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« Reply #20 on: May 15, 2012, 05:50:08 AM »
Quote from: three west on May 15, 2012, 05:13:37 AM



actual starting.  
I know its a funny thing to mention, but I was actually struck by the fact that it barely turned over once upon starting.  Warm or cold I just barely hit that starter button and it was running.


Gotcha.  All my fuel infected bikes have been that way as well.  
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« Reply #21 on: May 15, 2012, 09:10:27 AM »
Quote from: Cablebandit on May 15, 2012, 05:50:08 AM



Gotcha.  All my fuel infected bikes have been that way as well.  


All of my carburated bikes have been that way. Of course, I'm well versed in the black arts (carb tuning).  Bigsmile There's just something immesely satisfying about a perfectly running carb'd bike.
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« Reply #22 on: May 15, 2012, 10:46:19 AM »
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Either the Road King or the Glide will be lighter than the FJR, so it's a wash there.
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« Reply #23 on: May 15, 2012, 11:52:45 AM »
Thanks everyone for the awesome feedback. I am actually something radical...not renting a bike at all! I have decided it is more important to spend a solid week with my father, whom I have not seen in 20 years, and instead just hang out with him and his bride. The riding was just going to eat into that. He is into classic cars and seemed excited and said we could take one of his cars and go to Reno for a few days, just a "guy trip".

With that said, I will definitely store the information away for future use!
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« Reply #24 on: May 15, 2012, 11:54:38 AM »
Quote from: TwoWhldTerror on May 15, 2012, 11:52:45 AM

Thanks everyone for the awesome feedback. I am actually something radical...not renting a bike at all! I have decided it is more important to spend a solid week with my father, whom I have not seen in 20 years, and instead just hang out with him and his bride. The riding was just going to eat into that. He is into classic cars and seemed excited and said we could take one of his cars and go to Reno for a few days, just a "guy trip".

With that said, I will definitely store the information away for future use!


Now that sounds like a fantastic way to spend the time.  Thumbsup
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« Reply #25 on: May 15, 2012, 12:07:49 PM »
Quote from: TwoWhldTerror on May 15, 2012, 11:52:45 AM

Thanks everyone for the awesome feedback. I am actually something radical...not renting a bike at all! I have decided it is more important to spend a solid week with my father, whom I have not seen in 20 years, and instead just hang out with him and his bride. The riding was just going to eat into that. He is into classic cars and seemed excited and said we could take one of his cars and go to Reno for a few days, just a "guy trip".

With that said, I will definitely store the information away for future use!


So you took my advice Bigsmile :P
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« Reply #26 on: May 15, 2012, 12:27:41 PM »
Enjoy your time with your Father --

As for renting a bike, I woulda suggested a Sporty, given the kind of roads you could access there . . . . . . .
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« Reply #27 on: May 15, 2012, 12:53:19 PM »
Quote from: bomber on May 15, 2012, 12:27:41 PM

Enjoy your time with your Father --

As for renting a bike, I woulda suggested a Sporty, given the kind of roads you could access there . . . . . . .


The OP is a dood.  Why would be rent a chick bike?
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« Reply #28 on: May 15, 2012, 12:57:02 PM »
Quote from: atadaskew on May 15, 2012, 12:53:19 PM



The OP is a dood.  Why would be rent a chick bike?


The 48 is for guys.
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« Reply #29 on: May 15, 2012, 12:57:45 PM »
Quote from: Carbonero on May 15, 2012, 12:57:02 PM



The 48 is for guys.


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« Reply #30 on: May 15, 2012, 01:03:45 PM »
Quote from: Carbonero on May 15, 2012, 12:57:02 PM



The 48 is for guys.


Wut about the 72?
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« Reply #31 on: May 15, 2012, 01:10:42 PM »
Quote from: atadaskew on May 15, 2012, 01:03:45 PM



Wut about the 72?


Way too dangerous. It's a 1200. No one could ever control and direct that much power.
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« Reply #32 on: May 15, 2012, 01:15:46 PM »
Quote from: TwoWhldTerror on May 15, 2012, 11:52:45 AM

Thanks everyone for the awesome feedback. I am actually something radical...not renting a bike at all! I have decided it is more important to spend a solid week with my father, whom I have not seen in 20 years, and instead just hang out with him and his bride. The riding was just going to eat into that. He is into classic cars and seemed excited and said we could take one of his cars and go to Reno for a few days, just a "guy trip".

With that said, I will definitely store the information away for future use!


That actually was going to be my advice, unless either:

  • you were concerned that you two would run out of things to do or talk about; or
  • you wanted to go ride with him.


Have a good visit!
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« Reply #33 on: May 15, 2012, 06:05:04 PM »
A trip to Reno in a classic car sounds great.  Enjoy your trip!  Thumbsup
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« Reply #34 on: May 15, 2012, 06:16:08 PM »
Quote from: Dan K on May 14, 2012, 01:08:36 PM

Limited lean angle, but still fun to ride.


Even with 1" lower shocks, I could still get mine crunked over...would occasionally drag the kickstand.  Smile




As far as the stock bars, they suck big time. The "Heritage Style" bars, which come stock on the HD Police bikes, are much more comfortable.
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« Reply #35 on: May 15, 2012, 09:02:46 PM »
Quote from: atadaskew on May 15, 2012, 12:53:19 PM



The OP is a dood.  Why would be rent a chick bike?

Lmao




Get the Road King, just for the experience.  Thumbsup
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« Reply #36 on: May 16, 2012, 05:30:30 AM »
Quote from: cbsnbiker on May 15, 2012, 01:15:46 PM



That actually was going to be my advice, unless either:

  • you were concerned that you two would run out of things to do or talk about; or
  • you wanted to go ride with him.


Have a good visit!



I think we will have lots to do/talk about. Been 20 years!  Lol I did offer to pay for his bike rental but it has been years since he has ridden so no dice there.

I am still looking forward to the trip immensely.
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« Reply #37 on: May 16, 2012, 05:37:09 AM »
If I was going to rent a Harley, it would be the XR1200.



That is one Harley I could have in my garage.
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« Reply #38 on: May 16, 2012, 06:10:08 AM »
Quote from: ChrisZRX on May 16, 2012, 05:37:09 AM

If I was going to rent a Harley, ......




I'd save the money for a new set of tires for my Concours.   Bigsmile
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« Reply #39 on: May 16, 2012, 02:44:02 PM »
Quote from: ChrisZRX on May 16, 2012, 05:37:09 AM

If I was going to rent a Harley, it would be the XR1200.



That is one Harley I could have in my garage.


Akshully I wouldn't.  I've ridden them and they are like slower, heavier Ducati Monsters.
Might as well get a Harley that is fun to ride at mellow speeds.
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