Favorite Harley

[mikejme]

Hi,
Just wanted to ask a question. What's everyone's favorite Harley? You don't have to own one. I'll start, of course i have to say my Sportster because it is such a blast to ride but for overall looks it's a Softail Standard. The way it sits down low and the raked front end is awesome.
Mike

[fred]

My favorite harley, is my first one. A early '77 super glide.I rebuilt the engine and had everything powder coated black.like the nighttrain, but I did mine before the nighttrain came out.since then i've owned a '97 1200 XL,a '82 FXR and now a '75 super glide.I still miss my 'early '77.

[00SOFTAIL]

My favorite has to be the Bad Boy, it looked great right off the floor.

[bulgod]

Factory stock for me is either the Softail Deuce, or Fat Boy.

[MFFM=4LIFE]

My fav.is my 04'FXST-SE 103"CNC ported and pullin'125hp/130 on the torque,11.5:1 comp,SE-257Camshaft,SE-CV44mm Carb. It does everthing I look for in a Harley,and I've dusted every crotch rocket that's challenged me. I don't think they realize that my bike isn't the standard 88" stock.:D

[bulgod]

I take it you haven't raced any NEW generation sportbikes. Even with that much power your not going to get under the 11's in the 1/4 and most new litre bikes are mid 9's to high 10's stock. Go find a ZX10 to race, 180HP 300 some pounds, you do the math.

[MFFM=4LIFE]

10.41 @136mph in 1320 ft, class 2a at the N.S. race track near my area. Just four days ago I raced a guy who has an 01' VTR1000 SP-1,had'em by two lengths. It just could be they don't want to test the limits of their ride,don't know. I just know the outcome. Normally Harley's and C-Rockets don't go head to head where we race. It's just in challenge races afterward.

[00SOFTAIL]

I love it when a Harley thumps up on a c rocket. Hey MFFM, my 00 FXST looks about like yours, don't do any 10.4 quarters though, I'm gonna try to get a pic up soon.

[MFFM=4LIFE]

00SOFTAIL
Would love to see a pic. My hi performance shop helps me out quite a bit with great parts,cheap and the tuning,and I install dampners on the right and left side of my forks to help with the steering when I do race,otherwise the front end can get away from me with that 33.5deg. rake ;) .It's all just a lot of fun for everone to do this in our spare time.

[1BAFB]

bought my first harley in may.a 2003 fatboy anniversary model.wasnt goin for speed just somethin that shines like a mutha,and looks good with me and my hot little wife on the back.what a joy to ride here in michigan when the weather is predictable.

[sayler2b]

I'm happy to see someboy else with a Softail Standard and loving it!
For me, it's the cheap way to get all of the benefits of the Big Dressers and Baggers without the price.
The Standard shares the same basic Motor/Suspension/Frame as the Heritage Classic, but is much cheaper. (The black oil tank sets us apart!) So many opportunities abound with the Standard. Add a little chrome and exhaust...The Standard is the customizers dream. A good solid base to start on! My 2003 FXST is coming along nicely, I have lots of added chrome, but proudly display my black oil tank!

[frankleenow]

Ultra Classic all the way. theres nothing like a nice long comfortable ride for the ole bones hehe!

[Uesque]

Gotta say either the FXDS for cruisin', or the Street Rod for the curves.

[loki03xlh]

So far, my favorite is my '05 1200 Custom. Stage 1, 12" apes, mustang seat, detatch ss windshield, assorted bling. Can ride all day whether its superslab or twisty backroads.

[BabyBecky]

The Fatboy has always been my favorite – at least to look at and ride on the back of. For my own riding, due to my size, the Sportsters are a bit more realistic.

[Bad Husky]

V-Rod NightTrain

[BeyondThePaintInc]

Have to agree with Sayler2B about the softail standard being the customizers dream. If you want a true custom, start with the basics, and add your own frills. My shop does more standards than any other Harley, so from a business stand point, I love the Standards.

