What would you do with a crusier?

[Onespeed]

I have always disliked cruisers so I wonder what members of the sport and touring bike community would do if they aquired one.

[Motu]

I guess I'm not one of the elite sports and tourer community - but if I aquired a cruiser I would ride it - WHAT THE FUCK ELSE DO YOU DO WITH A MOTORCYCLE!!!!!

[Slingshot]

I'd sell it and buy a sports bike :moon:

[Blakamin]

had a '74 shovel hardtail..... I'd be selling

[badlieutenant]

you would have to ride it. just to see what its like, on the way to selling it :ride:

[Storm]

Any bike is a better than a cage ! Besides, having a HD handy would save me money when I hit my midlife crisis and want to be a wild man and ride a big heavy bike :spudbooge

[StoneChucker]

Harley riders, for the Majority don't wave/acknowledge anyone on the road. Which I think is so wrong. I even wave at scooters, admittedly normally by accident, but I would anyway.

If I got a cruiser, I'd definitely ride it. A bike is a bike, is a bike. People have different cars, for different purposes.

But the question is, would you let ME ride with YOU if I turned up on a big ol cruiser :cool: ?

[bluninja]

Hmmm...can'r really see you as an NZ version of 'Chips' Stonechucker :bleh:

I'd ride the bike of course but not with a german helmet...do they make helmets anymore? But then I'd sell it and get a sports bike and an off road bike and some wheels to switch to supermotard, and a new set of leathers boots and helmet....I'd probably still have enough money left over to do a superbike school as well :yes:

[matthewt]

I'm willing to lay money down that over 50% of the guys trashing cruisers have never ridden one.

I'd ride it for at least 6 months. If I still didn't like it after that time then sure I'd sell it. Just as I would an R1 or a GSX1200 or a 916 or a BMW given the same choice.

But then I don't own a sports bike or a tourer :bleh:

[toads]

I guess I'm not one of the elite sports and tourer community - but if I aquired a cruiser I would ride it - WHAT THE FUCK ELSE DO YOU DO WITH A MOTORCYCLE!!!!!

well put Motu,
Also it may come as shock to you harley hating guys out there, but Harley are not the only makers of cruiser bikes and there are a lot of jap cruisers out there, which are the preferred choice of bike for a lot of people. Namely short, poverty stricken types such as myself.
My bike was very cheap and if I wanted to upgrade and get another bike, I'd buy another cruiser, I like all bikes, but particularly like cruisers, they are not built for speed or peformance, but made for a lesuirely comfortable ride, who has a problem with that???

[scumdog]

I would start shelling the Graf Spee - oops, that was in another life, dang, I'm always doing that!

Nowadays? I would cruise in it, take in scenery, tons of time to get my corner lines right, cushy ride for Mrs sd, no worries about tank-slapping, look cool, - sort of sums up most of my riding already! :bleh:

[Lucyloo]

I am the proud owner of a small but perfectly formed cruiser....and I love it.
I looked at all types of bikes when I was buying, but the cruiser suits me to a "T". The only thing I would swap it for would be a bigger, noisier, more powerful one!!!!!! However, that will have to wait until I get fully licenced.
And yes, one day I'd love to ride a Harley......I know that technically they are not supposed to be a great bike...but I have to admit to falling for the whole "romance" of it all. May not want to own one, but to ride one for a while would be a blast.

[riffer]

Welcome to KB, Lucyloo. Hope you enjoy yourself here.

If a cruiser landed in my lap, I'd ride it. Silly question. Probably wouldn't buy a German Helmet, unless it was a real nice BMW one. I guess you mean one of those ones with the spike on the top of it, or WW2 infantry helmet. yuck.

As far as I'm concerned, if its got two wheels, its all good. :first:

[Paul in NZ]

I would get a certain Ductati person to slather it in carbon fibre, add some carbon tassles, racing paniers and stuff fit it with high rise clip ons and race it. All I'd need is a good start and those sport bike pussies would never get past me....

[Slingshot]

I'm willing to lay money down that over 50% of the guys trashing cruisers have never ridden one.

I'd ride it for at least 6 months. If I still didn't like it after that time then sure I'd sell it. Just as I would an R1 or a GSX1200 or a 916 or a BMW given the same choice.

But then I don't own a sports bike or a tourer :bleh:

You're right.

Thing is for me, I like the way sports bikes/sports tourers look. I'm not so keen on the look of the cruisers.
I would love to ride one (to see what it's like), but I wouldn't want to own one.

[jrandom]

I am the proud owner of a small but perfectly formed cruiser....and I love it.

Yes, the GZs are *soooo* much better than the XV250s. Nice choice. I rather liked the one I had on loan for a few days a while back.

Welcome to the forum.

[James Deuce]

I really want a Yamaha Road Warrior for those times when I want to go for a long ride at my own pace.

Cruisers are just another bike, and most anyone who rides a bike is alright by me.

[Lucyloo]

Welcome to KB, Lucyloo. Hope you enjoy yourself here.

Why thank you. :)
I have been watching from the sidelines for a little while.
You guys seem to have a lot of fun in here.

[jrandom]

I really want a Yamaha Road Warrior for those times when I want to go for a long ride at my own pace.

I still want an FXDWG. It's the bike I always slobbered over as a kid. If I'm ever filthy rich and can afford a cruiser as well as a 'main bike', I'll have one. I'm sure they won't have changed much by then, either...

[Hitcher]

A troll poll with no bail-out response option. Brilliant!

If you're a xenophobic, sportbike riding squid, then completing this piece of idiocy will probably be easy.

I often wonder whether cruiser abusers have ever ridden one, or paused to consider why Harley Davidson (not that I'm defending these) is the most recognised motorcycle brand name on the planet?

So much for the "brotherhood of bikers". Ride what you like, like what you ride.

(Steaming hobbyhorse returned to gargre)

[jrandom]

A troll poll with no bail-out response option. Brilliant!

Yes, it lacked a 'keep it and ride it occasionally' option, didn't it?

But then, I *would* sell it immediately. I probably wouldn't even buy any other bikes with the funds, either. I need them too much for boring stuff.


If you're a xenophobic, sportbike riding squid...

Indeed.

