I've gone over to the dark side!

scharf2u · 07-11-2010, 04:31 PM

As some of you know Suzy hated her Buell Blast. Today it was traded in for a new 2009 883 Sportster. I can already see the money going into it for pipes, fuel management, windshield.......

BeckadarO · 07-11-2010, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by scharf2u

As some of you know Suzy hated her Buell Blast. Today it was traded in for a new 2009 883 Sportster. I can already see the money going into it for pipes, fuel management, windshield.......

That doesn't look much like a fishing boat

Congrats it's a nice looking ride

Hozhead · 07-11-2010, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by scharf2u

As some of you know Suzy hated her Buell Blast. Today it was traded in for a new 2009 883 Sportster. I can already see the money going into it for pipes, fuel management, windshield.......

You forgot "oil, gaskets, tassels and t-shirts."

scooterholic · 07-11-2010, 05:00 PM

Congrats, for you or Suzy and thats a funny looking boat.
Nice ride

turbolq4 · 07-11-2010, 05:01 PM

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Originally Posted by scharf2u

As some of you know Suzy hated her Buell Blast. Today it was traded in for a new 2009 883 Sportster. I can already see the money going into it for pipes, fuel management, windshield.......

why a hardly?? you could have gotten a bike that runs, has good resale, and is NOT a harley for less than that

scharf2u · 07-11-2010, 05:44 PM

She still wanted a bike more than a boat. Since she's only 5 feet tall, hardly is the. Only manufacturer that makes a short bike. They gave me $2500 for the Blast in trade.

scooterholic · 07-11-2010, 06:31 PM

Then I should say Congrats Suzy

, hope you found a bike you like

scharf2u · 07-11-2010, 07:05 PM

She loves it. Went for a short ride this evening. The speedo way optimistic on it though. Mine is calibrated within 0.1% with my GPS. Her's is like 7 mph off at 50 MPH.

scooterholic · 07-11-2010, 07:38 PM

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Originally Posted by scharf2u

She loves it. Went for a short ride this evening. The speedo way optimistic on it though. Mine is calibrated within 0.1% with my GPS. Her's is like 7 mph off at 50 MPH.

That's ok, the important thing is it fits her and she's happy with it. Maybe we'll see her on some rides later this summer.

R1DON · 07-11-2010, 10:30 PM

its not a boat but it will make a great boat anchor when you get one.

Grumbler · 07-12-2010, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by scharf2u

She still wanted a bike more than a boat. Since she's only 5 feet tall, hardly is the. Only manufacturer that makes a short bike. They gave me $2500 for the Blast in trade.

Actually, it's not so much her height that's the determining
factor. Her inseam length is what counts with seat height.

Nonetheless, it's her choice as to what motorcycle fits her
best regardless of make or model. Is that the 883 Hugger?

Dwarrior62 · 07-12-2010, 08:10 AM

Let us know when you are ready for pipes and a power commander. We sell power commander's for harley's for $240.00. Pipes, take your pick, and a Arlen Ness intake would look pretty good to. That is the same bike my wife has and she love's it. Congrats.

Dennis
Cyclone Cycles
424 N. Kings RD. Unit C
Nampa, ID. 83687
208-461-2755

scharf2u · 07-12-2010, 08:57 AM

Yup that is the 883 Low. Here inseam is waaaaay short. Less than 28".
Hey thanks Dennis, once we get the cash I'll probably get in touch with you.

romo23 · 07-12-2010, 09:04 AM

the sportsers are the only harleys ive ever really liked, i considered getting a 1200 when i was loking around before my sv. glad she enjoys it.

Grumbler · 07-12-2010, 09:18 AM

Sportsters have been converted into Cafe Racers. Very cool!

Just Jeff · 07-12-2010, 09:24 AM

Not my cup of tea, I love cruisers but they look to much like standards for me. ( Former and Future HD owner) What really nice about the sportsters though is they can be picked up used for a song. And a bike you ride is better than a bike that sits so good for her.