But my personal favorite is the FatBoy!
http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h229/beyondthepaint/btpbikeNEW.jpg

[tbone52]

I guess mine would be the one I own now, the 2006 Low Rider in Red/Black, although I really liked my black 1976 FXE Superglide.

[07xL-L]

Hi,
Just wanted to ask a question. What's everyone's favorite Harley? You don't have to own one. I'll start, of course i have to say my Sportster because it is such a blast to ride but for overall looks it's a Softail Standard. The way it sits down low and the raked front end is awesome.
Mike

Let start will my ride 07 883L Sportster
Husband rides 06 Road King
but my favorite all time Harley has to be the Night Train!

[TxFLSTC]

I would have to say it is my current bike 03 FLSTC....

[Cam]

I have owned 6 Harley's since '81. Each one was different and I miss the kickers. From a '62 Sporty to my present ride an '05 Softail Deluxe, which I am not real crazy about.

My favorite was my last one, a '00 RoadKing. It had room to stretch on long hauls and the only problem that I ever had with it was the fuel gauge fogging up and eventually quitting. If I buy another one it will be one of these with a hack, for the wife, she doesn't like to ride bitch anymore and loves our Ural Retro.

[kz1000g]

FLHT. The center of gravity is so low on this bike. It is the best slow speed handling bike I have ever ridin.

Paul Sr.
kz1000g

[booger]

had a 63 900 sporty fun and fast ridged 12 over super narrow springer 56 pan was the one all 96inches...branch

[Uesque]

Gotta say either the FXDS for cruisin', or the Street Rod for the curves.

Gotta change this to the FXRS since I bought one about 8 months after posting. And it works great cruising and in the curves.

[alleydude]

Love the Sportsters, but my favorite is my '69 Sprint 350.

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[LowRiderGhost]

Mornin' MikeJme,

Natch' my favorite H-D's have always been the FXS/FXSB/FXRS/FXDL Low-Riders from 1977 up TO (last of the Carbureted) 2005, of which I've had about 5-6 of these over the years. I also include the Sturgis FXB, FXDB-S and Daytona FXDB-D which I seriously consider to be Low-Riders anyways with fancy clothes! :D Still, IF I could have one Harley I know there's never EVER any chance in Hades of my ever getting someday, it would be the (?) 1981 AMF/H-D 800cc NOVA:

http://www.iw.net/~praxsis/NOVA1.JPG http://www.iw.net/~praxsis/NOVA2.JPG

I'm not even remotely saying this is a great motorcycle but who knows, IF it had survived the corporate transition it might of been?! But there's NO denying the fact it surely has to be the rarest H-D still in existence, and certainly one of the most expensive ever made! :eek: As the 'story' goes (true or false...?!) there's still 8 of these prototypes socked away at Harley-Davidson someplace?! And they are still (?) fully operational – and I’d imagine (?) still being maintained.

Heck, I’d even just settle for seeing the thing in the flesh just once – that would be the Cat’s Pajama’s far as I’m concerned! ;-)

LRG

[Uesque]

Those scoops look vaguely familiar:

http://www.mcnews.com.au/2008_Bikes/Buell/1125R/Images_Buell_1125R/images/Front_half_700p.jpg

[Uesque]

Mornin' MikeJme,

Natch' my favorite H-D's have always been the FXS/FXSB/FXRS/FXDL Low-Riders from 1977 up TO (last of the Carbureted) 2005, of which I've had about 5-6 of these over the years. I also include the Sturgis FXB, FXDB-S and Daytona FXDB-D which I seriously consider to be Low-Riders anyways with fancy clothes! :D



My FXRS-SP is a Low Rider despite the 14" shocks. Here's proof:

http://my.steelhorse.name/system/files/images/lrs.preview.JPG

[LowRiderGhost]

Definitely NO arguement there! :D No, I certainly didn't mean to 'exclude' ANY Low-Riders, including 2006 thru 2008 (with EFI only). These older models just suit me better, or at least the later FXDL (to 05) with as you noted has Shorter Rear Shocks. 77' thru 05' did retain the 32 degree neck angle - starting in 2006 they went to 29 degrees which resulted in a somewhat taller stance machine, which they had to compensate for increased seat height in other areas. The FXRS-SP as you might (?) agree stood a bit taller then the rest. At one time it wouldn't of been a problem but these days I just do seem to need the lower stance and shorter seat height. Aw well.... :rolleyes:

