Oh My!!!!!

**Bill X_R** · 07-04-2003, 03:17 PM

I think I'm in love, I guess these have been out for a while but I just saw one in person for the first time. The pictures due it NO justice...It is the most beautiful looking bike I have seen!

**J.D.** · 07-04-2003, 04:20 PM

Man I love Harleys. I have three dream vehicles I wanna own before I die. One is a Harley(haven't decided what model, I love them all!), next is a 1970 Mustang Boss 302, and the next is a 1969 Mustang Mach I.

**bakeban** · 07-04-2003, 04:22 PM

i have seen these on the road. they are sweet. i want a s-10 with a 327 small block. that is my dream

**ATC crazy** · 07-04-2003, 06:43 PM

I hate Harleys... :x

This is my dream bike...

**bentwrench** · 07-05-2003, 12:34 AM

I've gotten' spoiled need all the opt's when goin.

**bentwrench** · 07-05-2003, 12:40 AM

Billy this one's for you. "finger" a little distant but you can get the idea!!

**Trikeaholic** · 07-05-2003, 02:15 PM

I hate Harleys too. I did like them before they became so darn popular. I was in an HD dealer the other day, figured mabye I will go in with an open mind. They had more stupid logo crap than bikes! The only one I like is the 883 dirt track repo-racer and the old XR1000. As far as all the custom chrome, raked out stuff goes, I just laugh when I see some clown all done up in his leather tassels riding his psuedo chopper with a scowl on his face, like he is some kind of tough guy. These dudes crack me up, its like Halloween every time they go "riding" As far as the V-Rod goes, I think it looks rediculous. Buell is OK, but still a little wierd. I just think HD is a "mee too" kind of ride now. I pray ATK is never like that, or I will have to find another brand. Holic likes to be unique, original, and follows his own drummer. No offense to you HD guys, just thats why I dont like them.

**MR ATC** · 07-05-2003, 02:25 PM

i have to agree with holic every time i here someone say they like or want a H.D. and you ask them why? they all say the same thing...because its a harley. you NEVER here anyone say they want a Harley because there a good motorcycle. then there is this made in america crap...too bad over 50% of a harley is made in japan and a lot of Honda's are made in America. then there are all those stupid logo crap accesories hanging on the H.D. dealers walls, but take a close look and its all made in tawain...lol so much for the made in america reason.

image is nothing obey your thirst...i thirst for reliable quality built motorcycles. not name tags

**bentwrench** · 07-05-2003, 05:14 PM

Well you can't get me to argue on most of what you say. I built my 1st 3 H/D's and bought my 1st new one in 1983. I quit this is my last new bike I bought it in '95. Now you need a reservation to ride down the hiway. Dam yuppies, doctors, lawyers are on 90% of them now ain't what it used to be. But weather it's the best or not I enjoy it for my own reasons and wouldn't trade. I have given up week-ends to go on trips and go ride my Hondas in the country. Guess I'm still alittle different there also, I'm the only guy that always trail rides on a 3W'R.

**ATC crazy** · 07-05-2003, 10:08 PM

My dad has a 1983 Yamaha Venture, first year ever made. 1200cc V-4 that makes about 125-130HP in a sport/touring bike. I love the thing....The only thing that he's had to replace was the gas tank because some water got into it. She's got only 36K miles on it but any Harley would be begging for a rebuild at that time. Dad has been looking for a new bike for a while now and all the dealers that he's talked to said that his Venture is good for 250K :shock: . My dad is looking at this baby....145HP at the rear wheels

**bentwrench** · 07-05-2003, 11:13 PM

80k+ on my '83 FXRS Shovelhed never had anything other than tune-up, oil change, tires, brakes and one new chain. I know because I do my own maintence. My '95 dresser with the Evo motor has 30K+ and has had the same minus the chain (it's belt drive) and original. I'll ride it on my annual trip up thru the Dakota's and were ever, and not worry a bit about not making it. I'm still saying "to each his own" someday when your alittle older and not comparing everything to what someone else has or does you moght understand....Oh yeah thanks BILLY the "this one's for you" was meant in humor I thought you had good taste in a sport bike. I rode one at a demo last year and it really impressed this 'ol man.

**Trikeaholic** · 07-05-2003, 11:20 PM

Originally Posted by bentwrench

. Dam yuppies, doctors, lawyers are on 90% of them now ain't what it used to be., .

Thats another thing I have noticed. You either "deserve" to ride a crappy HD, or you are just a "poser". Now, I don't get that. I wonder if I bought one, (wich I wont) would I be accepted into this nutty scene? or would the "real" bikers shun me?

Very strange.

Hey, bent, Im not picking on you, but this statement (I know what you meant-Im just taking it to extremes to illustrate a point ) is what any hobby, when taken to seriously leads to. And thats what most non work activities are- hobbys. I guess you can find the angry people in any hobby, car shows are pretty brutal too.

**bentwrench** · 07-06-2003, 12:25 AM

I guess I know what you mean I haven't even looked to see what kind of 3 wheeler you ride, I haven't checked on anyone else in this thread. I do remember once trying to have alittle fun when I picked on Billy because in his avatar he is on a quad. BUT now I must defend myself for enjoying the type of street bike I ride. All this and I was only trying to support the one person I once poked alittle fun at and he isn't even envolved in this thread now. Wow I give you guys go ahead and do what you need to. I'll just go live my humble small life!!! And I don't know what you mean about "real Bikers" I'm just a dumb 'ol farmer who likes his pleasures when time and Mother Nature allows. Hell I don't even have a tatoo. Oh and thanks short of Howdy returning my PM's (a MAN with a personallity) this is the most recognition I've received from this club. I'm done see ya.

**Trikeaholic** · 07-06-2003, 01:10 AM

I guess we cant discuss on a discussion board? I thought it was plain to anyone reading that we were speaking of sociological phenomenon, not personal slamming.....oh well.

**Bill X_R** · 07-06-2003, 12:44 PM

[quote="bentwrench"] All this and I was only trying to support the one person I once poked alittle fun at and he isn't even envolved in this thread now. quote]

I'm out of town @ my Wifes Parents house...they have Dial Up so I dont get on much and when I do, it's usually pretty slow connection. So I'll sign off out of frustration!

Bent..It's hard to read peoples thoughts behind words on a computer screen. Your post about the quad pissed me off, but then I thought about it and figured it was just some fun! I don't think anyone is trying to be negative in anyway twards you...people just express there opionions here. Some take it seriously, while others understand there just that... opinions.

I'm not a big HD fan or HD shitter...I just saw that bike in person and fell in LOVE! Further more, like you...I give a rats ass what people think about my ride. If I want to ride a honda, HD, yammy, 4 whlrt, 3 whlr, 18 whlr, is because I like the ride...period!

There's alot of cool people on this site...Hope you decide to hang around some more.

Peace Out!

p.s. Glad you clearified the above post...I was begining to think you had it in for me!

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