First off, like most of us on this web site, I love to ride whether it be on a Harley or another medium sized cruiser. I am however very fortunate in that I have been able to purchase the real deal, (made in payments every month) Harley-Davidson, and see what the difference is from riding other...
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First off, like most of us on this web site, I love to ride whether it be on a Harley or another medium sized cruiser. I am however very fortunate in that I have been able to purchase the real deal, (made in payments every month) Harley-Davidson, and see what the difference is from riding other bikes with similar styling. I have upgraded the seat to a Sundowner H-D seat and it has made a huge difference in riding comfort for me and my wife. It has a much wider surface area and doesn't concentrate all the bumps directly up my spine to my jawbone. No windshield, no stage 1 or SE exhaust mods done yet and it has run flawlessly since purchased last year.
I did heed the advice of one reviewer who mentioned ways to beat the so called "Harley Tax", and have changed my own oil and air filter so far. I would hope that most people who own motorcycles for any period of time are somewhat mechanically inclined. For anyone thinking of purchasing one of these Sportsters or other Harley, I have to tell you get what you pay for and that is a high quality bike made of parts that are durable and user friendly. Example, take an air cleaner off of any metric bike and change the filter, it will most like be very light weight and be chrome plated plastic. Now visit a friend or Harley shop and try the same. The difference in parts is incredible, great fit and finish with all real steel parts, I washed and dried my air cleaner cover and swore it was no different feeling than our "good" pots and pans. Silly? Maybe, but for my money I want the real deal. Check out the battery cover, steel there too.
Final words, it's expensive to own any make of bike. Secondly, it's cool to own a Harley. Third, after purchase you will be hounded to join HOG, make your bike louder and to dress the part of a biker. Fourth and final, group rides are fun, but venturing out on your own is more peaceful and adventurous feeling. Signed, a very satisfied Harley Owner.
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