LRG

My FXRS-SP is a Low Rider despite the 14" shocks. Here's proof:

[bob weeks]

I LIKE THE FLHTCUI I HAVE NOW CRUSIN IN STYLE CD PLAYER INTERCOM WEATHER BAND AM FM YOU FEEL LIKE YOUR RIDEING ON AIR ON BUMPS IN THE ROAD,turns like a dream ballance is so good yuo cant belive it,sorry guys I dont type much !!!!::confused: and I know i fiunked spelling but boy can i ride iron but bob is my old handel ride safe &sane,BWHD

[bsporty]

Love my Sportster!
If I were to add a Harley to my collection it would be a XLCR-
http://www.jwoodandcompany.com/2006/06pics/77-HD-XLCR-1000rs.jpg
Or a Nightrod-
http://motorcycletestdrive.com/images/nightrod.jpg

[bsporty]

My fav.is my 04'FXST-SE 103"CNC ported and pullin'125hp/130 on the torque,11.5:1 comp,SE-257Camshaft,SE-CV44mm Carb. It does everthing I look for in a Harley,and I've dusted every crotch rocket that's challenged me. I don't think they realize that my bike isn't the standard 88" stock.:D

WOW.How much did all that SE stuff cost you?A '07 zx10r is $11,549msrp and makes 155.4 @11,900 and 9.908sec. @148.31.STOCK.
A black '07 FXST will run ya $14,995, if ya want it in color then you will need $15,320.Stock.
Sometimes its not the bike, its the rider.Going fast in a straight line is cool but when you can lose someone in the twisties....

[CB750F]

Going fast in a straight line is cool but when you can lose someone in the twisties....

Exactly.

[Uesque]

Definitely NO arguement there! :D No, I certainly didn't mean to 'exclude' ANY Low-Riders, including 2006 thru 2008 (with EFI only). These older models just suit me better, or at least the later FXDL (to 05) with as you noted has Shorter Rear Shocks. 77' thru 05' did retain the 32 degree neck angle - starting in 2006 they went to 29 degrees which resulted in a somewhat taller stance machine, which they had to compensate for increased seat height in other areas. The FXRS-SP as you might (?) agree stood a bit taller then the rest. At one time it wouldn't of been a problem but these days I just do seem to need the lower stance and shorter seat height. Aw well.... :rolleyes:

LRG

Here you can see the top of the rear tire, which is a no-no according to Willie G.

http://my.steelhorse.name/system/files/images/RightMed.preview.JPG



Even with the high ride, my seat is still only about 27-28" off the ground.

[Uesque]

Love my Sportster!
If I were to add a Harley to my collection it would be a XLCR-

Or a Nightrod-



I'd have to go with the XR750 or the Street Rod, but we have similar tastes.

[Crazy-Mitch]

as of right now i would have to say that the 2008 H-D FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide. nobody can top that when cruising in style it has the stereo systems CB radio cruise control and everything else that a car would have and then some... it also has the feeling of the wind blowing through your hair while riding down roads i wouldn't take a gas guzzling car.:cool:

[LowRiderGhost]

Morning UesQue,

First of course, VERY sharp scoot! :D I got to confess though, the "top of the tire" comment went Swoosh (over my head)! :rolleyes: Only thing I can think of is perhaps the luggage rack mounted high over the rear fender to the sissy bar?! Probably not so bad with Harleys (due the long wheelbases and low center of gravities) but I use to run Scoot Boots and Luggage Racks on all my (past) rides before one finally jumped up and bit me (I'm estimating at 109 Mph?!) and threw to the ground back in 1977. Talk about Ground Hamburger?! :eek: Nuff' said.....

