Yes, we all start out naked and ignorant: BUT what the hell would you/they do if there was no frikkin' GOOGLE or other search engines ???? Actually go talk to or ask someone ??? Just to qualify that remark, though, I wish I had had access to this kind of info in the '70s.
Carry on.....

 

Without Google I'd learn a hell of a lot more slowly, that's for sure. And I'd likely have never learned about the TSB for my old Honda to replace the needles in the CV carbs.

It's really quite incredible how easy it is to get information these days. I love it. Projects I never could have tackled before now seem easy because I can find that one guy in Florida who has the part I need and will ship it to me.

 

TO: XL 50#674
I'm a 75+ year old man with a bucket list, and a new Sportster
is at the top of that list. Also, and near the top of my list is to request information from well informed riders who "know" what their talking about. That's just about everybody that answered my question, and respectfully so, except for you. I regret your attitude and arrogance....too bad for you.,but I'm uplifted by the majority that appears to see right through you. Some day you may be stranded on the side of the road; and I'll stop; give you a hand; and "swing-lift" your smart little butt right up and onto my rear seat. Have a nice day "lucky".
To all other responders, thank you sincerely for your courtesy and patience with my inquiry.

 

Right on man! Congrats on the new whip. Take it slow, get used to the bike, and enjoy! I don't know your riding level but a riders course is always a healthy refresher and a great way to exchange info w local riders. Cheers.

 

Why do you think there are these forums. For people who know it all to teach us who know nothing. If someone dosn't want to help another here they shouldn't be here.

 

Only b'cus you're using cHarley's quote I will say don't bust his *****...I have found him to be quite helpful on here.

To your main point, this is a forum for discussion and a place to learn info and get ideas .... so rather than say folks don't belong if they do not want to be helpful I would instead say to those who offer no constructive support to the thread to simply hit their BACK button on the browser and find another thread they can be supportive of.

It's fine to have a different opinion and even to discuss your points, but there is no need to be ignorant in the process as the poster in this thread was earlier.

 

 

I am one who has learned a lot from forums. I remember when Sportster.org was the only game in town for Sporty info. Before that you had to ask either someone you knew or go to a garage. I still learn everyday. I've also enjoyed trying to help others. AA sort of pay-it-forward thing from all that I've learned through the years.

That said, I've always tried to do my own searching for the information I need Forst before asking. This way I can narrow down the questions I have or have outright found the asnwer I needed.

I am more willing to help someone I knew has tried to do their own research first. That means, to me, they don't mind doing a little work on their own. Too many today feel they are entitled and don't think they have to work for anything anymore. How many times have we seen someone post a question that if they had even scrolled down the page would have had an entire thread full of info to read. I've actually seen some people say they're TOO busy to read through a thread. Like all of us members aren't busy and are here just to serve their instant needs!

The OP had a question that I don't normally see. That's a plus. I do think that the OP could have found a basic answer to his initial question and maybe could have asked follOw up questions. Never no mind, the OP got his answer. I guess in a world of instant gratification, that's all that matters anymore?

 

What you say may be true. But, he doesn’t have to be rude. If anything he shouldn’t have said anything. He had no positive input for the guy. So why try to humiliate him for asking a question. I’m sure he needed help along the way sometime in his life. I sure some one helped him and did not put him down for trying to learn something. I know we have all been there. I myself didn’t know what a swing arm was and I’ve had 9 different bikes in 43 years. So the guy who answered the question helped me out and probably countless other riders.

 

You and I, my friend, are on the same page. We are in agreeance.