Observations from Jap Cruiser to Victory Vegas 8 Ball

[Flip]

Glad you enjoy the 8 ball.

I have been known to spit on the occassional jap bike from time to time.

[Wayz]

Cheers. Took a 03' WideGlide for a spin but never spent too much time on one. Obvious difference was the Dyna shakin the shit out of me at low speed but that's part of the joy of riding a Harley. As soon as I picked up speed it smoothed out and at lower speeds it was kinda cool. Felt higher and probably more "planted" on the Harley but also felt that it was it a big, heavy big block. The Harley was easier to ride from the get go....the 8 Ball was just plain strange initially with it being so long and low which made for a really cautious first few hours on it. I remember the kick stand on the Harley being a complete pain in the arse as when I stopped, I couldn't seem to find it with my foot.

I'd say the Harley felt more solid and was easier just to jump on and ride and the stock 8 Ball is a better fit ergonomically for a taller rider, feels much smoother and slicker but....well its not a Harley if you know what I mean. I know I'd be pretty stoked to own a newish wideglide or an 03 anniversary edition FXDX and be really happy with it. The right one just didn't turn up, I've ended up with the 8 Ball and I'm really diggin it.

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Awesome mate thanks for that, I currently own an 04 custom sporty 1200cc, and am putting my feelers out there for a big block, victory has crossed my mind a bit as of late but trouble is there are none at any Hamilton dealers.....thanks again mate.

[Dangsta]

Awesome mate thanks for that, I currently own an 04 custom sporty 1200cc, and am putting my feelers out there for a big block, victory has crossed my mind a bit as of late but trouble is there are none at any Hamilton dealers.....thanks again mate.

I know what you mean. I live in Wanganui and the bike was in Hastings. Dealer ended up riding to Palmy to see some mates and we did the swap outside a cafe. Unless you're lucky enough to be close to a dealer, you're gonna have to compromise. Auckland would be you're best bet I guess. Nice day trip and a few test rides.....nice

[Banditbandit]

Glad you enjoy the 8 ball.

I have been known to spit on the occassional jap bike from time to time.

Sometime back in the 1970s when I was an active 1%er I urinated on a Honda (there are many things in my past I am not proud of ... as well as quite a few that I am. This is a not proud one ...)

Now I like passing Harley's at something around 180 klicks - and when I get in front so they can hear the exhaust noise, changing up a gear ... recently one big block opened the throttle and tried to chase me ... so I changed up again as I was only in fourth when I passed him .. he backed off after that ...

[scumdog]

Sometime back in the 1970s when I was an active 1%er I urinated on a Honda (there are many things in my past I am not proud of ... as well as quite a few that I am. This is a not proud one ...)

Now I like passing Harley's at something around 180 klicks - and when I get in front so they can hear the exhaust noise, changing up a gear ... recently one big block opened the throttle and tried to chase me ... so I changed up again as I was only in fourth when I passed him .. he backed off after that ...

Probably thought "I've chased that chicken-shit loser on his fancy bike off, fucker had to change gears to get away.."

[skippa1]

Sometime back in the 1970s when I was an active 1%er I urinated on a Honda (there are many things in my past I am not proud of ... as well as quite a few that I am. This is a not proud one ...)

Now I like passing Harley's at something around 180 klicks - and when I get in front so they can hear the exhaust noise, changing up a gear ... recently one big block opened the throttle and tried to chase me ... so I changed up again as I was only in fourth when I passed him .. he backed off after that ...

You must have a small penis

[Flip]

10 char

[Banditbandit]

You must have a small penis

Bwhahahaha ... I have never had any complaints from women ... It's more that I remember the bullshit 1%er attitude I used to have ... (and still have to a certain extent) and I just like stirring up Harley Diddleson riders ...

[Grubber]

Do you believe everything you read on the internet?

Just what i was going to say.
I ride a triumph and haven't felt the need to spit on anything but my boots.

[Grubber]

Sorry mate...the guy I was with saw my post and let me know he was only joking about the spitting thing. Looks like I'm a bit on the gullible side. My apologies. D

And this is how it starts aye!!!!

[Big Dave]

Sorry mate...the guy I was with saw my post and let me know he was only joking about the spitting thing. Looks like I'm a bit on the gullible side. My apologies. D

All good. Just reporting what I have observed. I do the same with the HOGS or RATS or Boulevard or Vic riders et al.

I guess it's the experience of having ridden and partied with all of them through my gig. They are all similarly diverse groups of folks - just with different tastes in bikes.

Anyone 'hating' on a type of machine needs to get a life - because everyone operating them is different.

Digging what you have is a different story! Hope the 8 Ball serves you well.

[Big Dave]

Oh and this thing was a blast. Trask Turbo bolts on.

[Dangsta]

Oh and this thing was a blast. Trask Turbo bolts on.

Wow...its like the same but totally different. Must be a blast to ride.
Bit gutted today cos a guy from work likes my bike so much, he's going to buy the other one that's for sale on TM in Napier. I know that imitation is the greatest form of flattery but I'd have liked to be the only 8 Ball owner at work for longer than 2 weeks. Is it possible to be really happy for a guy but at the same time hope the bank tells him to fuck off?

[Dangsta]

All good. Just reporting what I have observed. I do the same with the HOGS or RATS or Boulevard or Vic riders et al.

I guess it's the experience of having ridden and partied with all of them through my gig. They are all similarly diverse groups of folks - just with different tastes in bikes.

Anyone 'hating' on a type of machine needs to get a life - because everyone operating them is different.

Digging what you have is a different story! Hope the 8 Ball serves you well.

Thanks and totally agree with you. Every biker I've hung out with regardless of what they've ridden has been really cool with an interesting war story or two to share. Now the good weathers hopefully gonna start to kick in, I'm looking forward to some big group rides and catching up with more of them. Cheers
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[Moi]

What about this for a suitable mod...