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Post by Deleted on Sept 24, 2013 17:44:37 GMT 10
I have traded my Heritage Softail in on a much smaller bike It is a 1200cc Sportster 72 I am getting a few modifications such as good seat and backrest, sissy bar and a pillion seat Should be ready to collect on Wednesday next week It is a demo but only has 700 kms on it and I get full two year warranty and twelve months rego I will take new photos when the mods are done
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Post by clem on Sept 24, 2013 17:52:46 GMT 10
Whoo hoo Wauri, your new bike looks beautiful. May I assume it replaces/improves the Nightster? I look forward to seeing lots of subsequent photos and your reports on the bike. Congratulations Wauri.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 24, 2013 18:27:49 GMT 10
Whoo hoo Wauri, your new bike looks beautiful. May I assume it replaces/improves the Nightster? I look forward to seeing lots of subsequent photos and your reports on the bike. Congratulations Wauri. Looks like the Nightster is off the list replaced by the 1200 Custom i think The 72 is a throwback to the choppers of the 70"s Peanut fuel tank low slung, high bars and very narrow Only 150 kms between fills so i will be at a lot of service stations but it will fit nicely on my ute too for next years trip looking forward to the new toy and style of riding
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Post by clem on Sept 24, 2013 20:36:25 GMT 10
I find the small fuel tank good, I get close to 200 kays I think (that includes 'reserve').
The pluses of small tank for me are...
* I like light weight up top
* I like frequent stops to get off my butt and stretch my back and legs
When I do long-haul rides where there may not be service stations when I need one, I have the bike trailer in/on which to carry extra fuel. Have had to use it a few times too!
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Post by eldiablo on Sept 25, 2013 6:14:54 GMT 10
I find the small fuel tank good, I get close to 200 kays I think (that includes 'reserve'). The pluses of small tank for me are... * I like light weight up top * I like frequent stops to get off my butt and stretch my back and legs When I do long-haul rides where there may not be service stations when I need one, I have the bike trailer in/on which to carry extra fuel. Have had to use it a few times too! Err, in other words no advantages, just liked the look. That's fine, if it makes you happy then, nothing else matters.
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Post by clem on Sept 25, 2013 13:04:15 GMT 10
I find the small fuel tank good, I get close to 200 kays I think (that includes 'reserve'). The pluses of small tank for me are... * I like light weight up top * I like frequent stops to get off my butt and stretch my back and legs When I do long-haul rides where there may not be service stations when I need one, I have the bike trailer in/on which to carry extra fuel. Have had to use it a few times too! Err, in other words no advantages, just liked the look. That's fine, if it makes you happy then, nothing else matters. Wot you talking about Eldi? There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a bike which hopefully will "make you happy". These are some of them in no particular order of importance... * Appearance - do the bike aesthetics appeal big-time? * Seat height * Comfy reach to handlebars and foot controls * Intended use of bike (long or short trips) * Bike reputation for reliability * Suitable power for intended use * Handy high-standard servicer/repairer of chosen bike brand * Availability of accessories for added comfort, functionality, appearance or whatever * Will I be carrying a pillion? * (I'm sure you and others could add a lot more things for consideration when thinking about/researching a new bike) What I'm saying is, there are heaps of bikes which, at first glance, might appear to be bees knees and "make me happy". But! It may may not "make me happy" if I don't carefully consider quite a lot of factors. But maybe that's what you were meaning anyway!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 25, 2013 18:44:08 GMT 10
Err, in other words no advantages, just liked the look. That's fine, if it makes you happy then, nothing else matters. Wot you talking about Eldi? There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a bike which hopefully will "make you happy". These are some of them in no particular order of importance... * Appearance - do the bike aesthetics appeal big-time? Love the old school look of the 72. Got me straight away
* Seat height Very low and comfortable. Feet flat on the road easily* Comfy reach to handlebars and foot controls Forward controls standard and a good fit for my longish legs
* Intended use of bike (long or short trips) Been doing huge trips for 14 years. Change of pace is required
* Bike reputation for reliability Its a Harley= I have done over 200,000 over the last 12 years with no problems
* Suitable power for intended use. 1200 cc motor was unheard of in 1972 a 750 was a big bike. Plenty of power
* Handy high-standard servicer/repairer of chosen bike brand Dealer in Cairns and my preferred mechanic also specialises in Harleys
