TOAK, The Thread of All Knowledge part XIV.
02-09-2023, 05:02 PM
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Don’t forget the salt laden air. This is the same reason we do compressor washes on airplanes that fly over salt water at altitudes less than 15K, have to get the corrosion inducing salt out of the engine.
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02-09-2023, 05:03 PM
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Have you peeked at them lately? (Snickering like a grade school boy).
02-09-2023, 05:04 PM
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Only when stalking her social media….
02-09-2023, 05:10 PM
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That's allowed Russ, on any day when you can't find gratitude.
02-09-2023, 05:15 PM
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Actually, I consider it validation, Stan, of divorce money well spent.
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02-09-2023, 05:27 PM
Jeff, I've ridden one and would own one as a 2nd or 3rd bike only, but you have to try one on for size.
Cons:
A big one for me. Low seat height in this case put even normal knees in your chin. There is nowhere else to put your feet unless you buy the frame that holds your outstretched leg above the cylinders in a silly configuration. I find the riding position cramped. Could be hot feet/calves in the summer right behind those big jugs.
More vibration than I prefer coming off the big twin, even though it's opposed. On throttle blips, significant side thrust from the heavy crank (obviously mounted parallel to the frame).
Likely expensive maintenance and parts (ask me how I know).
Pros
A truly unique bike from an Iconic brand.
Would be a great around town cruiser.
Great torque for a big twin and a unique sound.
Fit and finish was very good.
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Again, you have to try one for yourself.
Cons:
A big one for me. Low seat height in this case put even normal knees in your chin. There is nowhere else to put your feet unless you buy the frame that holds your outstretched leg above the cylinders in a silly configuration. I find the riding position cramped. Could be hot feet/calves in the summer right behind those big jugs.
More vibration than I prefer coming off the big twin, even though it's opposed. On throttle blips, significant side thrust from the heavy crank (obviously mounted parallel to the frame).
Likely expensive maintenance and parts (ask me how I know).
Pros
A truly unique bike from an Iconic brand.
Would be a great around town cruiser.
Great torque for a big twin and a unique sound.
Fit and finish was very good.
.
Again, you have to try one for yourself.
02-09-2023, 05:30 PM
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Of course, money well spent and glad to have spent it!
02-09-2023, 05:34 PM
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Good info Stan. I have to give a lot of consideration to leg room. The RK is small for me but I still love it. When I let my feet fall where comfortable they hang about halfway over the floorboards. The Chief fits me perfectly. The Springer is a little cramped as well. I think Harleys are designed for someone about 5' 8" as optimum. My wife is 5' 7" and when I observe her riding next to me on her Softail it looks the perfect size for her. The heat off the cylinder must be considered too. I am just intrigued by the model. I think ultimately I will end up with a Springfield or Maybe a used Triumph Thunderbird LT.
02-09-2023, 05:39 PM
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