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dean · #11 Unread post by **dean** » Sat Mar 26, 2005 11:54 am

A bunch of people at my firm ride harleys. Seems like a TON of bike. At least aesthetically speaking, I lean more toward Triumph Bonnies or Ducati Monsters, but I have yet to sit on one. I've got people telling me I'm going to need a rather large bike due to my height.

#12 Unread post by **houk** » Sat Mar 26, 2005 1:57 pm

Seems like a TON of bike. At least aesthetically speaking,

Yea, I dont care much for the "geezer glides" either. My bike is about the same size as a Triumph Bonnie.

Sat Mar 26, 2005 2:38 pm

With the H-D plant about 10 miles from my house (they build Sportsters and V-Rods) there are a LOT or Harleys here in KC.

I don't mind competition and brand/model loyalty, and friendly ribs, but I think a few of the comments in the "don't wave" thread were a tad over the edge.

My younger brother has always owned BMW, Ducati, Suzuki, and Honda bikes. He used to make nasty Harley comments, but shut them down when I told him a 2006 Sportster is in my plans next year.

Overall, I do like the friendliness of TMW forums. I would like to find some XL specific places to visit, though.....

barmy_carmy · Sun Mar 27, 2005 3:30 am

Just saying Hi Dean,allbeit belated. Been busy having fun on our FZX 750.Real grin power!

XJRJohn · #15 Unread post by **XJRJohn** » Sun Mar 27, 2005 4:13 am

welcome to the site dean.dont think theres a anti harley slant to the site.personally its just another bike.cant say i love but dont particually hate them either,same feeling towards sports bikes.prefer big naked muscle bikes myself.each to his own ay?.xjrjohn

dean · #16 Unread post by **dean** » Sun Mar 27, 2005 5:53 am

Color me amped about the MSF course. This has been on the back burner for quite some time. Just got some over-the-ankle boots yesterday that I'm breaking in for the course, some Bates Enforcer CTS 2400's with Gore Tex.

Toyuzu · #17 Unread post by **Toyuzu** » Sun Mar 27, 2005 5:14 pm

Sweet!

I don't know anything about Bates, but for us cheapskate riders, Most sturdy hiking boots are sufficient for protection while riding. There is a Hi-Tec factory outlet store a stone's throw from my house, and I bought a pair of full leather, insulated waterproof Magnums about 10-12 inches high for $37.00.

dean · #18 Unread post by **dean** » Sun Mar 27, 2005 5:54 pm

Wow. Sounds like a good deal. I ended up parting with about $130.

If they do the job, though, I'll consider it money well spent.

Toyuzu · #19 Unread post by **Toyuzu** » Sun Mar 27, 2005 6:19 pm

Well in all honesty, you really can't put a price on good protection, but if it weren't for cheap alternatives I wouldn't be protected.

My current protection? Helmet - KBC bought used from the same guy I got my bike from - $50.00.

Jacket - Leather insulated black "traditional biker style" that I got on sale for $75.00.

Gloves - black armored first gear gloves free from bike seller.

Shoes - $37.00 Hi-tec Magnums.

Pants - Only jeans so far.

I do wear long-johns underneath, as it is still cold in these parts. They probably won't help much in the area of protection though. I hope to get some good overpants soon.