* Availability of accessories for added comfort, functionality, appearance or whatever Ha Its a Harley. There is a whole book of accessories by many different companies
* Will I be carrying a pillion? Yes but only special ones. And the rules apply* (I'm sure you and others could add a lot more things for consideration when thinking about/researching a new bike) What I'm saying is, there are heaps of bikes which, at first glance, might appear to be bees knees and "make me happy". But! It may may not "make me happy" if I don't carefully consider quite a lot of factors. But maybe that's what you were meaning anyway! I have answered your points Clem and it focused my thoughts too on just why the bike grabbed me immediately
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Post by eldiablo on Sept 25, 2013 20:45:45 GMT 10
Wot you talking about Eldi? There are a lot of things to consider when choosing a bike which hopefully will "make you happy". These are some of them in no particular order of importance... * Appearance - do the bike aesthetics appeal big-time? Love the old school look of the 72. Got me straight away
* Seat height Very low and comfortable. Feet flat on the road easily* Comfy reach to handlebars and foot controls Forward controls standard and a good fit for my longish legs
* Intended use of bike (long or short trips) Been doing huge trips for 14 years. Change of pace is required
* Bike reputation for reliability Its a Harley= I have done over 200,000 over the last 12 years with no problems
* Suitable power for intended use. 1200 cc motor was unheard of in 1972 a 750 was a big bike. Plenty of power
* Handy high-standard servicer/repairer of chosen bike brand Dealer in Cairns and my preferred mechanic also specialises in Harleys
* Availability of accessories for added comfort, functionality, appearance or whatever Ha Its a Harley. There is a whole book of accessories by many different companies
* Will I be carrying a pillion? Yes but only special ones. And the rules apply* (I'm sure you and others could add a lot more things for consideration when thinking about/researching a new bike) What I'm saying is, there are heaps of bikes which, at first glance, might appear to be bees knees and "make me happy". But! It may may not "make me happy" if I don't carefully consider quite a lot of factors. But maybe that's what you were meaning anyway! I have answered your points Clem and it focused my thoughts too on just why the bike grabbed me immediately Yair but I was only talking about the tank. I made no comment on some of the options.
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Post by clem on Sept 25, 2013 21:19:22 GMT 10
Well that's got that sorted nicely then, Eldi! lol
I enjoyed reading your responses to some considerations when buying a new bike, Wauri. I can't wait to see your subsequent photos.
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Post by eldiablo on Sept 25, 2013 22:00:36 GMT 10
Attachment DeletedI am sorting through my toy-box to see what I will keep and what I will move on. The Iveco will go, and the red car (1998 Pulsar)will go, and a new hatch will be bought. Not sure if the Boulevard will go, but it might if my health issues make it too risky. Riding is good but not worth dying for. The yellow car is not mine so it will prob stay. If I bought a new bike, what appeals to me now is a Ducati monster with a kitchen chair sitting position weighing in about 180 KG. It does not have to be too big my touring days are over and it is just a coffee shop run for me. Top speed appears to be legal SL + nothing due to policing. Ducati has posing value, plenty of oomph per cc and is lightish if I need to stand it up or push it in or out of anywhere. Seat height is always an issue for me but that can be fudged a few inches or I can wear high heals. (red stilettos would be nice) I am not interested in HDs where there is too much smoke there is fire. Cars on my short list are Kia Cerato Hatch and Nissan Pulsar Hatch. We only need a shopping trolley so 1800 cc Hatches are plenty big enough www.ducati.com/cms-web/upl/img/bikes/2013/Model-pages_Main_Images/M_795/Model-Page_2013_M795_01_black_960x420.jpg
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Post by dING on Sept 26, 2013 8:32:52 GMT 10
Ducati are nice one of the nicest
Bikes I have ever rode on was a
Ducati Multistrada twas delightful
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Post by clem on Oct 2, 2013 8:31:26 GMT 10
Is today the day Wauri???
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Post by Deleted on Oct 2, 2013 8:47:56 GMT 10
Is today the day Wauri??? Supposed to be Nervously waiting to call to confirm Like Christmas morning really
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Post by clem on Oct 2, 2013 11:13:46 GMT 10
I can feel the nervousness and excitement from here, Wauri!
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Post by Deleted on Oct 2, 2013 17:03:26 GMT 10
I am home with my new toy All mine and only waiting for a decent seat now Coming from America and will take a couple of weeks Love it. Bloody big kid I am
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Post by eldiablo on Oct 2, 2013 17:19:13 GMT 10
I am home with my new toy All mine and only waiting for a decent seat now Coming from America and will take a couple of weeks Love it. Bloody big kid I am It looks good congratz. Not me tho.
