Corvettes and Harleys
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Corvettes and Harleys
It occurs to me that Corvettes and Harleys have a lot in common.
I love my Harley and have been seriously thinking about a Corvette as my next car.
The more I read, the more I see in common: beauty, power, American made, history, culture/community, in short a lot of good old American heritage!
Love to hear what you think......some of you probably have both....lucky dogs (or just a big boys/girls with expensive toys).
I love my Harley and have been seriously thinking about a Corvette as my next car.
The more I read, the more I see in common: beauty, power, American made, history, culture/community, in short a lot of good old American heritage!
Love to hear what you think......some of you probably have both....lucky dogs (or just a big boys/girls with expensive toys).
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They are both American icons. Haven't ever owned a Harley, but maybe some day.
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(98' Sinister Blue Dyna Wide Glide) I Loved my Harley more , Strippers loved it even more then me, 
It must of been the Rumble between their Legs . 
(98' Sinister Blue Dyna Wide Glide) I Loved my Harley more , Strippers loved it even more then me, It must of been the Rumble between their Legs .
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Harleys and Corvettes
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[JimBacus]I've had several Harleys and several Vettes, one thing for sure is we all wave at each other while riding/driving.
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I did the "Harley" thing for 35 years, went cross country 5 times with a trip to Alaska in 1992. Always had an eye for those Corvettes. Sold my 2000 FLHTC and bought a used Vette. They have a lot in common........they both leak, ya gotta carry a bunch of tools with ya, always breaking down, never know if your gonna make it back home, slowest damn thing in it's class. ....KIDDING....They both have that certain "Mystique"...........You know what I'm talking about.
[JimBacus]I've had several Harleys and several Vettes, one thing for sure is we all wave at each other while riding/driving.
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I did the "Harley" thing for 35 years, went cross country 5 times with a trip to Alaska in 1992. Always had an eye for those Corvettes. Sold my 2000 FLHTC and bought a used Vette. They have a lot in common........they both leak, ya gotta carry a bunch of tools with ya, always breaking down, never know if your gonna make it back home, slowest damn thing in it's class. ....KIDDING....They both have that certain "Mystique"...........You know what I'm talking about.
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You'll find the Corvette folks are every bit as fanatical as the HD folks. Something else....when I am in the '65 cruising, and some HD folks pass or even go by in the opposite direction, nine time out of ten they will give me the hand out salute that riders share with one another when passing. Mutual respect.....kinda neat.
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Originally Posted by Stock Man
I've been saying for years that a Vette is a Harley on 4 wheels.
out that I don't get any kicks out of thrashing other peoples rides.
And I congratulate anyone who can afford the vehicle of their dreams!
But lets get things into perspective:
Both the vette and the harley are American icons, that's true, but that’s
all they have in common! The stock vette has not only a lot of
power, but is also very well equipped when it comes to handling and brakes.
And not to be forgotten, are the benefits of a modest weight.
A vette can definitely back up, its good looks.
The stock harley is the complete opposite of that. It has poor handling
and poor brakes. The engine suffers from a serious lack of power,
combined with an enormous obesity. If one didn’t know better, one
would think that they have filled the frame with lead... A harley looks
good, sounds good, but it's all show, and no go!
My point being: You’re comparing apples and oranges. The vette is a
genuine sport car, and the harley is as far away from a sport bike,
as you can possibly get.
/
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From: Drive for Five N.J.
Originally Posted by Vette owner wannabe
I'm going to have to disagree with you on that.First I would like to point
out that I don't get any kicks out of thrashing other peoples rides.
And I congratulate anyone who can afford the vehicle of their dreams!
But lets get things into perspective:
Both the vette and the harley are American icons, that's true, but that’s
all they have in common! The stock vette has not only a lot of
power, but is also very well equipped when it comes to handling and brakes.
And not to be forgotten, are the benefits of a modest weight.
A vette can definitely back up, its good looks.
The stock harley is the complete opposite of that. It has poor handling
and poor brakes. The engine suffers from a serious lack of power,
combined with an enormous obesity. If one didn’t know better, one
would think that they have filled the frame with lead... A harley looks
good, sounds good, but it's all show, and no go!
My point being: You’re comparing apples and oranges. The vette is a
genuine sport car, and the harley is as far away from a sport bike,
as you can possibly get.
/
out that I don't get any kicks out of thrashing other peoples rides.
And I congratulate anyone who can afford the vehicle of their dreams!
But lets get things into perspective:
Both the vette and the harley are American icons, that's true, but that’s
all they have in common! The stock vette has not only a lot of
power, but is also very well equipped when it comes to handling and brakes.
And not to be forgotten, are the benefits of a modest weight.
A vette can definitely back up, its good looks.
The stock harley is the complete opposite of that. It has poor handling
and poor brakes. The engine suffers from a serious lack of power,
combined with an enormous obesity. If one didn’t know better, one
would think that they have filled the frame with lead... A harley looks
good, sounds good, but it's all show, and no go!
My point being: You’re comparing apples and oranges. The vette is a
genuine sport car, and the harley is as far away from a sport bike,
as you can possibly get.
/
that's why a ride a mod yamaha R1, fast and faster.....
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From: Greer SC
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Originally Posted by Vette owner wannabe
A harley looks
good, sounds good, but it's all show, and no go!
My point being: You’re comparing apples and oranges. The vette is a
genuine sport car, and the harley is as far away from a sport bike,
as you can possibly get.
good, sounds good, but it's all show, and no go!
My point being: You’re comparing apples and oranges. The vette is a
genuine sport car, and the harley is as far away from a sport bike,
as you can possibly get.
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From: Whidbey Island WA
I went into the local Harley shop last week to buy some semi-chrome... I was looking at some new bikes and the salesman asked what kind of bike I was currently riding.... I answered: "A Corvette". He smiled and said: "Oh, the other Harley". 
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Originally Posted by Sully C5
Us Harley riders have a saying. "If I have to explain...you don't understand." I have had both crotch-rockets & this is my '86 Harley. I prefer the Harley, but I am in to cruising.
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From: phila. pa .usa
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the vettes a performance car the the harley is a slow cruiser,I speak from much experience,power& harley shouldnt be used in the same sentence,dont deprive yourselfs& ride alot of different bikes ,my 02.
the vettes a performance car the the harley is a slow cruiser,I speak from much experience,power& harley shouldnt be used in the same sentence,dont deprive yourselfs& ride alot of different bikes ,my 02.
Last edited by 88sk; Dec 20, 2004 at 09:03 PM.
