2003 Harley-Davidson reviews

I bought my 883 Hugger last year with only 233 miles on her. I love this bike, we have been on 400 mile trips in a single day and I am usually the one that wants to go put some more on. The bike corners great and is low enough to the ground that it doesn't feel top heavy. I love my sporty and won't trade it for the world. Show less

I got my first bike ever in December and I fell for the Road King Classic 04'with 2132 miles. I did my homework and the local Harley dealer told me for the price you are getting a steal especially with all the chrome extras on the bike. I have put about 200 miles on the bike for I am not a big rider being my first bike but being 42 yrs old and always wanting a Harley I said why not and I don't regret one second of it. The ride though is pretty rough but I think changing the seat will do me good. I do have to admit though that these bikes if you don't be careful you can start spend money all day long getting things added so I must be careful.[smile] Show less

I bought this bike last summer privately and couldn't get over the power, ride and looks everyone gave it. The bike is a winning combination of everything right that Harley does. I have heard some complaints about the seat, but for a stock seat it wasn't too bad. I added a Big Sucker intake system, Arlen Ness slash pipes, pull back bars, new headlamp and GMA pulley-brake combo so that you can see the rear wheel. Overall it is a GREAT bike that demands attention. Show less

Wow I love this bike. My favorite Harley by far. My last Harley was a 2007 Fatboy. I like this a lot more than the Fatboy. This thing is so smooth down the highway. Why did they quit making this bike ? It is such a classic. Show less

I was lucky enough to find this bike with only 186 miles on it. Since then I have put an additional 300 miles on it. I love this bike. I like riding it almost as much as riding my Dyna. Get one if you can. Show less

2 nd. Twin cam, Put 87,500 mi. on a 99 FLHT. Have put 38,000 on this 03 FLHTI. Added Vance & Hines Long Shots. Awesome, everyone admires sound. This winter will install Stage 1 and P. Com. Can not say anything bad about these scooters. Have 2nd. set of Donlop E-3 skins. The front lasted 22,000 miles and the rear lasted 14,500. Try them, you will like them. Show less

I have rode bikes for the past 15 years and this bike is my first Harley. It is by far, the most smooth and satisfying ride that I have owned. The styling and handling of the bike is excellent. Show less

I recently had service done to my bike about 120 miles ago (actual service on 4-28-05, haven't had a chance to ride this summer). My last ride was a few weeks ago and I noticed a metallic sound like a washer vibrating loose. I was just checking on my fluids and noticed there is no fluid in the tranny. Just to recap, I had a full synth fluid change 120 miles ago and the tranny is bone dry. This isn't a review of the bike which I still love to death, but just a heads up to folks who have a warranty and get your fluids changed by a dealer, check your levels before leaving the dealer. I'm going there tonight to 'suggest' that they come pick up the bike, check the trans for any possible damage (I can't wait to hear, "it was only 120 miles, you will be fine". If I will be fine, then they wouldn't have a place to store fluid for the device then, know what I mean? I don't have a great relationship with my dealer, so I'm hoping for cooperation there. Happy riding. Show less

This is a great, classic bike for around town. I ride 6+ hours often so the XLH 883 turned out to be way too small and underpowered for me. It's an awesome looking bike but I'd recommend it for folks under 6' and looking for something to cruise around town in. Since then moved on to an FXD! Show less

62 Years old. Been riding since 1964. Several Harley's, Hondas, and one Yammer-hammer. Though I would try a somewhat newer scooter. First day ownership, 155 miles. Second day 175 miles, Sunday (third)135 miles. As a solo rider I have to say it is everything I thought it would be. Now The However, Two-up, slow speed and stops are very unsteady, TOP heavy beast..... On the highway, HOWEVER you forget all about it. The ride is very smooth, comfort is great, wife loves it. Better gas MPG than my old Gold Wing. Weather alert is great. Not a CB fan, however, I am going to install a VHF ham radio. Godspeed KE4EX Gary Show less