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Post by clem on Oct 2, 2013 17:20:41 GMT 10
Yippee dippee bloody dooooooo, congratulations on your new bike Waurie, by jingoes it looks beautiful. Lovely range of photos but we need a whole lot more you know! May I assume it is a delight to ride Wauri? Once again...... CONGRATULATIONS!!!!
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Post by dING on Oct 3, 2013 10:53:50 GMT 10
Looks nice n Shiney
Hope you have a long happy life together
Now all ya gotta do is learn it to cook
And wash n make coffee and tis all good
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Post by Turtle on Oct 4, 2013 7:30:30 GMT 10
Nice bike,wauri. It is my current choice of the sporties too. Bob has treated me so well on this ride it would be like treason to swap him :-)
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Post by Deleted on Oct 4, 2013 7:41:10 GMT 10
Nice bike,wauri. It is my current choice of the sporties too. Bob has treated me so well on this ride it would be like treason to swap him :-) Yes mate You wouldnt do that ride with an 8 liter tank
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Post by clem on Oct 4, 2013 17:56:24 GMT 10
Gday Wauri, Dog is at our place as we speak, Turtle is at a nearby motel having a shower after which he is coming back and then we will all be tucking into some delicious Chinese tucker that Lee is picking up now! I just popped in here to show Dog your beautiful new bike. We are both, of course, very impressed.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 4, 2013 18:02:44 GMT 10
Gday Wauri, Dog is at our place as we speak, Turtle is at a nearby motel having a shower after which he is coming back and then we will all be tucking into some delicious Chinese tucker that Lee is picking up now! I just popped in here to show Dog your beautiful new bike. We are both, of course, very impressed. I am off tomorrow to the Atherton Tablelands and a bike rally near my favorite haunt at Innot Hot Springs I will be posing all over the place and also taking the medicinal waters A lovely weekend planned More photos to come when I get it fully fitted out with the new seats etc
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Post by Deleted on Oct 4, 2013 23:12:12 GMT 10
Does look very pretty.... I may post photos of my new pc, just to make you a little jealous Speed is the thing of course and mine is like shit off a shovel Have fun on your trip xx
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Post by wanderer on Oct 5, 2013 11:27:42 GMT 10
Did you buy the 4 of them in that first foto? Which ones mine & which is Clems? ?
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Post by Deleted on Oct 7, 2013 14:12:28 GMT 10
I have been out for the weekend attending a rally at Archers Creek near Ravenshoe and taking the waters at Innot Hot Springs But this is a bike based forum (sort of loosely) so i will ignore the lovely bird photos and report on my new toy. The good points first. I look beautiful on it - obviously. It also looks magnificent under me. I headed off after my Saturday morning pool games and visits to Ulysses mates and had 30 km on the odometer when I left home. First fill was at Malanda with 100 kms and took exactly 5 liters. 2o km/ liter or 5 l/100kms What I expected and should improve a little after it all frees up. Second fill at Innot Hot Springs with the same mileage result. In neither case had the reserve light appeared. I had my gear bag on the back on the new rack and it also worked well. The cons. Seat is still not right but mine should be here in a few days The loss of a windscreen after so many years means I felt the resistance on my arms. The flash chrome billet hand grips are just a little larger than my old ones and I felt the stretching in my ligaments in my hands. Also something that will improve. Bike outside of my room. A sight Clem will recognise. Outside Maccas camp at the rally
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Post by clem on Oct 7, 2013 17:44:25 GMT 10
Great to read your report, Wauri, and of course to see more pics. Re: 1. Handgrips: I got larger circumference ones than stock on mine and found/find them much more comfy than the stock 'skinny' ones. 2. Windscreen: Are you not having a screen on your new bike? I think I'd better get one on mine as I am increasingly finding the belting of the wind into my upper body, is becoming increasingly tiring. Have I mentioned this before Wauri? You have one hellova beautiful bike there!
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Post by Deleted on Oct 7, 2013 18:02:13 GMT 10
Yes Clem I think I will get used to the new grips Just habit I think and no screen means the wind really grabs you in an upright seated position Again just means getting used to the change
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Post by Turtle on Oct 7, 2013 20:20:09 GMT 10
Nice one mate.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 18, 2013 17:31:05 GMT 10
I now have the new seat fitted to soothe my froggy bum Very comfortable
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Post by dING on Oct 18, 2013 17:56:50 GMT 10
Looking Good
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