I seems to me that you have joined a lot of folks and their 'sinking ship' prediction that has been rampaging the social circles, printed news market, and now the internet since about 1970.

When I bought my 'horribly overpriced' 2018 Ultra Limited I used the MSRP of my 1999 Ultra Classic and an inflation calculator to see what the 2018 dollar equivalent would be for that 1999 in 2018 new. It was $4,000 more than the 2018 Ultra Limited ($32 vs. $28). For $4k less I got a whole lot more bike. On top of that this 2018 Ultra Limited 'piece of junk' compared with the 'old days' is night and day a better machine. Yea, I didn't get CB, but I don't get bone jarring hits over tiny little bumps either.

The problem is that time, inflation, and our perceptions play a lot of tricks on us and everything appears crazy expensive. Just because China made lawnmowers are less today than what was available in 1999 does not mean that a Harley should be.

Your dire predictions you post in EVERY THREAD are boorish.

 

unless you wanna Livewire or used… The local dealership is sold out right until August… they own 4 Taj’s in BC & Alberta and They’re doing fine.

 

I obviously like the Revival, but without the fairing maybe.

 

Some history and perspective. This model has rekindled some fond memories for some.

 

I too am amazed at the negativity of some of the posts...but that is human nature. You can file them under:

Damnant quod non intellegunt

And absolutely everyone is entitled to their opinion.
But is it better to be thought an idiot - than type and remove all doubt?

And the cost of a motorcycle is irrelevant. Who cares how much Harley charges for their bikes? I can’t put a price on the joy of riding one. If you can’t afford it, that is on you.

For those that can build this Icon from the Harley parts bin - throw down! Talk is cheap. Let’s see it. Put your money where your mouth is.

Of course I’m just stirring the pot a bit...I respect all you guys and gals who jump on these bad *** machines and ride. And I love reading the posts.

This is what I did to my Heritage. I happen to love vintage and saw something different in the Classic.

 

That Heritage looks fantastic! 1) I love sharktails, had them on my Street Glide and caught a lot of flack, but everyone who saw them in real life loved them. 2) The way the chrome fits in/works with the blacked out engine is fantastic.

Very, very cool looking bike!

 

Great job on the Heritage...probably the best looking M8 Heritage I have seen. Any more pics you can share?

 

Here are pics as requested...


Putting on the Cycle Visions bagger tail kit. You cant run stock exhausts and have the harley hard bags due to clearance issues

Made a bracket that attaches to the inside of the fender support. Had to pull fender to drill it.

My wife with her 17 Deluxe! And my visually modified Heritage.

 

And #411 of 1500.
dropping it 1-2 inches per my wife.

My Iconic wife on the Icon Revival. With our suspension mods it was $39,000 out the door.

 

Very nice pics...thanks for sharing. I didn’t realize you had scored the Revival...congratulations on a beautiful bike (and wife). You look to be the first member here that has bought one. I was at my dealer last night and they have one and are only getting one. As suspected, the bike is more stunning than any website or video I have seen. It was getting a lot of attention. They were at MSRP plus freight on the price. I didn’t see any added markup (they never inflate prices). Anyway, i did notice the height would be an issue for many. At 32” inseam, I would probably lower it an inch. I am not in the market for a new one right now but if I were, it would be my choice over all other models. The only changes I would want is to lower it an inch, painted vent fairing to match and slip ons. I might also consider a detachable tourpak for those longer trips. It would have to be painted white to match of course. Anyway, I hope she brings you many safe miles and fond memories. Please keep us posted on your thoughts as you get some experience riding it.