Perhaps we could institute an informal forum code of "no nonsense about the 'cruiser vs. sportbike people' question". Other mature motorcycling forums have generally laid such silliness to rest a long time ago.

[Motu]

I knew a guy who won a new sportster once - he was a huge mountain of a man,drunk continuously and covered in tats,the perfect Harley owner.They took some photos and a video of him riding it,then it was sold - as jrandom says,other bills are more important than image.

I wouldn't go out and purposly buy a cruiser....but I never go out and purposly buy any bike,they just ...happen....I can't control it,bikes are attracted to me,like small furry animals and pretty girls - I just live with it.One day I might move to a cruiser for the fat low seat....but not yet.

[vifferman]

If I had a crusier I woud be so happy. :love:

[Motoracer]

Try to get my knee down on it, race it in clubmans even if I come last and oh yea, when I feel like laxing out, I'll wear my black leather jacket and jeans to cruise around places...

[scumdog]

- as jrandom says,other bills are more important than image.

Eh? most of my bills are caused by 'image' related items (took me ages to pay for my tassled leather jacket after I got laid off from the freezing works but I perservered)- and the 'other' ones can wait !!
Maybe I need to grow up? but then if you grow up you grow old, if you grow old you die! :2thumbsup :ride:

P.S. a few minutes later:

Damn!! beautiful day down here, thought I'd take the bike for a ride and 'do' lunch with Mrs SD and wouldn't ya know it - the rego's run out - ANOTHER image related bill. :weep:

[Yokai]

Hmmm... can I have the option that says "Give it to Mrs Yo"? Cos she likes the cruisery type bikes - when I was looking for my bike, she always pointed out the GZs and Viragos and things... But see, I don't like pointy bikes either. I'd buy a Triumph Sprint ST, cos it sits between the 2...

I'm torn. If I can't have the Give it to Mrs Yo option then I guess I have to go the sell it option... for a dollar, to Mrs Yo. heh.

Weird how we look at things though, eh? I don't think I'd get anywhere as near the enjoyment out of my bike as I do if it was a cruiser - not because the riding experience would be that much difference (2 weeks riding, waddooeyeno?) but because I sometimes catch myself thinking how I would look from a birds eye view. Then again, I also think about strapping the guitar to the back ala Peter Fonda...

*shrug* too hard basket.

Yokai
:sleep:

[Yokai]

Damn!! beautiful day down here, thought I'd take the bike for a ride and 'do' lunch with Mrs SD and wouldn't ya know it - the rego's run out - ANOTHER image related bill. :weep:

Awww ride it anyway - I'm sure that no cops would notice. Oh poot. :wink:

[Fryin Finn]

As I already have 3 bikes my fourth would be a trials bike.
I would have a cruiser as a 5th bike for those sunny hot days when you feel like riding real slow enjoying the vibe. But then I would also have a compulsory no cars on the roads at all day to enjoy riding a cruiser on. I have ridden a couple of Harley's and found the scum of society checking you out when you ride by (probably dreaming of ways to steal it) when they would show no interest when I'm on my Japper.

[Artifice]

fryni finn thats cos when you ar on a harley you suddenly become a real person to them. not just a piece of the background that is the city. somebody from the same community etc... blah blah blah.. i shouldn't drink this early. turns my resitance to posting trash right down.

[The Pastor]

well put Motu,
Also it may come as shock to you harley hating guys out there, but Harley are not the only makers of cruiser bikes and there are a lot of jap cruisers out there, which are the preferred choice of bike for a lot of people. Namely short, poverty stricken types such as myself.
My bike was very cheap and if I wanted to upgrade and get another bike, I'd buy another cruiser, I like all bikes, but particularly like cruisers, they are not built for speed or peformance, but made for a lesuirely comfortable ride, who has a problem with that???


right said fred!

Why not have one of each? (or more)

[scumdog]

fryni finn thats cos when you ar on a harley you suddenly become a real person to them. not just a piece of the background that is the city. somebody from the same community etc... blah blah blah.. i shouldn't drink this early. turns my resitance to posting trash right down.

Don't be too hard on yourself - it's most sense we've got from you so far!!! :laugh:

[Omega1]

I guess I'm not one of the elite sports and tourer community - but if I aquired a cruiser I would ride it - WHAT THE FUCK ELSE DO YOU DO WITH A MOTORCYCLE!!!!!

I agree...
I brought my Harley for me, not to win a popularity contest..honest advice is to try one before you judge,so I guess I dont wave and I am doomed to be classed with the scum...so be it

[PZR]

For me, well I am keen to have a bit of everything if only funds and the mortgage (read wife) would allow. A full on Aprilla/R1 etc if I could actually ride one well enough without killing myself for absolute maniac full on riding. My S for the longer trips practicality and general friendlyness of a Beemer. My little GF250 to thrash the crap out of and a nice big fat custom cruiser for the sunny lazy days around the waterfront cruising for chicks and riding off into mid life crises (just don't tell the wife) :killingme

Maybe one day but for now I am happy with what I have got :spudwave:

[toads]

right said fred!

Why not have one of each? (or more)

believe me I'd have a whole collection of bikes if I had unlimited funds, all bikes are cool in my opinion although some are downright ugly, but to know the idiocincrisies of each bike is worth doing. I can't stand it when someone has an unfounded predjudice toward anything, when they haven't had the experience to back it up.
My son for example has a hatred generated towards fords and holdens, he has never owned or driven either type of vehicle, therefore his opinion doesn't count.

[dhunt]

I would keep a it for a while just for the experience of riding something different then would sell it to finance several other 2 wheelers and some more gear to match.

[scumdog]

I agree...
I brought my Harley for me, not to win a popularity contest..honest advice is to try one before you judge,so I guess I dont wave and I am doomed to be classed with the scum...so be it

Quite right that man! :2thumbsup
If I was to buy a bike that I thought would appeal to the others out there it would be something like a Hyasbusa with twin chrome pipes, tassles and top-box :blink: :Pokey:

[TonyB]

With my current financial situation I'd sell it to avoid paying another over priced rego and more expensive insurance. If that wasn't an issue, if it was a Harley I'd sell it purely because I could buy a Jap cruiser or sports bike or dual purpose and have some cash left over for other toys. Or maybe I could buy all three. I'd love to have one of each. :niceone:

[scumdog]

With my current financial situation I'd sell it to avoid paying another over priced rego and more expensive insurance. If that wasn't an issue, if it was a Harley I'd sell it purely because I could buy a Jap cruiser or sports bike or dual purpose and have some cash left over for other toys. Or maybe I could buy all three. I'd love to have one of each. :niceone:

Better check insurance prices matey, (they're all the same for rego) insurance on any bike over 1000cc is much the same regardless of make, could be the same for other bike sizes :eek: :wacko:

[Big Dog]

Sell it? May be.
Ride it? For sure!
Spend every second day polishing the chrome? WTFF?
Switch to the dark side? F off.
Bat for both teams? As long as we are talking bikes won't nock what I have not tried.

