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[Fiberguy]

Does anyone know if HD corporate just stuck it to us 2013 CVO buyers?  I was hoping on the Gold Key and I do believe it may have went the way of the Buffalo.  Probably to increase the profit margins for the HD suits.  After all, we just paid thousands upon thousands of dollars, and that key had to cost Harley Davidson a whopping $1.20.  

Hey, HD...if you are listening....I like the little key.  I would stare at it all day at work, keeping my bike on my mind, which equates to more miles ridden, and more mods being bought, and wearing out the CVO sooner.  It makes sense to give us that little piece of Brass so you can make millions.  It was a token of thanks from Harley to us, but what the hell.  Many years ago I bought a Honda and think they gave me a Rice cake with the company emblem on it, and a small piece of raw squid tied to a hunk of Seaweed.  Never figured that out because the Squid wasn't big enough for any of my hooks, and the Rice cake tasted like crap without the frosting.

Come on guys, dummy up the key!

I heard I was supposed to get two passes to tour the CVO factory in PA.  Didn't get those either. Probably a good idea because I would try to track down the idiot that done away with the keys.

[Bowman1836]

That sux I didn't know they quit the gold key. Glad I got the 2012

[Boxman88]

HD factory tour is Free in York.

[Kingspoke]

I'm just pissed I only got one!  

What happened to the his and hers keys?  

Just kidding of course!

[grc]

Does anyone know if HD corporate just stuck it to us 2013 CVO buyers?  I was hoping on the Gold Key and I do believe it may have went the way of the Buffalo.  Probably to increase the profit margins for the HD suits.  After all, we just paid thousands upon thousands of dollars, and that key had to cost Harley Davidson a whopping $1.20.  

Hey, HD...if you are listening....I like the little key.  I would stare at it all day at work, keeping my bike on my mind, which equates to more miles ridden, and more mods being bought, and wearing out the CVO sooner.  It makes sense to give us that little piece of Brass so you can make millions.  It was a token of thanks from Harley to us, but what the hell.  Many years ago I bought a Honda and think they gave me a Rice cake with the company emblem on it, and a small piece of raw squid tied to a hunk of Seaweed.  Never figured that out because the Squid wasn't big enough for any of my hooks, and the Rice cake tasted like crap without the frosting.

Come on guys, dummy up the key!

I heard I was supposed to get two passes to tour the CVO factory in PA.  Didn't get those either. Probably a good idea because I would try to track down the idiot that done away with the keys.

That was two passes for the Harley Museum in Milwaukee, at least that was what I read somewhere.


Jerry

[sesto123]

Yup, no key this year. Must the museum passes and a useless medallion which I have yet to receive

[ftmyerscobra]

The sealer told me the Key was in the saddle bag. When I got home and couldnt find it I called them. They didnt even know the key was discontinued. Still waiting for my passes .

[grc]

I assume the price of brass must have gone up like so many other "precious" metals and the Harley "brass" decided to save a couple bucks by eliminating the key.  For those who must have one, I think you can still buy one from your friendly dealer for about $90.    http://www.harley-davidson.com/gma/gma_product.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524448765091&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302321659&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=2534374302321659&locale=en_US&bmUID=1350063417743&bmLocale=en_US


Jerry

[inferno1976]

Yeah, I was very disappointed also. I was really looking forward to getting that key of personal accomplishment.  The MoCo decided at the last minute to change from a Gold Key to a Commemorative Coin.  That's why none of the dealers knew about the change.  So I ordered myself a Gold Key anyway!

[FLY-DOG]

Does anyone know if HD corporate just stuck it to us 2013 CVO buyers?  I was hoping on the Gold Key and I do believe it may have went the way of the Buffalo.  Probably to increase the profit margins for the HD suits.  After all, we just paid thousands upon thousands of dollars, and that key had to cost Harley Davidson a whopping $1.20.  

Hey, HD...if you are listening....I like the little key.  I would stare at it all day at work, keeping my bike on my mind, which equates to more miles ridden, and more mods being bought, and wearing out the CVO sooner.  It makes sense to give us that little piece of Brass so you can make millions.  It was a token of thanks from Harley to us, but what the hell.  Many years ago I bought a Honda and think they gave me a Rice cake with the company emblem on it, and a small piece of raw squid tied to a hunk of Seaweed.  Never figured that out because the Squid wasn't big enough for any of my hooks, and the Rice cake tasted like crap without the frosting.

Come on guys, dummy up the key!

I heard I was supposed to get two passes to tour the CVO factory in PA.  Didn't get those either. Probably a good idea because I would try to track down the idiot that done away with the keys.

Oh come on now, really..that's important to you?  I don't even know where I put mine, if I come across it you want me to mail it to you?

[eaglecvma]

Has anyone recived the coin that is suppossed to replace the key yet?

[dlaws01]

I would have bought a new bike but since they don't have the "special" gold key . . . forget it!

[serg18]

I dont think thats his point. i believe it is more the principle not the key value. 

[Kingspoke]

It was a tradition set by Harley Davidson that was unique to the proud owners of the CVO.  I know it is not of much material value, but it is also another place where Harley's bean counters should not try cutting corners.  I don't really cherish it, but I think it is a nice touch of class. 

Mercedes AMG does a similar presentation with a special booklet, $100 gift card from Sax Fifth Ave., special edition DVD, etc.  Just to remind you that you purchased their flagship vehicle(s).

[Bigtow]

Oh come on now, really..that's important to you?  I don't even know where I put mine, if I come across it you want me to mail it to you?

So why did you buy a cvo ?