Shadow · 07-12-2010, 07:00 PM

If you want to make a HD go fast, or even just sing like it should, Karl is the one you want to talk to. He has building bikes longer than many of us have been alive. He build my old Sportster. Here is his site, look through his gallery and note the Bonneville certified 200MPH HD

http://www.compmc.com/index.htm

Gem STate ST · 07-12-2010, 07:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Shadow

If you want to make a HD go fast, or even just sing like it should, Karl is the one you want to talk to. He has building bikes longer than many of us have been alive. He build my old Sportster. Here is his site, look through his gallery and note the Bonneville certified 200MPH HD

http://www.compmc.com/index.htm

If you can stand Mr. Peleteres holier than thou attitude.He had oops on my FXR which of course he denied.Wasn't a problem I had Rockrohr fix it.

tc305 · 07-12-2010, 07:37 PM

congrats on the sporty. hope she loves it

07-11-2010, 06:31 PM	#7
scooterholic Senior Member Joined: Oct 2009 From: Nampa, Id Posts: 1,333 I Ride: Suzuki 01 Gsx 600 f, 07 Honda Reflex, 92 Ninja ZX7 (in bike coma) Weedeater one	Then I should say Congrats Suzy, hope you found a bike you like

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07-11-2010, 05:00 PM	#4
scooterholic Senior Member Joined: Oct 2009 From: Nampa, Id Posts: 1,333 I Ride: Suzuki 01 Gsx 600 f, 07 Honda Reflex, 92 Ninja ZX7 (in bike coma) Weedeater one	Congrats, for you or Suzy and thats a funny looking boat. Nice ride

07-11-2010, 05:44 PM	#6
scharf2u Senior Member Joined: May 2009 From: Boise Posts: 1,028 I Ride: Victory Kingpin, The Harley is deceased :(	She still wanted a bike more than a boat. Since she's only 5 feet tall, hardly is the. Only manufacturer that makes a short bike. They gave me $2500 for the Blast in trade.

07-11-2010, 07:05 PM	#8
scharf2u Senior Member Joined: May 2009 From: Boise Posts: 1,028 I Ride: Victory Kingpin, The Harley is deceased :(	She loves it. Went for a short ride this evening. The speedo way optimistic on it though. Mine is calibrated within 0.1% with my GPS. Her's is like 7 mph off at 50 MPH.

07-11-2010, 10:30 PM	#10
R1DON Senior Member Joined: Oct 2006 From: Nampa Posts: 1,957 I Ride: 08 zx10	its not a boat but it will make a great boat anchor when you get one.

07-12-2010, 08:10 AM	#12
Dwarrior62 Senior Member Joined: May 2010 From: Nampa, ID Posts: 118 I Ride: 2008 Street Glide, 1980 GS250, 1998 Fatboy, 1977 Shovel, 1997 F3, 2005 Roadking, 2004 Aprilla RSV(Track Only)	Let us know when you are ready for pipes and a power commander. We sell power commander's for harley's for $240.00. Pipes, take your pick, and a Arlen Ness intake would look pretty good to. That is the same bike my wife has and she love's it. Congrats. Dennis Cyclone Cycles 424 N. Kings RD. Unit C Nampa, ID. 83687 208-461-2755

07-12-2010, 08:57 AM	#13
scharf2u Senior Member Joined: May 2009 From: Boise Posts: 1,028 I Ride: Victory Kingpin, The Harley is deceased :(	Yup that is the 883 Low. Here inseam is waaaaay short. Less than 28". Hey thanks Dennis, once we get the cash I'll probably get in touch with you.

07-12-2010, 09:04 AM	#14
romo23 Senior Member Joined: Sep 2009 From: caldwell, idaho Posts: 237 I Ride: 2001 sv650	the sportsers are the only harleys ive ever really liked, i considered getting a 1200 when i was loking around before my sv. glad she enjoys it.

07-12-2010, 09:18 AM	#15
Grumbler Senior Member Joined: Sep 2009 From: Boise, ID Posts: 753 I Ride: vn1500n2l	Sportsters have been converted into Cafe Racers. Very cool!

07-12-2010, 09:24 AM	#16
Just Jeff Senior Member Joined: Jun 2010 From: Nampa, ID Posts: 183 I Ride: 99 Aero 1100	Not my cup of tea, I love cruisers but they look to much like standards for me. ( Former and Future HD owner) What really nice about the sportsters though is they can be picked up used for a song. And a bike you ride is better than a bike that sits so good for her.

07-12-2010, 07:00 PM	#17
Shadow Member Joined: May 2010 From: Boise Posts: 60	If you want to make a HD go fast, or even just sing like it should, Karl is the one you want to talk to. He has building bikes longer than many of us have been alive. He build my old Sportster. Here is his site, look through his gallery and note the Bonneville certified 200MPH HD http://www.compmc.com/index.htm

07-12-2010, 07:37 PM	#19
tc305 Senior Member Joined: Feb 2007 From: boise Posts: 812 I Ride: ninja 1000	congrats on the sporty. hope she loves it