Would I ever spend $30K plus on a bike full stop?
Not on this income.

[Big Dog]

Would I ever spend $30K plus on a bike full stop?
Not on this income.
By the way where is the ride it until you sold it or it got stolen on agreed value, then buy a house, or at least a section with the proceeds?

[magnum]

personally not my cup of tea but each to their own :moon:

[Kickaha]

I often wonder whether cruiser abusers have ever ridden one, or paused to consider why Harley Davidson (not that I'm defending these) is the most recognised motorcycle brand name on the planet?




I'd put it down to the most effective marketing :laugh:

Does a GN125 count? in that case you strip all the crap off it and turn it into a bucket

[Jackrat]

I have always disliked cruisers so I wonder what members of the sport and touring bike community would do if they aquired one.

CRASH AN DIE DICK HEAD :finger:

[White trash]

I have always disliked cruisers so I wonder what members of the sport and touring bike community would do if they aquired one.

Right-O tuff guy.

Bring your Kum-and-suk-me 4hundy down Welly ways some time and see what some of them cruiser riders are capable of when riding with a group of sports bikes.

Nothing better than shutting down some upstart who thinks his XYZ750 SPS RR is the shiznics on a Deuce or Sporty.

Some of the most tallented riders on this very site, aspire to owning a nice cruiser to sit alongside their CBR1000RR or MV or whatever.

You're definitely entitled to voicing what you do and don't like but trolling is for fourteen year olds with "Wee blockers" set by their parents to block out porn.

Go join SDU.

[White trash]

.....I am doomed to be classed with the scum...so be it

Mate, there's some pretty cool scum 'round here. Welcome.

[FROSTY]

park it in the garage with my sports bike and ride it when Im not out to prove how big my balls are.
I happen to like cruisers -There aint nuffing like a cruise in the country on a hot summers day. Nice lady on the back, riding at leasurely speeds.
like WT said I've had my ass whipped by some darn tallented harley riders.
Mind you there was a guy on a goldwing once showed me a thing or two.

[Onespeed]

Right-O tuff guy.

Bring your Kum-and-suk-me 4hundy down Welly ways some time and see what some of them cruiser riders are capable of when riding with a group of sports bikes.

Nothing better than shutting down some upstart who thinks his XYZ750 SPS RR is the shiznics on a Deuce or Sporty.

Some of the most tallented riders on this very site, aspire to owning a nice cruiser to sit alongside their CBR1000RR or MV or whatever.

You're definitely entitled to voicing what you do and don't like but trolling is for fourteen year olds with "Wee blockers" set by their parents to block out porn.

Go join SDU.



I have had a wide variety of responses from my post but yours would have to be the most defensive. Some people read a lot into a simple scentence. Don't know where you get the tough guy crap from.

I couldn't care less what crusier riders are capable of its apples and oranges as far as I'm concerned.

If I really wanted to troll I would have dropped this poll in the crusier section. :scooter:

[White trash]

Not nasty at all mate. Just not quite understanding the reason for your poll. Put a poll up with all negative options is either trolling, or assuming everyone thinks like you.

And we obviously don't.

If you ask me, you wanted to get some heated responses to your "carelessly" posted thread.

S'what ya got.

[Onespeed]

CRASH AN DIE DICK HEAD :finger:

Wow... you really have a way with words. :not:

[White trash]

CRASH AN DIE DICK HEAD :finger:

Now that's nasty.

Well spoken though. Nice one J'rat. :2guns:

[TonyB]

Better check insurance prices matey, (they're all the same for rego) insurance on any bike over 1000cc is much the same regardless of make, could be the same for other bike sizes :eek: :wacko:
I think you misunderstood me. I didn't mean that the rego or insurance are going to cost more- I meant that I'd have to pay another lot, which I couldn't afford at the mo.

[FROSTY]

fuck --you know what I think fuggit i agree with WT.
I know I sound like a pompous git but that is entirely the problem with bikers in NZ - we are such a small community anyhoo without splintering ourselves off into smaller groups cos one lot rides jap crap and another friggen unreliable spagettie eaters shit and another overpriced yank shit.
Thats the attitude thats gonna see us all riding 50cc scooters cos everything else has be legislated off the road.
If ya ride a bike mate your ok by me . plain and simple.

[scumdog]

fuck --you know what I think fuggit i agree with WT.
I know I sound like a pompous git but that is entirely the problem with bikers in NZ - we are such a small community anyhoo without splintering ourselves off into smaller groups cos one lot rides jap crap and another friggen unreliable spagettie eaters shit and another overpriced yank shit.
Thats the attitude thats gonna see us all riding 50cc scooters cos everything else has be legislated off the road.
If ya ride a bike mate your ok by me . plain and simple.

XJ/F, you been hittin' th' liquor boy? your grammar has slipped from its usual perfection and you sound a tad riled up.

[Skyryder]

well put Motu,
Also it may come as shock to you harley hating guys out there, but Harley are not the only makers of cruiser bikes and there are a lot of jap cruisers out there, which are the preferred choice of bike for a lot of people. Namely short, poverty stricken types such as myself.
My bike was very cheap and if I wanted to upgrade and get another bike, I'd buy another cruiser, I like all bikes, but particularly like cruisers, they are not built for speed or peformance, but made for a lesuirely comfortable ride, who has a problem with that???

Not me.

Skyryder

[Skyryder]

I'd have to win one in competition to own a Harley. As a matter of fact even though I give them heaps of slag at times I actually like them. Get on well with the few Harley owners I know. Each to their own. Hell I would ride with a push bike if they could keep up.
If it's got two wheels we have something in common.

