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[T MAC]

TCnBham I have never ridden with you but have gotten ALOT of helpful information and insight from all the threads you have contributed to.  Taking time to help someone else and share experience is invaluable that is what I appreciate about the members on this site.   

I echo the responses here from the people that have gotten to know you and call you a friend over the years.  It would be a privlege to ride with you whatever you chose to ride and I hope that happens someday Tracy

[grc]

BMW K1200LT
2009
MSRP: $21,520
Freight: $ 495

Actual Price:  Highly Negotiable here in the midwest.  No "kiss my ass and I'll let you have it for only 3k over MSRP"

HP:  116
Torque:  86
Wet Weight:  835 lb.

Sampling of standard items:
Brakes - Integral ABS
Electro-Hydraulic Center Stand
Electrically Adjustable Windshield
Heated Grips, Seat, and Passenger Backrest
Central Locking
Alarm System
Cruise Control
Reverse Gear
etc.

Much more sophisticated frame, suspension, and drivetrain than H-D.  Seat height at 30.3 inches could be a problem for those of us who are vertically challenged, but I used to ride Yamaha's and Honda's that were every bit as tall if not taller so I'm sure I could adapt.  On the negative side is the appearance compared to a Harley, with the enclosed look similar to the Honda that many Harley fans don't care for.  On the other hand, I can't see what it looks like while I'm riding it, and I don't really care what anyone else thinks about how my bike looks.  I'm not into bar hopping and posing.

The totally amazing thing in my mind is the huge price difference.  CVO CUSE4 = $35995, BMW K1200LT = $21520  Even if you give the Harley credit for the paint job, you're still looking at $10k more for a lower performance, lower tech, poorer handling, and less reliable bike.  That seems like an awfully large premium for "style" or "soul" or whatever it is that Harley has been selling in place of quality and performance.

BIGDOG, let us know how things turn out.  And don't feel like the lone stranger, there are other's who are strongly considering a change of brands as well.  Your's truly is just one.

Jerry

[ccr]

Seriously, if we all have met because we have or want to have a HD CVO motorcycle, the bottom line connection is motorcycles. I would think the family would love all the motorcycles no matter what deficiencies or celebrity status any of them have.  Love them all.  Riding motorcycles is the connection.  I love mine, and love talking to anyone who loves theirs. 
Now lets just point them for a ride that-a-way, and have a good time.  We can share ride reports later. 

[RedFXR2]

I guess when a person rides an extremely unreliable product, the number of authorized dealers in the vicinity could be a very important factor.  However, if you ride a reliable product it probably won't be a big deal if there isn't an authorized dealership on every street corner.

This is a valid point.  I've always considered it a curious endorsement to talk about how many HD dealers are around.  It's actually pointing out a negative.  I've driven cars and trucks across the country, and into some remote areas of the western US and never pondered how far I'd have to walk or get towed to the nearest dealer if I broke down.  Because I knew the chances of breaking down were extremely slim.  I have to say I'd much rather not have to worry about the machine than take comfort in knowing that there's a dealer only 20 miles away (like I'm going to roll the bike into the bushes and walk 20 miles).

In all the car vacations I've driven on, I've never looked up where the nearest dealer was in relation to my proposed route.  But if I take the HD on anything more than a local day trip, I always do.  and I'm not even touring on it.  In the HD world, this is standard procedure.  The HOG books contain a national dealer directory just for this purpose.

[Midnight Rider]

This is my next bike, I've decided.  Excellent reviews, unbeleivable price, and I think it looks really good.

Coming soon, I hope...

[Hoist!]

This is my next bike, I've decided.  Excellent reviews, unbeleivable price, and I think it looks really good.

Coming soon, I hope...

HeHe!!! After all that, Terry's getting a Road King!!!









Yamaha, but RK knockoff.

Hoist!

[FNGw/08SERK]

HeHe!!! After all that, Terry's getting a Road King!!!









Yamaha, but RK knockoff.

Hoist!

Half the price of a SERK and no leaking expectations!!! 

[lilbear]

This is my next bike, I've decided.  Excellent reviews, unbeleivable price, and I think it looks really good.

Coming soon, I hope...

