Why are Harleys cool?

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#271 Unread post by Markg1 »

Kingshead wrote:Your right, I was giving you the benefit of the doubt, you did say any, which impies all, just thought giving you an out was warranted but if you don't want it be my guest. You do know when saying all, ever, or any, it automatically makes it a false statement.

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#272 Unread post by Kingshead »

No, in the context used, any means all. If one was picked at random and no matter what, the answer would be the same, this means all.

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#273 Unread post by Gummiente »

Ok, you two, let's take the English language debate to PM's.
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#274 Unread post by JC Viper »

Ahh, the Brits already did a nice study on the use of ABS in a magazine, either Visor Down or BIKE. All I can remember is the chart showing that ABS had the lowest braking distance compared to both brakes, front only and rear only. Though many of them would turn it off when taking their bikes off road should a bike have that option.

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#275 Unread post by Grey Thumper »

The whole "electronic assistance" (ABS, traction control, etc) issue is pretty interesting on its own. Interesting enough to start a separate thread on it?
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Grey Thumper wrote:The whole "electronic assistance" (ABS, traction control, etc) issue is pretty interesting on its own. Interesting enough to start a separate thread on it?
Done. A new thread has been started in Motorcycle Talk.
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High_Side wrote:
Grey Thumper wrote:The whole "electronic assistance" (ABS, traction control, etc) issue is pretty interesting on its own. Interesting enough to start a separate thread on it?
Done. A new thread has been started in Motorcycle Talk.
Great idea. I posted there about it just now too. :D

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#278 Unread post by momule »

I have a problem with your initial premise, that they are cool. Harleys were a lot cooler when they were made by the same company that makes bowling balls.
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#279 Unread post by dr_bar »

Wow, resurected this puppy to start another flame war???

I'll agree with some of the early posters on this thread, Harley's have two wheels, ergo they are cool. I admire the bikes and the brand, and you can't fault Harley on their marketing, probably the best in the business. Would I buy one, no, I have never had the desire to own one, but that doesn't mean I don't respect or like them...
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#280 Unread post by BRUMBEAR »

there aint nothin like it
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