Skyryder

[Jackrat]

Wow... you really have a way with words. :not:
Hey Troll,I had a few other things to say but I thought I'd better keep it diplomatic.
That's as good as it gets for people that shit on others rides.

[badlieutenant]

Just re-read the thread to find out when the animosity started.
I assumed the poll was done light heartedly, so what did I miss? actually no, dont answer that.
I had a mate who was seriously going to die if e kept on riding his gsxr the way he was. He bought a harley to slow himself down, which he did. Hes easy to follow at night as hes the one leaving sparks. Chics seem to like them thats always a good incentive. :shifty:

[FROSTY]

XJ/F, you been hittin' th' liquor boy? your grammar has slipped from its usual perfection and you sound a tad riled up.
My grammar perfect lol :killingme :killingme :killingme
I guess my problem is as light hearted as the thread was intended to be reality is people really do think that way.
There are a whole bunch of young guys on here whose attitudes are being affected by us (slightly ) older and more mature :killingme :killingme
Biker types. We reallly do need to stick together.
Ohh and on hindsight I probably would sell the harley -But only for financial reasons. I would do the same with a goldwing or a latest model Bussa.
i'd rather have the money to pay for my race bikes.

[Bonez]

To quote my lovely wife " it's just another bike". HDs are as common as now days, so don't interest me in the slightest. Mind I'd have one if it was given to me and don't mind riding in their company. I could buy a new one tomorrow cash if I chose to, but I personnally think there are far better cikles available for the money (maybe two or three :devil2: :). It's the old story of each to their own. Just respect each others opions and keep the rubber on the road. :sleep: Just been on a ride and popped into ANZA. There where all these grey haired dudes and dudesses with HDs parked there and not a single German helmet in sight ;) . All where wearing the standard "uniform" though, you know black leathers. Some of those ol gals wore them well I might add....... :love2:

[Dodgyiti]

I have tried a few friends hawgs, and it's not my bag. I like the look of cruisers and all, but having my feet in front of me going through a corner is too much to get used to. It just feels unnatural.
Having said that, I rode a Guzzi 750 cruiser a few months back, and that was the pick of the bunch for handling.
:first:

[Bandito]

It would be kinda cool to paint it pink,get some bright as riding gear and join the local HOG club... now there is an idea!!!

[scumdog]

It would be kinda cool to paint it pink,get some bright as riding gear and join the local HOG club... now there is an idea!!!

Would only be a novelty in the Kiwiland, it's already been done in the States.

[enigma51]

My first though was burn it but then I thought hmmmm how many superbikes can I buy from it if I were to sell it. But then who the f%^k is going to buy it.

[FROSTY]

Actually a freind of mine bought a ex write off K100 with more dents than my ex missuses car. She used to go to all the bmw rallys -the looks of hooror she got from the bmw guys were great to see

[scumdog]

My first though was burn it but then I thought hmmmm how many superbikes can I buy from it if I were to sell it. But then who the f%^k is going to buy it.

Nice troll enima, I think the words you mean are "how many offers am I going to get in the first day?"

After all, how many cruisers are NOT Harleys? :msn-wink: :Pokey:

[Bob]

well put Motu,
Also it may come as shock to you harley hating guys out there, but Harley are not the only makers of cruiser bikes and there are a lot of jap cruisers out there, which are the preferred choice of bike for a lot of people. Namely short, poverty stricken types such as myself.
My bike was very cheap and if I wanted to upgrade and get another bike, I'd buy another cruiser, I like all bikes, but particularly like cruisers, they are not built for speed or peformance, but made for a lesuirely comfortable ride, who has a problem with that???

I have to go along with the comments made by the two gentlemen above.

I'd never ridden a cruiser until my wife passed her test and needed a 250cc machine for two years (UK regs, she has 2 years at 33bhp limit). I spotted a 250 Virago for sale - ideal for her, as at 5 foot tall she struggles with anything even remotely tall in the saddle.

I got her to go for the Virago before she passed, as this meant she had a target to aim for, rather than buying a 125 (our learner limit) and then having to sell it on or even worse, not worry about getting the test passed as she had a bike to ride.

Obviously, this meant I had to ride it home and keep it running until she passed her test... and I loved it. I'd take it out early on Saturday mornings to have a proper play with it.

How much did I love it? Enough to test ride a 650 Dragstar with a real view to selling the Fazer I had at the time and switching to cruisers full time.

Didn't go for the Dragstar in the end (given I put in a lot of commuting miles into the centre of London, I didn't feel it had the inital go that I needed). But I enjoyed riding it and if I had space for more than one bike, I'd have the current SV650S for commuting/when I fancied a blast and a cruiser for more laid-back, leisurely rides and even distance work (I felt like I could have ridden the Dragstar forever).

I'd recommend, if you've never tried one, giving a cruiser a try. It might well surprise you. I know it did me.

(The little Virago will be around for another 12 months until Laura's 33bhp restriction is lifted. If we had the space to keep it and for Laura to get another bike, I'd happily buy it off her and keep it for a weekend plaything)

[750Y]

if i suddenly acquired a harley, i'd unload the kids for a weekend & go cruising with the mrs. that would be awesome.(i'd leave the rocket at home).

[jrandom]

(The little Virago will be around for another 12 months until Laura's 33bhp restriction is lifted. If we had the space to keep it and for Laura to get another bike, I'd happily buy it off her and keep it for a weekend plaything)

I'd heard nice things about the mini-Viragos before, so I took one for a blat a while back. It was just... TOOO... SLOOOOW. It didn't want to rev, and it had even less low-end pull than you'd normally expect from 250ccs of softly-tuned V-twin.

And, keep in mind, this is from the perspective of someone who's used to riding a 150cc single.

In the end, I don't see much point in a cruiser unless the engine comes with a side order of tarmac-rippling torque, to be perfectly honest.

[Stevo]

Hey SD. Whaddaya mean eventually get all your shots in a one inch group at 100 yards??? Thought you Southern sorta fellas could shoot? :whistle:


:Oops: :Offtopic: :ar15: :ar15: :ar15: :ar15: :ar15: :ar15: :ar15:

[scumdog]

Hey SD. Whaddaya mean eventually get all your shots in a one inch group at 100 yards??? Thought you Southern sorta fellas could shoot? :whistle:


:Oops: :Offtopic: :ar15: :ar15: :ar15: :ar15: :ar15: :ar15: :ar15:

Oh yeah, forgot to add that it was with my Colt Woodsman .22 pistol - yee-hah!!

