How can Harley Davidson appeal to younger riders? + Poll.

[Big Dave]

Nab them young, make a LAMs model?

Got me beat why a 48 isn't LAMS approved. Bit heavy but otherwise I thought it would be ideal.

[Big Dave]

Ride one and let me know what you think ...........

Dave's allowed to be paid for his opinion, I'm allowed mine for free!

Tell Spank Me to send a cheque!

Only money I'll make out of reviewing this bike is on You Tube.

[Big Dave]

Turns out I had to return it today. Lucky I checked the email.
Back to being a KLR 650 rider as of an hour ago.
I still like it too, but suddenly the world seems less glamorous. :-)

[Big Dave]

Oh - And of course there are a few things different over here as well:

[scumdog]

Oh - And of course there are a few things different over here as well:

We gettem here too Dave - only made of tar they is - and slippery as a butchers whatsit when wet...

[Maha]

We gettem here too Dave - only made of tar they is - and slippery as a butchers whatsit when wet...

''slippery as a butchers whatsit''...hook? block? hatchet? steel? floor? wife? ex wife? eftpos machine? crumbed sausage? help me out here.

[Big Dave]

We gettem here too Dave - only made of tar they is - and slippery as a butchers whatsit when wet...

There are a few of the tar variety here. Not nearly as prevalent though. Roads mostly laid as hot mix rather than chip seal makes a difference.

[ducatilover]

Got me beat why a 48 isn't LAMS approved. Bit heavy but otherwise I thought it would be ideal.

I thought they were a 1200? But I really know nothing about them hurleh dervudsins.

[Big Dave]

I thought they were a 1200? But I really know nothing about them hurleh dervudsins.

Quite correct - I was meaning the Iron 883.

I still get muddled with the XXLCXXLFLHTUCVXCXXLL bit too.

[ducatilover]

Quite correct - I was meaning the Iron 883.

883 would be a good entry level cruiser, they're not potent enough to scare anybody or make you do dumb shit.

I still get muddled with the XXLCXXLFLHTUCVXCXXLL bit too.

Not a fan of that model... that's the one with the same wheels, frame tank and other bits as the other XL series, but painted matt candyfloss rape pink?

Or is that one of my bikes

[Big Dave]

Here's what I got:

THE SPORTSTER
7 Models. All begin with XL...
Features:
All XL Sportster models share the same 45 degree Evolution V-Twin engine design in either 883cc or 1200 cc displacements
5-speed transmission and belt final drive
ESPFI (Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection)
All Sportster models have two-point rubber mount frame to isolate engine vibration


THE DYNA
5 models start with FXD.. - except the Switchback which is FLD.
features:
Twin Cam engine
6-speed Cruise Drive transmission
Powertrain mounting system that uses a unique two-point rubber mount


THE SOFTAIL
7 models. Two start with FXS... - 5 with FLS...
features:
Twin Cam 103 counter balanced engine
6 speed Cruise Drive transmission
Rear shock absorbers mounted under the transmission creating a ‘hard tail’ look
ESPFI (Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection)
Horseshoe shaped oil tank


THE V-ROD®
2 models start with VRSC...
features:
Liquid-cooled, 1250cc, 60 degree V-Twin engine
Rubber-mounted engine with single counter-balancer
Dual overhead cams, four valves per cylinder
ESPFI (Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection)
5-speed transmission

THE TOURING FAMILY
4 Models - 3 start with FLH... one with FLTRX
features:
All touring models use a four-point rubber isolated Twin Cam 103 cubic inch engine
6-Speed Cruise drive transmission
Oil tank mounted under the transmission case
Electronic throttle control system


CVO
First introduced in 1999 the Custom Vehicle Operations range represents the pinnacle of Harley-Davidson craftsmanship. Each machine is hand assembled by a single technician, with hours of craft and care invested in producing the ultimate in factory customs. Each CVO motorcycle is part of a strictly limited edition utilising the latest technology and finest components.

[ducatilover]

Whhhhhhhhooooooooooooooooooooooossssssssssssssssss shhhhhhhhhhhhhhh is the noise I just heard

[Big Dave]

Whhhhhhhhooooooooooooooooooooooossssssssssssssssss shhhhhhhhhhhhhhh is the noise I just heard

It was mainly for me.


'Bonneville' has always seemed easier, but wires get crossed with Adventurer and Thunderbird now.

[ducatilover]

It was mainly for me.


'Bonneville' has always seemed easier, but wires get crossed with Adventurer and Thunderbird now.

I'm good with Trumpies, probably because I like 'em.
I'm good with most things, not Harleys though, I'm even good with Holdens/Fords and I'm not an Australian car fan... The joys of reading too many mags as a kid (no TV)

[AllanB]

I'd rather be on a Road King running over that snake than almost any other bike!