Newby - First Harley!
#51
05-24-2013 | 02:39 PM
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Congrats on your good health!
I rode dirt bikes growing up and always wanted a Harley.took the class 20 years later and my first bike was a 1600 Vulcan classic.talk about a heavy bike!don't worry about the weight,just take your time getting used to it.I think the fat boy lo is a great bike to start and believe you won't be sorry.love my deluxe,one day hope to add a DB to the garage.have fun and build your confidence and the skills will follow.
I rode dirt bikes growing up and always wanted a Harley.took the class 20 years later and my first bike was a 1600 Vulcan classic.talk about a heavy bike!don't worry about the weight,just take your time getting used to it.I think the fat boy lo is a great bike to start and believe you won't be sorry.love my deluxe,one day hope to add a DB to the garage.have fun and build your confidence and the skills will follow.
#52
05-24-2013 | 02:50 PM
Cruiser
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 168
Likes: 5
From: Pittsburgh, PA
Congrats on your good health!
I rode dirt bikes growing up and always wanted a Harley.took the class 20 years later and my first bike was a 1600 Vulcan classic.talk about a heavy bike!don't worry about the weight,just take your time getting used to it.I think the fat boy lo is a great bike to start and believe you won't be sorry.love my deluxe,one day hope to add a DB to the garage.have fun and build your confidence and the skills will follow.
I rode dirt bikes growing up and always wanted a Harley.took the class 20 years later and my first bike was a 1600 Vulcan classic.talk about a heavy bike!don't worry about the weight,just take your time getting used to it.I think the fat boy lo is a great bike to start and believe you won't be sorry.love my deluxe,one day hope to add a DB to the garage.have fun and build your confidence and the skills will follow.
I grew up racing motocross from 8-16 and then after I got my drivers license, never wanted a street bike.
I've had the Harley bug on and off for the last 3 years and sat on every bike at the dealer but couldn't test ride because I never got my motorcycle license.
Took the course and 2 days later had a new FB Lo delivered.
One of the best things I've ever done. I'm a workaholic and it's my getaway from it all.
Put about 150 back road miles on until I tried the highway.
I'm at about 2,500 now and I couldn't have picked a better bike to start on.
All the bikes feel so different and this one really did fit me perfect!
Ride safe young lady.
#55
05-25-2013 | 10:50 PM
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Joined: May 2013
Posts: 28
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From: Edmond, Oklahoma
You are truly outstanding - so here is the update: Fat Boy Lo is all paid for, will be accepting delivery in two weeks. I've had really hard time focusing at work or anything like that - BEYOND excited about this bike....
I can tell you that my confidence level is significant after all of your help. However, I have 120% respect for the bike and the power. I think I have some sort of a plan for slow maneuvering exercises once it gets here. I have been watching some of those on the internet - and can think of a few to execute once it gets here.
I should be able to post pictures from the dealership on Tuesday - will go inspect the V&H pipes, etc.... otherwise - once it gets here will take some nice photos and post those for you all.
Once again - you guys are totally awesome! Thanks for lifting my spirits and congratulating me on the cancer as well. Glad to be your fellow Rider!
Cheers ya'll....
JJ
I can tell you that my confidence level is significant after all of your help. However, I have 120% respect for the bike and the power. I think I have some sort of a plan for slow maneuvering exercises once it gets here. I have been watching some of those on the internet - and can think of a few to execute once it gets here.
I should be able to post pictures from the dealership on Tuesday - will go inspect the V&H pipes, etc.... otherwise - once it gets here will take some nice photos and post those for you all.
Once again - you guys are totally awesome! Thanks for lifting my spirits and congratulating me on the cancer as well. Glad to be your fellow Rider!
Cheers ya'll....
JJ
#56
05-25-2013 | 11:05 PM
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 4,915
Likes: 578
From: Running with the gators
Hello Everyone,
I have never been on a bike before, I am a bicycle rider, I was diagnosed with Testicular Cancer last year at 36 and I vouched if I felt better I would accomplish one of my life dreams of learning how to Ride and buying my first Harley.
Well - I am in perfect condition, just took the MSF class and in the process of buying my first Harley! I wanted to run by this group a few things:
First started looking for a few 2010 through 2012... Even when I knew nothing about Harley, fell in-love with the Fat Boy Lo for some reason. Now that I learned the basics of riding I like it even more.
As we stand - I feel that I managed to make a steel deal on a 2013 Fat Boy Lo... And wanted some validation that I am on the right track.
1) Is it a bad idea for me to start on a Fat Boy Lo?
2) I worked a complete deal delivered door to door for $18000 for the following options:
- 2013 Fat Boy Lo, Brand New in Denim Black
- Security Option: ABS + Security
- Vance & Hines Pipes, Flat Black Big 2 in 2 Radius "Love Those Pipes"
- Engine Guard
Can you guys please look at these and let me know what you think?
Also - seem to be intimidated by a couple of things, just getting on the road and all the trash talking from some of my friends that are intellectual VP professionals that are Suzuki Riders... trying to understand the politics behind it all...
I am a BMW enthusiast in cars owned M5, M3, etc... so is it similar to that world where the haters that can't afford it "don't want to pay for the good product" ...