.85" with my 308 - on a good day :msn-wink:

Tried it with my 12 gauge riot gun but it's bloody difficult!!! :blah:

[Midnight 82]

:finger: Depends how old you are and how the back is :puke: :stoogie:

[RiderInBlack]

if i suddenly acquired a harley, i'd unload the kids for a weekend & go cruising with the mrs. that would be awesome.(i'd leave the rocket at home).I'd ride a harley as a second bike for the cruisey babe on the back days too (then I would not get troulbe with my pillion for going too fast):msn-wink:

[NotaGoth]

MR *KnowZ* where i stand when it comes to the ol' harley

*stayZ* :calm: over the thread

LOL

*theresa*

[rodgerd]

It would be kinda cool to paint it pink,get some bright as riding gear and join the local HOG club... now there is an idea!!!

Kind of like what Holden have done with the new Torana?

[Blakamin]

Kind of like what Holden have done with the new Torana?
That is just Ghey!!!! typical holden I 'spose! :Pokey:

[Hitcher]

Kind of like what Holden have done with the new Torana?
You mean like one of these?

[riffer]

You mean like one of these?
Like the 290kw twin turbo - not too hot on the four-door. Or the pink with white leather interior..

Roll on the re-release of the hot orange A9X...

and dammit - it needs an eight under the bonnet. :crazy:

[scumdog]

Like the 290kw twin turbo - not too hot on the four-door. Or the pink with white leather interior..

Roll on the re-release of the hot orange A9X...

and dammit - it needs an eight under the bonnet. :crazy:

Speaking of eight cylinders... good rule of thumb for ANY device: if you can't get the spark-plugs out with a ratchet ,an extension and a spark-plug socket then it's probably too new... ;)

[avgas]

if someone gave me a new harley, id prob swap with someone for a buell.
But as for harleys being absolute shit......this is not the case.
Id never own one, but i respect them all the same.
Plenty of other bikes out there that look, sound, and run worse then them.

[MD]

Now that I have got me a genuine cruiser I can finally look at this thread and provide the answer to "what to do with a cruiser"... SMILE, because I'm lovin it. Been up early every day this weekend cruisin. What's surprised me and the lads I've been out with lately is how fast it copes with the twisties. Maybe the Triumph twins have a tad more clearance than some other brands but 223kg with only 61 hp should not handle the Rimutaka hill like this beauty does. When I got it I thought I would have to avoid twisties, but it's the opposite. Pleased I decided to give 'the other side' a try :ride: .
And then there's the cheaper running costs, less risk of losing the licence and . . . .I'll think of more reasons soon (prick to clean though, now I know why the sports bike are wrapped in easy to wipe plastic)
MD

[Monsterbishi]

Only new Harley I'd keep... VRod...

[jonnyrr1]

hell yeah, sell the thing and get a kick arse road bike and a dirt bike..

thats me happy as larry...

[Bonez]

Now that I have got me a genuine cruiser I can finally look at this thread and provide the answer to "what to do with a cruiser"... SMILE, because I'm lovin it. Been up early every day this weekend cruisin. What's surprised me and the lads I've been out with lately is how fast it copes with the twisties. Maybe the Triumph twins have a tad more clearance than some other brands but 223kg with only 61 hp should not handle the Rimutaka hill like this beauty does. When I got it I thought I would have to avoid twisties, but it's the opposite. Pleased I decided to give 'the other side' a try :ride: .
And then there's the cheaper running costs, less risk of losing the licence and . . . .I'll think of more reasons soon (prick to clean though, now I know why the sports bike are wrapped in easy to wipe plastic)
MDThat's the way Mark. Saw a nice yellow and black one on the Manawatu gorge a few weeks back. The guy had a grin from ear to ear. Or maybe that was becaused he'd escaped the days house work :sly:. He'd replaced the mufflers with Dunstall replicas. Sounded nice as it pulled away from the lights. Dressed in the standard uniform of course. You know black leathers, black helmet and dark sunnies with no visor ;).

[Stevo]

MD. If you are converted then lets have a first time KB Auction................ for the Blade! :killingme :killingme :killingme :killingme
I'll start at One dollar
Actually I could swap ya for an "Awesome breath taking ride" called an FZR250 :P

Go on. Ya know ya want to!

[Jantar]

Harley riders, for the Majority don't wave/acknowledge anyone on the road. Which I think is so wrong. I even wave at scooters, admittedly normally by accident, but I would anyway.

Have you ever ridden a Harley? If you have then you'll know that there is a very good reason that Harley riders don't wave at other motorcyclists. They can't.... Its just too damn dangerous for them to a hand of the grips for even a second. :2thumbsup

[Wonko]

I'd sell the Hog, and buy 2 bikes. A modern 600 sport and a crusier.

Sports for fun in the twisties, crusier for weekend's along the waterfront, carrying people etc.

Would enjoy having one as a second bike. Also be handy for friends to ride when they are in this part of the country.

[Gasman]

It would have to be ridden, even if only once. Who knows, I might like it! The bottom line though is that they're overpriced, and won't go to the places I like to go. I don't 'hate' Harleys, just think they're grossly over-rated (yes, I have ridden one). I also don't hate cruisers, having once owned a 'pretend' one (Yammy), which was very comfortable and predictable. If someone gave me a Harley I'd probably sell it and buy a bigger Beemer. I'd also look hard at a Triumph.

[MD]

MD. If you are converted then lets have a first time KB Auction................ for the Blade! :killingme :killingme :killingme :killingme
I'll start at One dollar
Actually I could swap ya for an "Awesome breath taking ride" called an FZR250 :P

Go on. Ya know ya want to!