Again, these days I've got problems with seat heights that I hadn't in years past. Unfortunately (???) something to do with the dang MS shortening the Spine or something?! :( Nice....:mad: Still, seems if I can get the seat heights down to around 25-26 inches, I'm doing fine. :) I only just got a hold of my very first used 'Blockhead' (Evo) about a year or so ago (after so MANY years of Shovelheads). I was a bit surprised by the initial construction of the 'Dyna' style frames (superceeded the FXR style in 1991), the thing is quite tall! :( I've since gotten a hold of a White Brothers Lowering Kit for the ride - just need the time (and decent weather since I DON'T have a 'real' garage to work in!) to be able the put the bugger up on my lift, and install! :D

LRG :cool:

Footnote: Just for the record (if anyone cares? I dunno...) I think the first H-D I ever tried out WAS in fact an FXR back in 1980. I wound up buying (my first H-D) a 79' XLH (in non-rideable condition) because it was all I could afford at the time. If I of had the coin, an FXR might of been my very well been my first (H-D) ride. :D The point IS there's another thread in here accusing Sporties (Sportsters) of being 'ladies bikes', and the Old School never did quite warm up to the FXR/FXRS series. I got to admit I probably slagged it off too?! But I've since warmed up to ride - never had one but someday maybe?! The point is regardless - a Harley is a Harley is a HARLEY! :D Enjoy it and cherish it - regardless! I got to admit I just don't care for any of the new ones since 2006 and beyond - but knowing me if a good deal should ever pop up someday down the road, I'll come around! Nuff' said?! :cool:


Here you can see the top of the rear tire, which is a no-no according to Willie G. Even with the high ride, my seat is still only about 27-28" off the ground.

[Uesque]

Morning UesQue,

First of course, VERY sharp scoot! :D I got to confess though, the "top of the tire" comment went Swoosh (over my head)! :rolleyes: Only thing I can think of is perhaps the luggage rack mounted high over the rear fender to the sissy bar?! Probably not so bad with Harleys (due the long wheelbases and low center of gravities) but I use to run Scoot Boots and Luggage Racks on all my (past) rides before one finally jumped up and bit me (I'm estimating at 109 Mph?!) and threw to the ground back in 1977. Talk about Ground Hamburger?! :eek: Nuff' said.....

Again, these days I've got problems with seat heights that I hadn't in years past. Unfortunately (???) something to do with the dang MS shortening the Spine or something?! :( Nice....:mad: Still, seems if I can get the seat heights down to around 25-26 inches, I'm doing fine. :) I only just got a hold of my very first used 'Blockhead' (Evo) about a year or so ago (after so MANY years of Shovelheads). I was a bit surprised by the initial construction of the 'Dyna' style frames (superceeded the FXR style in 1991), the thing is quite tall! :( I've since gotten a hold of a White Brothers Lowering Kit for the ride - just need the time (and decent weather since I DON'T have a 'real' garage to work in!) to be able the put the bugger up on my lift, and install! :D

LRG :cool:

Footnote: Just for the record (if anyone cares? I dunno...) I think the first H-D I ever tried out WAS in fact an FXR back in 1980. I wound up buying (my first H-D) a 79' XLH (in non-rideable condition) because it was all I could afford at the time. If I of had the coin, an FXR might of been my very well been my first (H-D) ride. :D The point IS there's another thread in here accusing Sporties (Sportsters) of being 'ladies bikes', and the Old School never did quite warm up to the FXR/FXRS series. I got to admit I probably slagged it off too?! But I've since warmed up to ride - never had one but someday maybe?! The point is regardless - a Harley is a Harley is a HARLEY! :D Enjoy it and cherish it - regardless! I got to admit I just don't care for any of the new ones since 2006 and beyond - but knowing me if a good deal should ever pop up someday down the road, I'll come around! Nuff' said?! :cool:

It's all about the style, Willie G. dictated for years that the rear fender had to cover the top of the tire, and if you think about it, the only ones that don't are the FXRS-SP and the V-rod.

