I've got a 2009 Suzuki M50 (20,00k's) and I thought....wonder what a Harley 883 Iron would be like? I WAS thinking that it would kick the M50's ass, what with the extra cc's and lighter weight..WRONG. I took a 883 harley (6000+k's) for a test ride and could not wait to get off it. Controls- very thin grips, mirrors sucked and were positioned too low over the hands, minimal engine braking, HORRIBLE riding position (very cramped, and I'm only 5 foot 9), brakes were unimpressive. Exhaust sound???? Totally unimpressive.
I picked up my M50 for around 9k used and it rides awesome, good brakes, sounds throaty, great fun on the twisties, great seating position, blah blah blah.
Harley? 12k used, I'd have to spend another $750 for the forward controls, get bigger grips, change the exhaust......
VERDICT: Suzuki M50 smokes Harley 883. And wait till I put the Vance and Hines 2-1 exhaust on it. My Suzuki might not have the resale value of an 883, but I'm happy with my choice that's for sure!
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