admit I prefer sneakers most of the time if it's not a long ride.

elvis · 08-18-2012, 07:28 PM

I stereotype, period. For example, I cannot stand BMW (car) drivers, they are the worst in my area. As far as riders, 'most' of Harley owners are a-holes, again in my area. I make a conscious effort and keep a distance from them.

Having said that one of my coworkers and her husband ride BMWs and we do a day trip once a year. They are the true road warriors and my wife and I enjoy their company (we sometimes tease them because they are so rich and have 2 BMWs plus another pair of dirt bikes).

As for the local Harley crowd, it's hard to come across a decent guy in the city. Most of them hardcore wanna-be, the so called tough guys. And yet you can hardly see a Harley around here when it is raining and it rains a lot in Vancouver, B.C.

elvis · 08-18-2012, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by cactusjack

One of my buddies has a Road Glide, nobody in our informal riding group had an Ultra.

I see. I suppose you liked both of them equally.

I think I'll come to a point where I might have to flip the coin myself because I like the RG Ultra (the looks and better stability on the open road) and also the EG Classic because the handlebars are somewhat closer and I feel better control of the bike. I don't hang out with Harley guys so what kind of bikes are in my circle of friends is not a criterion for me.

But my Harley funds must grow first before I get there.

cactusjack · 08-18-2012, 09:08 PM

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Originally Posted by elvis

I see. I suppose you liked both of them equally.

I think I'll come to a point where I might have to flip the coin myself because I like the RG Ultra (the looks and better stability on the open road) and also the EG Classic because the handlebars are somewhat closer and I feel better control of the bike. I don't hang out with Harley guys so what kind of bikes are in my circle of friends is not a criterion for me.

But my Harley funds must grow first before I get there.

Yeah, it wasn't a money issue - the RGU was a little bit less, but not by enough to make a difference. I liked them both, but I could only buy one that day. I work with a bunch of Harley guys and ride with them. I ride alone most of the time, though.

elvis · 08-20-2012, 12:57 AM

For those who live in the Lower Mainland, B.C., the next demos will be on

Sun, October 21, 10am – 3pm at Trev Deeley Motorcycles

Expected 2013 Touring Lineup (source)
Electra Glide Classic
Electra Glide Police
Road Glide Custom
Road Glide Ultra
Road King
Road King 110th Anniversary Edition
Road King Classic
Road King Police
Road King Shrine
Street Glide
Ultra Classic Electra Glide
Ultra Classic Electra Glide Shrine
Electra Glide Ultra Limited
Electra Glide Ultra Limited 110th Anniversary Edition

Loafer · 08-21-2012, 07:21 AM

Elvis are you selling HD's now?

elvis · 08-21-2012, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Loafer

Elvis are you selling HD's now?

No, I'm trying to buy one.

Loafer · 08-21-2012, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by elvis

No, I'm trying to buy one.

Oh, well then buy the Roadglide.

elvis · 08-21-2012, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Loafer

Oh, well then buy the Roadglide.

That is quite likely

Loafer · 08-21-2012, 08:16 PM

If I were buying a HD it would a RG.

old dog · 08-22-2012, 08:56 PM

Shakes have gone away on my neighbor's new switchback. We went for a 340 mi. ride
today he said it must have been a break in deal. Good news for him. Hate to see any one
with problem's on new toy.

elvis · 08-23-2012, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Loafer

If I were buying a HD it would a RG.

Very good choice in a bike.

I marked my calender for the unveiling of the 2013 line up, August 30th:

http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US...nch-party.html

Monkeyman · 08-23-2012, 04:28 AM

You should try the HD site. '13s have been up for a few days.

elvis · 08-23-2012, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Monkeyman

You should try the HD site. '13s have been up for a few days.

Thanks for the heads up.

Cheers!
E.

REDKAW1700 · 08-23-2012, 03:01 PM

My boss has a nice Ultra LTd (which I actually found for him) and a new Road King (which he just picked up from Harley shop today,cut off twice last time he rode, they told him nothing was wrong with it, guess what's gonna happen to him real soon??) Harley is a good looking bike but would'nt trade my Vaquero for one. Would have to be some major mechanical issue and I don't think that will happen. Rode 2,387 trip from lower AL to Iowa and back and bike was perfect......ride & power

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08-23-2012, 03:01 PM	#45
REDKAW1700 Jr. Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Daleville,AL Posts: 23	My boss has a nice Ultra LTd (which I actually found for him) and a new Road King (which he just picked up from Harley shop today,cut off twice last time he rode, they told him nothing was wrong with it, guess what's gonna happen to him real soon??) Harley is a good looking bike but would'nt trade my Vaquero for one. Would have to be some major mechanical issue and I don't think that will happen. Rode 2,387 trip from lower AL to Iowa and back and bike was perfect......ride & power __________________ Life is more fun during the curves.....
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08-18-2012, 07:28 PM	#32
elvis Sr. Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: British Columbia, Canada Posts: 1,785	I stereotype, period. For example, I cannot stand BMW (car) drivers, they are the worst in my area. As far as riders, 'most' of Harley owners are a-holes, again in my area. I make a conscious effort and keep a distance from them. Having said that one of my coworkers and her husband ride BMWs and we do a day trip once a year. They are the true road warriors and my wife and I enjoy their company (we sometimes tease them because they are so rich and have 2 BMWs plus another pair of dirt bikes). As for the local Harley crowd, it's hard to come across a decent guy in the city. Most of them hardcore wanna-be, the so called tough guys. And yet you can hardly see a Harley around here when it is raining and it rains a lot in Vancouver, B.C.
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08-22-2012, 08:56 PM	#41
old dog Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Posts: 166	Shakes have gone away on my neighbor's new switchback. We went for a 340 mi. ride today he said it must have been a break in deal. Good news for him. Hate to see any one with problem's on new toy.
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