There were complaints when the FXR was new that the exposed frame made it look too Japanese, but it seems most of those came from Willie G. again, as it's a favorite of the 1%'ers for its handling and ride. The frame is basically the FL frame with a different head tube and angle, so the ride is outstanding, and the stiff frame on a lighter bike really holds the road. Erik Buell was in charge of chassis development.

[KevSumac]

DEUCE!!! Love the Deuce, especially the SVO's.

[msweds01]

I really want to get on the new Rocker or Rocker C. I am not crazy about the handlebars but I love the raked out look of it.

[sowbelliedhog]

My favorite HD's are the XLCR and the XR 1000. The XLCR was the inspiration for today's japanese sport bikes. I hope Cofats is reading this one.

[bsporty]

I'd have to go with the XR750 or the Street Rod, but we have similar tastes.

Definately add to the list!
http://www.posters57.com/images/categories/Evel.jpg

[Uesque]

Definately add to the list!
http://www.posters57.com/images/categories/Evel.jpg


:( :( RIP!:( :(

[LowRiderGhost]

Wow, pretty heavy thing to be sure..... 69. Sighhhhhh.... Not too many people I'd of cared to of met (that we all knew about) in this life. But got to admit Craig Knievel would of been one of them. Add to that Malcom Forbes, or hell add to that General George Patton or even President Franklin Roosevelt. They really (my opinion only) shaped our history, and I have no doubt Evil Knievel did much the same, at least for motorcycling. Yeah, I have no doubt the dude would of told me get the f*** out of his face had I of had the opportunity to bother him once, but that's cool. That don't diminish the fact these were pretty special people - who accomplished things the rest of us could only maybe dream about doing?! I can only hope that EK now has maybe found whatever peace he might of been looking for in this life, in the next dimension as it were.....


:( :( RIP!:( :(

[booger]

this was a fxsb268

[bobbertreb22]

well i see alot of you have the same taste as I. I also would have to say the late 70's early 80's dyna lowrider, there was one of those years they made a dyna fatbob not any resemblence to the 2008 fatbob. it was more of a striped down version of the lowrider. I built a 1/12 scale dream dyna lowrider that everyone loves to look at. yea i know i should have said my favorite bike is my 2007 dyna but man you gotta love those old hogs.

cheers,
bert

[bobbertreb22]

here is my 1/9 scale dream dyna low rider i will one day build in 1/1 scale. its kind of a big picture.

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y181/trebchopper/DSCN0253.jpg

bert

[Crazy-Mitch]

I guess out of all of us i am the only one that likes the touring bikes over all of the sport and lowrider bikes. Oh well, its not like i have to like the same bike as the rest of the world right?!?!

[Uesque]

I guess out of all of us i am the only one that likes the touring bikes over all of the sport and lowrider bikes. Oh well, its not like i have to like the same bike as the rest of the world right?!?!

It's OK, a lot of old-timers ride those. :D

We're not as far apart as you think, the first Superglide was the touring frame with a Sportster front end grafted on. That tradition was continued with the Superglide II/Low Rider of the 80's. It wasn't until 1991 that the Dyna came along and no longer used the Touring frame. I've ridden an Ultra and an FXR back to back, and there's not a whole lot of difference in ride or handling other than that front end. Which means that the FL's handle much better than you would expect from a bike that large.

[Maico Shark]

