Stephen_Spencer
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Don’t mind the Retro looks of the XR1200
!I also lied a bit earlier - I would on occasion stop to look at a well sorted V-Rod, but will deny it if anybody brings it up in future!
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!I also lied a bit earlier - I would on occasion stop to look at a well sorted V-Rod, but will deny it if anybody brings it up in future!
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I would rather have more travel .
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Ohlins would be your best bet.
When I had my low rider and low rider ST, Ohlins had a longer rear adjustable shock for more travel.
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A mate of mine is selling a fabulous custom V-Rod Stephen.Don’t mind the Retro looks of the XR1200
I also lied a bit earlier - I would on occasion stop to look at a well sorted V-Rod
I was rather tempted by this XR myself… a Harley track day toy !
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Yep - didn't mind the V-Rod at all. Why did they stop making them? Best thing they ever did!Don’t mind the Retro looks of the XR1200
I also lied a bit earlier - I would on occasion stop to look at a well sorted V-Rod, but will deny it if anybody brings it up in future!
Tractor mentality of client base?
Cheers
Fast Eddie
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Anyone who liked the V Rod should look at the Sportster 1250 S that Tony mentioned…
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Yep FE, a Harley that looks like it handles - who would’ve thunk!
Don’t get to far ahead though mate - I’d cast a glance at one, that‘s a loooooong way from ever buying a Harley. I have my image to think of you know!
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So, this has a bit of a presence then 
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So, this has a bit of a presence then
I felt myself saying " oh for F### sake get over it" - didn't watch to the end.
Liked the exhaust note though.
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Sorry.
The v-Rod may handle ok when compared to other Harley’s, but it’s still a Harley
I can’t do the feet forward riding position thing.
The v-Rod may handle ok when compared to other Harley’s, but it’s still a Harley
I can’t do the feet forward riding position thing.
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My problem as well.
Causes me lower back issues.
Racer crouch is actually less of a problem for me.
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Not really ‘the usual’…
From Watches to Harleys… and no mention of polatiks… all very gentlepersonly I thought…!
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I don’t feel safe riding with my feet in front of me and my arms extended forward.
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Also, not the best position for your sense of balance, or machine control.
I would never use ape hanger handlebars either, but some swear by them, go figure.
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I agree
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You have Harley engineered / designed or shared parts on your Norton. So technically we’re on topic.
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I agree but I already heard about this one. But still thanks for sharing this one.