saplumr

You're the one that was questioning me. I'm having a nice day so we can friendly part ways.

TerryL

Brand bashing always ends this way. That's why it's usually forbidden on most forums. Apparently not here.

saplumr

I just think bikers are as passionate about what they ride as most are about what they drive. It's all good!

Torchsport

One thing we agree on...If I ever bought a Harley, it would only be a V-Rod.

I just can't afford one...

g35206c6a6

Everything was going fine until Ferocious chimed in. Owned 27 bikes thru the years, never had a Harley but still think thier beautiful in thier own way. Might get one when I retire and move out of Calif.

PABO

Ladies/gents this post was meant for opinions on riding Vs driving not to bash brands of bikes.I does not matter what you ride as long as you RIDE.......

C7Joy

My significant "other" vehicle is a 2012 Road King. I sometimes have to toss the coin. Both get plenty of use. In the colder weather the Vette will win. But with the later winter weather as it has been, neither have seen any action.

JohnAE455

I've been riding since 1964 and would still rather ride then be in a cage, when there isn't any ice. Lately though there has been a huge increase in deer (counted 30 in one herd) and it has become almost like playing dodge deer, so much so that I put a deer guard on my truck. Will not ride after it starts getting dark and would even hate to drive the vette at those times. Much rather deal with the left turn idiots then a deer.

Captain Buddha

Love to ride! I get a bike every few years depending on what my mood is at the time. Current ride is a 2012 Ducati Monster 1100 EVO, it's a wheelie good time!

Gotta tell ya though, my new Z06 gets more use than the Duc. Regarding HD - they are the KING of marketing / branding...just as this thread shows...hey, I don't care what ya ride...just ride! I rent a Harley every few years to go riding with a buddy/client of mine and his group up in Chicago...I always have a good time!

purvistechie

Takes all kinds doesn't it?

C6York

I traded my 2010 Camaro for my C6 2012...love the car...and the roof that comes off...but when I want fresh air...my bike and I bond...

Bikes are not the problem..its people on them who have limited abilities who cause problems...not the brand...Harleys are not something to prove you can corner with..a Ducati or a *** crotch rocket can...but on long runs a harley or another type of touring bike is easier on my back.

dklowrider

You're right-on there. I would have a whole lot to say, but some already know, and the rest don't care what you say anyway. It's a dead end.
At least when you ask what the best tires are no one gets mad.
Usually.

dklowrider

Captain Buddha

Not sure if y'all remember this thread...motorcycle MEETS vette...(edited to add that this was not my vette/bike, etc...just posted the below to give my experience of the Dragon).

Wife and I ran the Dragon August of last year...it was a BLAST...but S L O W...made the "mistake" of running it on a Saturday, barely able to run the speed limit, which in some sections would've been HAULING BUTT! We plan to go back this summer and run it during the week, along with all the other great roads out there (there are a LOT of them!). Would like to run my Duc on it sometime too...

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-g...he-dragon.html

Kadorja

It shouldn't matter what you ride if you're on two wheels you're a biker to me. I could care less if some dude was having fun on a bobbed out 250 or a Goldwing with a cup holder as long as they are respectful of others.

I personally loved my little Suzuki Intruder, the roommates GSXR and my Crossbones but I like to go fast and have some protection from the elements so I take the car. I respect everyone on the road no matter what vehicle they are in because it only takes one idiot driver to kill you regardless of the number of wheels they are on top of.

Throw another brand name in on any forum and people fight like kids.

Ferocious C6

Of course, because that's how marketing goes. If the Japanese want to target the HD market, how would they do it by making motorcycles that don't look the same?
I am talking about the engine, the transmission, the drivetrain in general, the suspension, everything. The Japanese are superior to the Harley's in almost every way. In fact, Harley even started copying things that the Japanese do, just because they were losing out on it.
HD rides upon its American heritage and name, but that will only get it do far. With the older generations, who actually care about things like that, slowly aging or passing away, that desire will fade away. And then HD will actually need to work harder.

rob62

Lots of people don't like Harleys on this forum and choose other rides without shooting there mouths off like yourself. It can only mean one thing. You WANT a Harley but for some reason it has eluded you.After23 yrs. of riding I don't know what it's like to be stuck on the side of the road. B.T.W. your "let down" is coming, that is, when you decide to sell it.

SquareHead

Why do Harley riders never go faster than 45 mph? Any faster and they can't see where the parts fell off!



And I should know, I have owned three Harley!

boraxman

I ride a Vespa GTS250 I almost always ride m-thurs to work. California Rideshare gives me $3 a day for alternate form of transpo plus 70mpg and the fun factor is hard to beat

rob62

Another one.---It's the sad truth?