Looking to buy an Iron 883- please help
#1
Looking to buy an Iron 883- please help
Hello, I'm Phani and am looking to join the HD community. I'm 25, 5'5" and 150 lbs. I have been riding for 5 years. My first bike was a virago 250 which I outgrew in about 3 months before riding a Ducati Monster 696 for a couple years. After that I got a Honda CBR 600RR and rode that for two years. I love sportbikes and I loved my 250cc cruiser. I came a cross what I consider to be a good deal on a 2011 Iron 883 with 5k miles, screaming eagle exhaust in 9/10 condition.
I absolutely loved the look of the bike when I checked it out in person, the guy wouldn't let me test ride it without money in hand so I am stuck. I would describe myself as a safe and experienced rider who can get a little throttle happy at times. After reading for a while, I am doubtful of the bike's power. I will use it to go around the city which involves getting on the highway.
The question for you guys (since I can't ride the iron 883 myself, for now) is:
Will the bike be to "slow" for me?
Will I find myself to be constantly wanting a "bit more?"
Will the change in ride and handling from a sportbike be too drastic for a person of my history?
Also, if the bike has 5k miles, is it coming up on service? How much will that be? Is it required? Do I have to take it to HD or can I take it to someone I know? Is it a good deal?
Thanks for reading and please help me out. I would love for you guys to quell my fears and me joining this community for some time to come.
I absolutely loved the look of the bike when I checked it out in person, the guy wouldn't let me test ride it without money in hand so I am stuck. I would describe myself as a safe and experienced rider who can get a little throttle happy at times. After reading for a while, I am doubtful of the bike's power. I will use it to go around the city which involves getting on the highway.
The question for you guys (since I can't ride the iron 883 myself, for now) is:
Will the bike be to "slow" for me?
Will I find myself to be constantly wanting a "bit more?"
Will the change in ride and handling from a sportbike be too drastic for a person of my history?
Also, if the bike has 5k miles, is it coming up on service? How much will that be? Is it required? Do I have to take it to HD or can I take it to someone I know? Is it a good deal?
Thanks for reading and please help me out. I would love for you guys to quell my fears and me joining this community for some time to come.
#3
What are you looking for/expecting from the Iron? As mentioned it's way down on power and way up on weight compared to what you're ridding. You need to ride an Iron, either at a dealer or bring some cash for the used bike and try it before you buy. I'm twice your age and I like my Iron, but it's not my only bike and I understand and accept what it is and it's limitations. Irons are great bikes and a lot of fun, but make sure you know what your getting into.
#5
Hi, if you have fun with your honda (performance - handling - braking) you may be bored with the Harley unless you make several modifications to it. I rode sport bikes until i was 58 years old, the last one was a Hayabusa that i sold before losing my license. I decided that it was time for me to turn to something more relaxed and comfortable and bought a RK. You must try the Harley and take your decision then.
#6
The question for you guys (since I can't ride the iron 883 myself, for now) is:
Will the bike be to "slow" for me?
Will I find myself to be constantly wanting a "bit more?"
Will the change in ride and handling from a sportbike be too drastic for a person of my history?
Thanks for reading and please help me out. I would love for you guys to quell my fears and me joining this community for some time to come.
Will the bike be to "slow" for me?
Will I find myself to be constantly wanting a "bit more?"
Will the change in ride and handling from a sportbike be too drastic for a person of my history?
Thanks for reading and please help me out. I would love for you guys to quell my fears and me joining this community for some time to come.
1 and 2 Yes but you will wring the crap out of it.
3. The Iron has mid controls and a more forward handlebars so maybe?
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#8
I'll have the cash for it on the 1st and will have to wait until then to buy if I do. I wanted to get a response from you guys before I invested more time in something that might not be for me.
#9
Like everyone has said, really the only way to know is to test ride one. Until then, its really going to be other people guessing at what you may like.
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