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I had a thread for "was going to trade harley for an LT" but it had gotten long
and confusing so I am starting this one .
Thanks to all for the replies and advise !
It turned out that the ABS is OK and I finally got maintanenance records from the
dealer. Not sure why they did not let me see them before I purchased it because they
are fine and it would have eased my mind.
It has new Metzler tires, had a new clutch and shaft seal about 10k back and
regular fluid changes in the motor, trans and FD along with fuel/air filters etc.
So for an 05 with 44k on it it looks to be in good condition. Was quite a learning curve
so far switching to the BMW brand. I have had many Honda's, Yamaha's, a Gold Wing
and four Harleys so this is a different experience, but a nice one.
I thought I would miss my Harley more but when I went back to the dealer to order
an EBC rear rotor and new pads I saw the Street Glide sitting in the show room.
I really do not miss all the noise, vibrations and heat from the motor etc. I had put
quiet pipes on it for a while but let me tell you, you do not want to hear the TwinCam
motor run unless you like the sound of an industrial sewing machine. LOL But in all
honesty the 4 Harleys I have owned were great bikes and I had ZERO problems
with them and zero oil leaks from 2004 to 2012. Old technology but a bike with soul,
alot of fun to ride and built like a tank.
So now I am into a more sophisticated ride and a pure joy just to get on on the
"super slab" and cruise. I just do not want to stop and it could cruise 80mph all
day (although I do not do that of course). I will probably always ride with a
puckered butt though worrying about the FD failure and other issues. However
I am sure in time that will become more of a cautious and be prepared type of
concern.
I think I will get a spare FD if I go on a long trip out west.
So thanks again for all the kind and friendly advise!
Willie
and confusing so I am starting this one .
Thanks to all for the replies and advise !
It turned out that the ABS is OK and I finally got maintanenance records from the
dealer. Not sure why they did not let me see them before I purchased it because they
are fine and it would have eased my mind.
It has new Metzler tires, had a new clutch and shaft seal about 10k back and
regular fluid changes in the motor, trans and FD along with fuel/air filters etc.
So for an 05 with 44k on it it looks to be in good condition. Was quite a learning curve
so far switching to the BMW brand. I have had many Honda's, Yamaha's, a Gold Wing
and four Harleys so this is a different experience, but a nice one.
I thought I would miss my Harley more but when I went back to the dealer to order
an EBC rear rotor and new pads I saw the Street Glide sitting in the show room.
I really do not miss all the noise, vibrations and heat from the motor etc. I had put
quiet pipes on it for a while but let me tell you, you do not want to hear the TwinCam
motor run unless you like the sound of an industrial sewing machine. LOL But in all
honesty the 4 Harleys I have owned were great bikes and I had ZERO problems
with them and zero oil leaks from 2004 to 2012. Old technology but a bike with soul,
alot of fun to ride and built like a tank.
So now I am into a more sophisticated ride and a pure joy just to get on on the
"super slab" and cruise. I just do not want to stop and it could cruise 80mph all
day (although I do not do that of course). I will probably always ride with a
puckered butt though worrying about the FD failure and other issues. However
I am sure in time that will become more of a cautious and be prepared type of
concern.
I think I will get a spare FD if I go on a long trip out west.
So thanks again for all the kind and friendly advise!
Willie
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