Stevo it'll take some serious bike depreciation before a dollar will tempt me to part with the Blade. Lets say I'm just a part time convert for now. A cruiser can only do so much whereas a sports bike CAN be used in cruise mode.
Buts thanks for the generous offer. MD

[Mongoose]

Aint it wonderful to see what a great job HD has done with the advertising department.
Just read thru most of the thread and most seem to jump to the conclusion that a cruiser would be an HD, probabley why I bought a Guzzi.
EVERY one was either buying a Trumpy or HD at the time and the Guzzi was just different enough for me.
To answer the question, I would ride any cruiser(well, perhaps with in reason).
See, for you sports bike freaks, some of us can not handle the dog shagging a hockey ball posture that you guys manage, or ride fast enough to warrent a sports bike.

[sels1]

I would have a HD if someone gave me one, but I probably woudnt buy one. And if someone gave me one , I think I would look at it and think hmmm if I sold this I could afford a sport/tourer and a trailbike and some new gear and and...

[campbellluke]

I'd sell it.

Then buy a R6.

If I couldn't find anybody sorry enough to buy it at a resonable price, I would just drop it off a cliff.

[Hitcher]

I'd sell it.

Then buy a R6.

If I couldn't find anybody sorry enough to buy it at a resonable price, I would just drop it off a cliff.
Said the rider of a Suzuki GSX250...

[Sniper]

Said the rider of a Suzuki GSX250...

Touche',...... :banana:

[ManDownUnder]

what happened to an option of keeping it/riding it?

I'm not a Harley fan - I make no pretences about it. But there are those that do like 'em... maybe they could be considered too?
MDU

[Bonez]

I'd sell it. Had a cruiser once. It kept falling of the road so has put me off them for life.......................

[Spaz]

I'd sell it and buy two bikes!

[DingDong]

I've ridden a friends harley, and I enjoyed sound.
Ride it until I got sick of it, then sell it or swap it to an old guy for his Busa

[The Preacher]

I really want a Yamaha Road Warrior for those times when I want to go for a long ride at my own pace.

and this Jim2 is the Road Warrior I would love to own mate. :ride:

[Eurodave]

That modded Road Warrior is one fine looking bike [even if it is only a jappa] :niceone:

[oldrider]

Oldrider, new to this forum. Life experience has tought me that there is "no such thing as an ugly woman". It's just a matter of "time,opportunity and circumstances".
The same thing applies to motorbikes, I love them all. Cheers John. :whistle:

[Waylander]

and this Jim2 is the Road Warrior I would love to own mate. :ride:

Ooh purty. I like that one.

[Hitcher]

and this Jim2 is the Road Warrior I would love to own mate.
That looks better than the standard can. Or barrel, more like...

[The Preacher]

Well folks here is some more shots of the Road Warrior to droole over.
It is for sale right now for $US9995 + shipping

This Low Mileage 2002 Road Star Warrior Stands In Pristine Condition Throughout With Only 10,606 Original Miles! This Powerhouse From Yamaha Is Known For Having The Soul Of A Champion Drag Racer And The Comfortable Ride Of A Fine Cruiser. Loaded With Chrome And Accessories This Yamaha Is Sure To Satisfy Even The Most Particular Of Buyers. Addittionally This Warrior Has Been Adult-Owned, Ridden And Always Garage Kept.

This Warrior Comes Loaded With Chrome And Other Features Including: 1670cc Fuel Injected Air Cooled V-Twin Engine, 5-Speed Transmission, Belt Drive, "DynoJet" Programmable Electonic Power Commander Fuel Injection Module, Deep "Panther Purple" Metallic Paint, Custom Chrome High Performance "Shorty" Exhaust System With Full Length Heat Shields, Color Keyed Lower Air Dam, Color Keyed Front Fairing, Custom Chrome Drag Style Handlebars, Custom Chrome/Rubber Twist Grips, Custom Flush Mount "Sport" Style LED Taillamp With Crystal White Lens, Custom Chrome License Plate Frame With Integrated LED Taillamp, Bridgestone "Battlax" Tires, Digital Tach And Odometer, Chrome Shrouded Forced Air Induction Scoop, Dual Front Disc Brakes With Cross Drilled Rotors, Rear Disc Brake With Cross Drilled Rotor, Chrome Shrouded "Bullet Style" Headlight, Two Position "Big Wide" Seat "That Is As Comfortable As It Is Cool), Chrome Cylinder Head Covers, Chrome Push Rod Tubes, Chrome Side View Mirrors, Chrome Kickstand, And So Much More.

This Spectacular Yamaha Stands In Pristine Condition Throughout And Is Covered Under Yamaha's Extended Service Warranty Program Until March 14th 2006. There Are No Dimples, Dents, Depressions, Scrapes Or Scratches Anywhere. The Paint Is In Fantastic Condition As Is All Professionally Installed Chrome And Accessories. Both The Front And Rear Alloy Wheels Are In "Like New" Condition With No Abrasions And Both The Front 200/50ZR17 And Rear 120/70ZR18 Bridgestone Tires Have Excellent Tread. There Are No Rips, Tears, Burns, Stains Or Worn Spots On The Seat Or Elsewhere. Mechanically This Warrior Needs Nothing And All Systems Are Fully Functional. It Looks And Rides Fantastic And Sounds Awesome. This Outstanding Yamaha Is Sure To Satisfy Even The Most Particular Buyer.

[Waylander]

Well folks here is some more shots of the Road Warrior to droole over.
It is for sale right now for $US9000 + shipping
First thing to go would be that windscreen. Ruins the bike IMO.

Anyway I think I would prefer something with a bit more meat on the back end. Like the Victory Hammer, pic below. Hitcher posted a thread about this bike a while back and this pic has lived on my desktop ever since.

[The Preacher]

Anyway I think I would prefer something with a bit more meat on the back end. Like the Victory Hammer, pic below. Hitcher posted a thread about this bike a while back and this pic has lived on my desktop ever since.

Very nice mate but I like the Roadie

[Waylander]

Very nice mate but I like the Roadie

Each to thier own bro and I like the "Roadie" aswell, I just like the Hammer better.

I like all cruisers though. Just the styling and that hardcore look that always comes with them. The sound aswell. I still get goosebumps everytimeI start up my bike. Just some bikes I won't buy but will gladly ride, some I would buy and ride everyday and everything in between.:niceone:

[Eurodave]

That Hammer has cool styling except for the mufflers, they need to be more hardcore/custom

[Waylander]

That Hammer has cool styling except for the mufflers, they need to be more hardcore/custom
Yea but pipes are one of the easiest things to replace so not a big worry.