Terry,

I think it's a great bike for you!  Definitely a RK with a different mother!  Knowing you and how you'll start customizing, Corbin has some cavernous hard bags for that bike!  Keep us posted on your new Road King (I mean Yamaha)

Craig

[Hoist!]

Half the price of a SERK and no leaking expectations!!! 

Yeah, but not that far off from a regular RK!

Hoist!

[FNGw/08SERK]

Yeah, but not that far off from a regular RK!

Hoist!

....but it's got 113 cubes!!! 

[lilbear]

Yeah, but not that far off from a regular RK!

Hoist!

113 ci  vs.  96 ci ??

[Midnight Rider]

Terry,

I think it's a great bike for you!  Definitely a RK with a different mother!  Knowing you and how you'll start customizing, Corbin has some cavernous hard bags for that bike!  Keep us posted on your new Road King (I mean Yamaha)

Craig

Craig...I've been doing my research, as you probably guessed    I've found an 06 on the floor that never sold at a local Yamaha/Honda/Kaw dealer, and they've made me a price that's going to be hard to pass up.  So, I've been reading up on it...all reviews have been extremely positive regarding brakes, suspension.  The seating position is very good for me...windshield is too high, but I've already found a Rifle shield that will solve that issue and is better to boot.  Corbin makes heated seats, and as you mentioned, some nice looking hard bags for it.  Hoppe makes a REALLY nice fairing for it, with JBL stereo.  All that will be much later...for now, I can throw a t-bag or equivalant on the sissy bar and go.  113" motor, belt drive, 117tq/91hp, 12 hole injectors, dual 43mm TB with stacks, two into one.  TQ peaks at 2500rpm, so it's a stump puller.  It'll just be a rider...blacked out looks nice, and I won't be tempted to chrome it out, and won't need to upgrade all the functional components.  Even the pipe is supposed to have a good sound, so I'll probably leave it alone.  I'm having withdrawals, and this bike is affordable, an air cooled 48 degree V with dual counterbalancers, rigid mount, and I really like the retro look.  Sits well too, and 740 lbs.  190x17 rear tire, and 130x18 front.

Yea, Hoist...it's an RK knockoff, and it's not a HD, but it's a good platform to move forward with as funds become available.

[FNGw/08SERK]

It'll be good to have you back in the wind Terry! 

[Fired00d]

Craig...I've been doing my research, as you probably guessed    I've found an 06 on the floor that never sold at a local Yamaha/Honda/Kaw dealer, and they've made me a price that's going to be hard to pass up.  So, I've been reading up on it...all reviews have been extremely positive regarding brakes, suspension.  The seating position is very good for me...windshield is too high, but I've already found a Rifle shield that will solve that issue and is better to boot.  Corbin makes heated seats, and as you mentioned, some nice looking hard bags for it.  Hoppe makes a REALLY nice fairing for it, with JBL stereo.  All that will be much later...for now, I can throw a t-bag or equivalant on the sissy bar and go.  113" motor, belt drive, 117tq/91hp, 12 hole injectors, dual 43mm TB with stacks, two into one.  TQ peaks at 2500rpm, so it's a stump puller.  It'll just be a rider...blacked out looks nice, and I won't be tempted to chrome it out, and won't need to upgrade all the functional components.  Even the pipe is supposed to have a good sound, so I'll probably leave it alone.  I'm having withdrawals, and this bike is affordable, an air cooled 48 degree V with dual counterbalancers, rigid mount, and I really like the retro look.  Sits well too, and 740 lbs.  190x17 rear tire, and 130x18 front.

Yea, Hoist...it's an RK knockoff, and it's not a HD, but it's a good platform to move forward with as funds become available.

Hot damn!!!! I don't care what it is as long as you're back on two wheels. Git-r-done it's still not to late to get to MV08. Wouldn't be right if I didn't get to see you and Diva.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[Midnight Rider]

It'll be good to have you back in the wind Terry! 

Yea, GH...it's tough without anything to ride.  The biggest problem I have right now is getting time off work, but at least I can ride back and forth to work and a few day rides here and there.  By this time next year, I'll be able to put a few days in a row together, and this bike will rack up miles easily, from what I've read.  Throwing a leg over will be good, regardless of brand!!