Definately add to the list!
http://www.posters57.com/images/categories/Evel.jpg

EVEL KNIEVEL

Evel Knievel was an American Icon and celebrity. His fame has far exceeded that of any other dare-devil. This isn’t because of any particular number of busses or cars he jumped a motorcycle over but rather his consummate showmanship, his physical durability, and his unique philosophy. I had the opportunity to meet Evel Knievel at the Chrome At The Dome event held at the Clearfield County Fairgrounds on June 11, 2005. He has long been a hero of mine.
Evel appeared a bit frail and spoke quietly. He expressed admiration for the Clearfield area and the people here. He mentioned the various injuries suffered over the course of his stunt-riding career as well as some serious consequences from the many surgeries. As a result of blood transfusions in the 60’s he was infected with Hepatitis C which destroyed his liver and caused him to need a transplant. He’s had various artificial joints installed but said he could still run up to a couple years ago. He has been diagnosed with Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis which is described as hardening of the lungs. The cause of this disease is unknown and there is no known cure. Every day it is more difficult to breathe. Doctors estimate he may live for three years.
Evel offered some advice to anyone who seeks success. He says there are six things that are essential for a successful career. First is your health. Don’t put things into your body that cause it harm. Second, says Evel is belief in God. Now he is quick to add that he doesn’t belong to any organized religion and firmly denounced such people as Jim Bakker and Oral Roberts as well as naming some others as being insincere and shameful scam artists. He hopes everyone, even atheists, come to believe in God. Third, he says is Love.. Love someone and have someone who loves you. Fourth he says is ambition, get up every day and accomplish something no matter how small. Number five is the desire to treat people right. That if you are kind and fair to others, for the most part, they will be kind and fair to you. Number six, last but not least is follow your dreams because that is your hearts desire and the path to success.
Evel Knievel was a great entertainer/philosopher in the twilight of his days. It was an honor and privilege to meet him, to speak to him, and to listen to him speak. I will never forget what he said long ago…to paraphrase him, “No one can control the manner of their birth, whether to a rich family in an exclusive neighborhood, or as the child of beggars in a back alley of Calcutta. What we do have control over is the manner of our death.”. “ My death”, he had said…”will be glorious”.
Robert Craig “Evel“ Knievel, born October 17th, 1938 made his final jump from this world on November 30th, 2007. Though death brought no glory…it is the life he led that will be long remembered and admired. A memorial service will be held at the Butte, Montana Civic Center at 10:00 AM, December 10th. The public is invited to attend.

[Crazy-Mitch]

actually i'm just now 18 yearsold and I would Much rather have an Electra Glide than any of the other motorcycles, especially for long distances. I actually grew up on the back of a Honda Goldwing that belonged to my grandfather. The first time that I got on a motorcycle I was about 3 years old, and ever since then I wanted to get one of my own. Now i have a 2005 H-D XL883C. I love my bike but i would still much rather have the Electra Glide, but my only problem is that i do not have the money to buy one.

[K-9]

My favorite Harley is my 2008 Dyna Super Glide. What a smooth ride and the bike is very easy to handle. The bike is also not too small or too big.

K-9 :) :cool:

[oldualsportguy]

1200 Sportster

[BH121869]

If I had to only have one bike it would be the 01 Sporty S model I have now. Would not trade it for a new one unless there was cash to make it as good.
The Ultra is the king of the road as far as traveling goes to me but comes in second at my age.

[BH121869]

Love my Sportster!
If I were to add a Harley to my collection it would be a XLCR-
http://www.jwoodandcompany.com/2006/06pics/77-HD-XLCR-1000rs.jpg
Or a Nightrod-
http://motorcycletestdrive.com/images/nightrod.jpg

Wow. Very nice. The bikes too.

[crasha51pan]

No doubt, PANHEAD ! Early !

[raftguide]

Evel got to me too........I have the honor of actually owning some XR's. Below is a photo of my Evel replica (with me in front of it).

[louturks]

I always liked the Sportster Custom model

[jhawk]

My favorite HD's are the XLCR and the XR 1000. The XLCR was the inspiration for today's japanese sport bikes. I hope Cofats is reading this one. :confused:

1977 XLCR = best lookng Harley - ever.

:eek: HOWEVER, the XLCR was NOT the inspiration for today's Japanese sportbikes. It was a rather a crude intrepretation of the cafe racers the Brits had been running for several years perviously.

More accurately, the inspiration for modern sportbikes came from the BMW 1974 R90S. And even more so from the 1972 Norton John Player replica with its dual headlights and full fairing. :D

[307T]

Wow. This is an old thread...almost four years! My favorite is the XR750. Then I'd have to say my own.

http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1185/4522714/17770567/288285090.jpg
http://pic20.picturetrail.com/VOL1185/4522714/17770567/277311751.jpg

[dieseltech]

Road King

[harley01]

Heritage Springer