Thanks and look forward to being your fellow rider.
Keep two on the road!
Regards,
JJ
I have never been on a bike before, I am a bicycle rider, I was diagnosed with Testicular Cancer last year at 36 and I vouched if I felt better I would accomplish one of my life dreams of learning how to Ride and buying my first Harley.
Well - I am in perfect condition, just took the MSF class and in the process of buying my first Harley! I wanted to run by this group a few things:
First started looking for a few 2010 through 2012... Even when I knew nothing about Harley, fell in-love with the Fat Boy Lo for some reason. Now that I learned the basics of riding I like it even more.
As we stand - I feel that I managed to make a steel deal on a 2013 Fat Boy Lo... And wanted some validation that I am on the right track.
1) Is it a bad idea for me to start on a Fat Boy Lo?
2) I worked a complete deal delivered door to door for $18000 for the following options:
- 2013 Fat Boy Lo, Brand New in Denim Black
- Security Option: ABS + Security
- Vance & Hines Pipes, Flat Black Big 2 in 2 Radius "Love Those Pipes"
- Engine Guard
Can you guys please look at these and let me know what you think?
Also - seem to be intimidated by a couple of things, just getting on the road and all the trash talking from some of my friends that are intellectual VP professionals that are Suzuki Riders... trying to understand the politics behind it all...
I am a BMW enthusiast in cars owned M5, M3, etc... so is it similar to that world where the haters that can't afford it "don't want to pay for the good product" ...
Thanks and look forward to being your fellow rider.
Keep two on the road!
Regards,
JJ
One thing I can tell you is park your bike next to their Suzuki at a bar or Starbucks and sit back and watch what bike gets the attention. I have done just that and my friend get's pissed off and starts bashing Harley's. I then tell him I could push mine here and you could ride yours and my Harley would still get more attention.
#57
05-25-2013 | 11:17 PM
Road Warrior
Joined: Dec 2012
Posts: 1,590
Likes: 2
From: North Carolina
Hello Everyone,
I have never been on a bike before, I am a bicycle rider, I was diagnosed with Testicular Cancer last year at 36 and I vouched if I felt better I would accomplish one of my life dreams of learning how to Ride and buying my first Harley.
Well - I am in perfect condition, just took the MSF class and in the process of buying my first Harley! I wanted to run by this group a few things:
First started looking for a few 2010 through 2012... Even when I knew nothing about Harley, fell in-love with the Fat Boy Lo for some reason. Now that I learned the basics of riding I like it even more.
As we stand - I feel that I managed to make a steel deal on a 2013 Fat Boy Lo... And wanted some validation that I am on the right track.
1) Is it a bad idea for me to start on a Fat Boy Lo?
2) I worked a complete deal delivered door to door for $18000 for the following options:
- 2013 Fat Boy Lo, Brand New in Denim Black
- Security Option: ABS + Security
- Vance & Hines Pipes, Flat Black Big 2 in 2 Radius "Love Those Pipes"
- Engine Guard
Can you guys please look at these and let me know what you think?
Also - seem to be intimidated by a couple of things, just getting on the road and all the trash talking from some of my friends that are intellectual VP professionals that are Suzuki Riders... trying to understand the politics behind it all...
I am a BMW enthusiast in cars owned M5, M3, etc... so is it similar to that world where the haters that can't afford it "don't want to pay for the good product" ...
Thanks and look forward to being your fellow rider.
Keep two on the road!
Regards,
JJ
I have never been on a bike before, I am a bicycle rider, I was diagnosed with Testicular Cancer last year at 36 and I vouched if I felt better I would accomplish one of my life dreams of learning how to Ride and buying my first Harley.
Well - I am in perfect condition, just took the MSF class and in the process of buying my first Harley! I wanted to run by this group a few things:
First started looking for a few 2010 through 2012... Even when I knew nothing about Harley, fell in-love with the Fat Boy Lo for some reason. Now that I learned the basics of riding I like it even more.
As we stand - I feel that I managed to make a steel deal on a 2013 Fat Boy Lo... And wanted some validation that I am on the right track.
1) Is it a bad idea for me to start on a Fat Boy Lo?
2) I worked a complete deal delivered door to door for $18000 for the following options:
- 2013 Fat Boy Lo, Brand New in Denim Black
- Security Option: ABS + Security
- Vance & Hines Pipes, Flat Black Big 2 in 2 Radius "Love Those Pipes"
- Engine Guard
Can you guys please look at these and let me know what you think?
Also - seem to be intimidated by a couple of things, just getting on the road and all the trash talking from some of my friends that are intellectual VP professionals that are Suzuki Riders... trying to understand the politics behind it all...
I am a BMW enthusiast in cars owned M5, M3, etc... so is it similar to that world where the haters that can't afford it "don't want to pay for the good product" ...
Thanks and look forward to being your fellow rider.
Keep two on the road!
Regards,
JJ
#58
05-25-2013 | 11:55 PM
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2012
Posts: 1,956
Likes: 74
From: CA
#60
05-29-2013 | 08:21 AM
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Joined: May 2012
Posts: 460
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From: New York