[Beemer]

I'd ride it to see what it was like because I've never ridden a cruiser before, but as I know I love sports bikes, I'd not plan on keeping it. If it were a Harley (overpriced!), I'd sell it and buy two real bikes, but it if was one of those cheaper cruisers, I'd keep it for sunny days or use it as a spare!

[skidz]

I am loving my Harley and hope to get a German helmet one day. :motu:

[Bonez]

I am loving my Harley and hope to get a German helmet one day. :motu:Jim-Bob might have his up for sale shortly.......

[Waylander]

I am loving my Harley and hope to get a German helmet one day. :motu:

I thought those weren't DOT (or whatever the NZ standard is) approved so they wern't legal?

[Ixion]

I thought those weren't DOT (or whatever the NZ standard is) approved so they wern't legal?

I believe you can get helmets which are actually proper approved helmets but have an outward appearance after the form of a German WW2 infantry helmet.

(Now , a picklehaub, that would be somewhat cool)

[Kittyhawk]

It takes a certian type of guy to ride these type of machine,
Not me though. But I would sell it and get some sort of deceant sports bike!!

[Big Dave]

I bet most of you dissing Harleys have never even ridden one. Let alone a late model job.

Nowdays H-D's are lovely motorcycles - particularly if you want to ride mostly legal, comfortably, carry a passenger and do it with real 'feel good'. I find they very aesthetically pleasing, well finished and desirable.

They have strong riding clubs, dealer support and an endless range of accessories and toys in what is a very complete package.

Most are also well suited to very tall people. (me)

Not everyone wants a 3000kph, uncomfortable, no passenger, immediate loss of licence, track bike.

I find the poll options and some of the resonses a little offensive. Particularly the 'real bike' thing. In general Harleys and the owners I've hung out with are just as real - and possibly more hard core - than any other bike - it's just a matter of taste.

[ManDownUnder]

I bet most of you dissing Harleys have never even ridden one. Let alone a late model job.

Nowdays H-D's are lovely motorcycles - particularly if you want to ride mostly legal, comfortably, carry a passenger and do it with real 'feel good'. I find they very aesthetically pleasing, well finished and desirable.

They have strong riding clubs, dealer support and an endless range of accessories and toys in what is a very complete package.

Most are also well suited to very tall people. (me)

Not everyone wants a 3000kph, uncomfortable, no passenger, immediate loss of licence, track bike.

I find the poll options and some of the resonses a little offensive. Particularly the 'real bike' thing. In general Harleys and the owners I've hung out with are just as real - and possibly more hard core - than any other bike - it's just a matter of taste.

Dude - good call. You're right I've never ridden one, and to be honest I'm not interested -just personal choice from the styling perspective. That's not to say they ARE ugly - just that I think they are.

If you enjoy riding them - go for it. I'm not going to diss you for it.

Bloody good post too - reps for it!
MDU

[Big Dave]

Dude - good call. You're right I've never ridden one, and to be honest I'm not interested -just personal choice from the styling perspective. That's not to say they ARE ugly - just that I think they are.

If you enjoy riding them - go for it. I'm not going to diss you for it.

Bloody good post too - reps for it!
MDU


Thanks - and that's the right attitude - say 'not for me because' and everyone will respect it - but 'push it off a cliff' does a dis-service to the cool people who ride them.

(There are some toss pots on 'em too no doubt - but the same is true of a Van Van for eg)

FWIW I like my Trumpets because they are the best of both worlds.
(ask aff-man what my tbird goes like)

[Ixion]

I bet most of you dissing Harleys have never even ridden one. Let alone a late model job.

Nowdays H-D's are lovely motorcycles - particularly if you want to ride mostly legal, comfortably, carry a passenger and do it with real 'feel good'. I find they very aesthetically pleasing, well finished and desirable.

They have strong riding clubs, dealer support and an endless range of accessories and toys in what is a very complete package.

Most are also well suited to very tall people. (me)

Not everyone wants a 3000kph, uncomfortable, no passenger, immediate loss of licence, track bike.

I find the poll options and some of the resonses a little offensive. Particularly the 'real bike' thing. In general Harleys and the owners I've hung out with are just as real - and possibly more hard core - than any other bike - it's just a matter of taste.

Very true. A biker never disses another biker's ride :nono:

[ManDownUnder]

FWIW I like my Trumpets because they are the best of both worlds.
(ask aff-man what my tbird goes like)

Agreed on that point - I have a 955 on my PC as the desktop...

[Motu]

You also don't see cruiser riders blaming the bike or road conditions for any handling short comings - not saying cruisers can't handle,personaly I like cruiser handling,it's just that they love and accept what they have.Us dual sport riders will never stop complaining about how poor the on or off road handling is,bleat about not finding the perfect tyre etc,sports bike riders are continualy on about pea gravel and road works.

[Pathos]

I'd ride it for a bit, all that torque would be quite fun, but wouldn't want to be seen on it :ride:

It will be converted into a coupla grand soon after that.

[ManDownUnder]

Us dual sport riders will never stop complaining about how poor the on or off road handling is,bleat about not finding the perfect tyre etc,sports bike riders are continualy on about pea gravel and road works.

I know what you're saying but I'd have to call you on that one. I've only ever ridden sport tourers and no what to expect from them. I accept my lot as it stands. More comfort would always be good but the RF delivers on that side pretty well...

[Motu]

I know what you're saying but I'd have to call you on that one. I've only ever ridden sport tourers and no what to expect from them. I accept my lot as it stands. More comfort would always be good but the RF delivers on that side pretty well...

I know what my dualsports won't do too - doesn't stop me being annoyed when they aren't up to the task they weren't designed for.

[murhf3]

I went from a ZX12R to a VN1600 V.Twin cruzzer ,reason keep my fecking liceince and live a few more years[lol]. Do miss the 300kp/h and the smell of burnt rubber while trying to keep the front wheel down, but must say theres just something about a shit load of low down grunt, like a mini V8 :cold: :ride: :weird:

[murhf3]

I bet most of you dissing Harleys have never even ridden one. Let alone a late model job.

Nowdays H-D's are lovely motorcycles - particularly if you want to ride mostly legal, comfortably, carry a passenger and do it with real 'feel good'. I find they very aesthetically pleasing, well finished and desirable.

