Can’t speak for everyone.. but I think we all get bored because there are not enough mechanical threads.

 

My opinion does not matter, but I totally agree with the OP.

Every model of Harley-Davidson had its limitations and drawbacks. But they also had their utility.
It has been that way since 1903.

I absolutely admire the knucklehead, but it has limitations and flaws. But in its day, it was the best. Those who lust after a knucklehead, ride them, and restore them, do not ultimately get rid of them because they cannot cruise at 120 mph.

The panhead was/is an iconic series of models. In its day, it ruled the motorcycle world. But it has its limitations and flaws. Those who lust after a panhead, ride them, and restore them, do not ultimately get rid of them because they cannot cruise at 143 mph.

Same with the shovels. evos, twinkies, M8.

Most usually, if a person asks questions about improving the performance and power of his bike, he does not have unreasonable expectations of what can be achieved with his Harley-Davidson. He accepts those limitations because of a love for Harley-Davidson motorcycles.

And for some fellow to suggest that he get another brand of bike is not helpful but is a "put down" of Harley-Davidson.

If a person starts a thread asking what brand of motorcycle should he get because he wants to go 150 mph then the suggestion of other brands would be entirely appropriate.

 

150? (yawn) boring.....

Now, 250 - now yer' talkin'




..Sorry, what were we talking about? I had a Biden moment...

 

Yea sorry about that thread; I should have put it in off-topic.

 

When I lived in Albany GA (1995-1999), I rode with the local GWRRA chapter on my 1989 ElectraGlide. My Harley never broke down on any runs. I learned to carry some metric tools as I was often asked for them. Their GoldWings "never needed tools" on the road, until they did. But I had the tools, tape, wire, fuses and stuff to fix most issues on the road. And yes, it was hard to help some folks who constantly bashed Harley's and their riders, and meant it. But I had the satisfaction of being the guy they had to turn to or get a trailer for their bike.

I use my tool kits to do routine work on my bikes. This was I know I have the correct tools should I need them. Rarely do I need any tools for repairs on my bike on the road. But I help other frequently!

My neighbor had a group at his house who all rode GoldWings. They were changing the fluids to include brake and clutch. I showed them my MityVac unit and went from 45-60 minutes per bike to 30 minutes. Guess who bought who dinner!

 

This place is like going to a hole in the wall bar. Everyone is there for a common reason, but the conversations can be all over the place. You got the loud mouth know it all's, the quiet observers, and the handful that actually know something, but only speak when spoken to. There's a scuffle from time to time, someone gets thrown out, but later let back in. The bouncers are just there for a payday and only enforce the rules when their really forced to. The owners are absent and don't care what happens as long as the cash flow keeps coming. I dunno, maybe I'm off base...

 

The forums I have modded on were volunteer gigs, and I am guessing the same here.

 

LOL....I wouldn't sweat it.
Someone would pi55 'n moan about something regardless.

this place is chock full of crabby ***** that beeoch about something erruther

..L.T.A.

 

I just want the urinals to be clean. And dad gum it don’t try and sell me a bunch of sours. We want dark beers, and that doesn’t mean Modelo. Porters and stouts only!

 

Definitely. Even the free beer in the moderator's lounge was of low quality. Why do you think I quit?