They have strong riding clubs, dealer support and an endless range of accessories and toys in what is a very complete package.

Most are also well suited to very tall people. (me)

Not everyone wants a 3000kph, uncomfortable, no passenger, immediate loss of licence, track bike.

I find the poll options and some of the resonses a little offensive. Particularly the 'real bike' thing. In general Harleys and the owners I've hung out with are just as real - and possibly more hard core - than any other bike - it's just a matter of taste.
Each to there own I.ve had 2 harleys, 2 triumphs and many others,now I got a brand new bike I could hav choosen anything ,but sorry mate from previous experience I bouhgt a Quakker, it out performs all my mates Harleys except the V.rod, in all ways except the extra 10,000 dollar name badge. But then if I won lotto I.d have a bike from all brands.Now if they bought out a new Sturgis I may be swayed a bit?

[Big Dave]

Each to there own I.ve had 2 harleys, 2 triumphs and many others,now I got a brand new bike I could hav choosen anything ,but sorry mate from previous experience I bouhgt a Quakker, it out performs all my mates Harleys except the V.rod, in all ways except the extra 10,000 dollar name badge. But then if I won lotto I.d have a bike from all brands.Now if they bought out a new Sturgis I may be swayed a bit?

Nothin' to be sorry about. I got no problems with anybody riding anything. Personally I wouldn't own a metric cruiser - but I'm still polite to the people who have them. What 'gets' me is putting shit on a bike or class of rider because it's different to what 'you' like. It's someone elses pride and joy.

[murhf3]

Nothin' to be sorry about. I got no problems with anybody riding anything. Personally I wouldn't own a metric cruiser - but I'm still polite to the people who have them. What 'gets' me is putting shit on a bike or class of rider because it's different to what 'you' like. It's someone elses pride and joy.
Yep your right I really believe plp hate harleys for 2 reasons,1 they are jealous and 2 in the80s and early 90s when I had mine they were pretty unrealiable which sort of put me off. But I still may end up with one the Night Train,or I pray for a rerelease of the Sturgis. Funny thing tho the custom parts for my bike forward controls, pipes solo seat[I.AM 6/3 tall ] are actually more expensive than a Harley comparrisin, go figure

[pritch]

I was in AMPS a few weeks back and came across the Harley NightRod.
It stopped me in my tracks and made me wonder if that could be my next bike.
On checking the details, it seems a bit limited in the cornering angle department compared to the other Street Rods. These latter seem to be getting a reputation for blurring boundaries.

It's no longer impossible that some of you might you get passed by a good guy on a Harley one day soon.

If you are one of the prejudiced "push it off a cliff" types, where would that leave you? In need of therapy?

[texmo]

I was in AMPS a few weeks back and came across the Harley NightRod.
It stopped me in my tracks and made me wonder if that could be my next bike.
On checking the details, it seems a bit limited in the cornering angle department compared to the other Street Rods. These latter seem to be getting a reputation for blurring boundaries.

It's no longer impossible that some of you might you get passed by a good guy on a Harley one day soon.

If you are one of the prejudiced "push it off a cliff" types, where would that leave you? In need of therapy?
I passed a guy on a vtr250 like he was standing still one day on senic drive imagine how he felt getting wasted by a scooter with an L plate....

[Mattyc]

put it in a big couldron and make some fucking cruiser soup out of that shit, etiher that or i would cover it with cheese and jalapenos and put the bastard on bake at 180 degrees for an hour or so

WHAT THE HELL TYPE OF THREAD IS THIS ??

[heavenly.talker]

Love cruisers...notsure about Harelys plus the guys at work would never let me live it down!

Have to sell and get a different type of cruiser lol

[ducatilover]

i would sell it and get a real bike, another v-twin of course......a ducati of course......or if its a gold plated cruiser i would sell it as a deposit on a f4 tamburini [spelling] and spend some on a duke 916 or 996.....:spudbn: i think i just filled the cup....:blink: :blip:

[Mattyc]

I like my Cruiser soup and Cruiser covered with cheese idea Best

[fische]

I just want to have any bike. If you're someone with no cash and someone gives you a bike then ..... you have a bike - finally. I wouldn't care what someone else thinks as long as I'm rifding. TTFN

[ScumKiller2]

If I won a new Harley, I'd put it in the garage with a good alarm and bolt downs. I'd have a raffle with my friends to see how long it would take, and then wait with my shotgun in the corner for the first thieving a**holes to break in and try to steal it..... Closest number of days wins.

I feel sorry for <legit> Harley owners who have to live knowing that any night some scumbag is going to break in and try to steal their bike.

Cruisers are cool. But if it's my money, I think I'm going to by a vtr1000.....
:rockon:

[tracyprier]

Well I'd sell it simply 'cause cruisers ain't by bag...which is cool
cause I'm sure there are plenty on here who would look at my RT and say it ain't their thing.

I too get the shits about anti/pro types. FFS if you're on two wheels you're doin good :)

[ducatilover]

I like my Cruiser soup and Cruiser covered with cheese idea Best
its really tempting.....we could make gn dip to go with the supermotard chips:doobey: or maybe some scooter puree' ....eh texmo?

[kro]

No need to convince me, I have loved the Roadstar warrior since I first laid eyes on one. I have a whole library of pics of custom ones on my computer. The just have such a nice line to them, bucket loads of grunt, they apparently handle alot better than youd expect, with USD's, sportsbike tyres/rimes etc.

I'd happily own a cruiser, and by the way cruiser isnt a synonym for Harley...... its a type of bike, not a make.

[Waylander]

No need to convince me, I have loved the Roadstar warrior since I first laid eyes on one. I have a whole library of pics of custom ones on my computer. The just have such a nice line to them, bucket loads of grunt, they apparently handle alot better than youd expect, with USD's, sportsbike tyres/rimes etc.


Ooh another Warrior fan. Have you checked out the Star Roadliner by the way?

[Mattyc]

its really tempting.....we could make gn dip to go with the supermotard chips:doobey: or maybe some scooter puree' ....eh texmo?

Scooter Puree !!! I LIKE IT , i thought of another recipe for the cruiser - steak it along its backbone and marinade the steaks, fry it up in the pan !~