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[DTR]

Hi all, newbie here. Been cruising around reading posts, and now I have a predicament! I have a huge crush on the Breakout, but haven't been able to get one from any dealers around. Well today, a dealer called me, said they brought 3 show models back from Sturgis, 1 of each color! I've never owned a bike, and have only ridden an 80cc dirt bike a few times in the past...

So first off, is this bike a bad bike to learn on? I'm actually nervous about taking the plunge! I race snowmobiles, so am familiar with powersports, but am still nervous!

Second conundrum is with the 2014 model right around the corner, is it dumb to buy a 2013 this late in the year when I could order a 2014?

Last issue, would be color....seems everyone has a black bike, so not crazy about "blending in." However, the blue is sweet, but not crazy about blue in general. I do like the red, yet the girlfriend (she has a 2010 Street Bob - midnight pearl) doesn't like red! grr..... However, I have an International Lonestar semi, Harley edition, which is black with a grey stripe and orange outline.....I could always have the black one painted to match my truck.....

Anyone have any opinions?

Thanks.

[DTR]

My truck

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[Fired00d]

If you look at this thread - 2014 CARB sheets are posted (reply #3) seems there will be a 2014 CVO Breakout (of which should be released this weekend I believe). I'd go look at the bikes the dealer has... pick out the one you like best and see if they will hold it a week while you wait on the new ones to come out. Then you can decide if you want to get a '13 or a '14.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[Buy early]

Hi all, newbie here. Been cruising around reading posts, and now I have a predicament! I have a huge crush on the Breakout, but haven't been able to get one from any dealers around. Well today, a dealer called me, said they brought 3 show models back from Sturgis, 1 of each color! I've never owned a bike, and have only ridden an 80cc dirt bike a few times in the past...

So first off, is this bike a bad bike to learn on? I'm actually nervous about taking the plunge! I race snowmobiles, so am familiar with powersports, but am still nervous!

Second conundrum is with the 2014 model right around the corner, is it dumb to buy a 2013 this late in the year when I could order a 2014?

Last issue, would be color....seems everyone has a black bike, so not crazy about "blending in." However, the blue is sweet, but not crazy about blue in general. I do like the red, yet the girlfriend (she has a 2010 Street Bob - midnight pearl) doesn't like red! grr..... However, I have an International Lonestar semi, Harley edition, which is black with a grey stripe and orange outline.....I could always have the black one painted to match my truck.....

Anyone have any opinions?

Thanks.

Opinions, we got 'em! Welcome aboard. Hope you enjoy this great site.

To my knowledge they didn't make a blue CVO Breakout. Colors were red, black/chrome, and gold. If you found a blue CVO Breakout, you might want to jump on it. As to this year or next, I agree with dood, wait a few days and see what the new ones are like. You WILL be able to find a 2013 in the color you like if you don't like the '14's.

Enjoy the hunt and post some photos when you kill one.

[clubhes]

If you look at this thread - 2014 CARB sheets are posted (reply #3) seems there will be a 2014 CVO Breakout (of which should be released this weekend I believe). I'd go look at the bikes the dealer has... pick out the one you like best and see if they will hold it a week while you wait on the new ones to come out. Then you can decide if you want to get a '13 or a '14.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

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[mbrewer566]

Hi all, newbie here. Been cruising around reading posts, and now I have a predicament! I have a huge crush on the Breakout, but haven't been able to get one from any dealers around. Well today, a dealer called me, said they brought 3 show models back from Sturgis, 1 of each color! I've never owned a bike, and have only ridden an 80cc dirt bike a few times in the past...

So first off, is this bike a bad bike to learn on? I'm actually nervous about taking the plunge! I race snowmobiles, so am familiar with powersports, but am still nervous!

Second conundrum is with the 2014 model right around the corner, is it dumb to buy a 2013 this late in the year when I could order a 2014?

Last issue, would be color....seems everyone has a black bike, so not crazy about "blending in." However, the blue is sweet, but not crazy about blue in general. I do like the red, yet the girlfriend (she has a 2010 Street Bob - midnight pearl) doesn't like red! grr..... However, I have an International Lonestar semi, Harley edition, which is black with a grey stripe and orange outline.....I could always have the black one painted to match my truck.....

Anyone have any opinions?

Thanks.

If the only experience you have is with a small dirt bike, this size bike (Harley or any other) is NOT the bike to learn on.  Get a small or medium size Japanese bike of your choice (500-750 cc), used, and ride it for at least 6 months.  Please do not risk your life with this as your first bike.

[psdj52]

If the only experience you have is with a small dirt bike, this size bike (Harley or any other) is NOT the bike to learn on.  Get a small or medium size Japanese bike of your choice (500-750 cc), used, and ride it for at least 6 months.  Please do not risk your life with this as your first bike.

 I disagree with this statement. I was under your same conditions back in 2008. My only experience was riding small dirt bikes and mini bikes when I was a kid. I fell in love with the Crossbones and the rest was history. What I would suggest is taking a motorcycle safety course prior to getting the bike. That is what I did and had no problems what so ever. I just traded the Crossbones this year for a '13 CVO Breakout. You have to learn sooner or later. If you take the course and don't feel comfortable, don't get a bike. Remember, the bike only goes as fast as you want it to. Doesn't matter if it is a Harley or a scooter. Good luck and enjoy.

[Z06_Pilot]

Hi, and Welcome!!

First off,  I would say, do yourself a BIG favor....take the Harley Rider's Edge riding course....yea, I know there are state classes you can take for $50 or so.  The RE classes are typcially MUCH smaller and the instructor's are very familiar with big cruiser bikes, and they provide great pointers during the class related to them.  After you learn to properly use the friction zone under various circumstances, and properly navigate the "quadrant of death", you will be ready to ride any bike.

Secondly, get the DVD "Ride Like a Pro".  Jerry shows you how anyone can handle even a gigantic police bike, in low speed maneuvers with ease and confidence.  I watch this DVD at the beginning of each riding season, take my cones to a parking lot on a weekend, and do some of the exercises.....riding a bike is dead serious business, and practice in off-street conditions helps me to keep my skills sharp.

I rode dirt bikes, like the OP, when I was younger.  Decided to get back into motorcycling in 2008, and took the Harley class.  Expensive but WELL worth the cost.

My first bike right out of the gate was a 2008 Softail Custom....

I bought the one I wanted as my first cruiser, and taking the RE class had me fully prepared to handle it with absolutely no issues.

The Breakout is a VERY low bike so riding it is actually very easy.  It inspires a lot of confidence as soon as you sit on it because virtually everyone can hold it up, flat footed, easily.  The bars come back to meet your hands giving you an upright, comfortable riding position.  

As big bikes go, the Breakout is light(comparing it to all of the Harley touring models that take a good deal of practice to figure out)

The wide rear tire takes just a little getting used to, but it's a minor detail you will figure out right away....

[blacktop]

I disagree with this statement. I was under your same conditions back in 2008. My only experience was riding small dirt bikes and mini bikes when I was a kid. I fell in love with the Crossbones and the rest was history. What I would suggest is taking a motorcycle safety course prior to getting the bike. That is what I did and had no problems what so ever. I just traded the Crossbones this year for a '13 CVO Breakout. You have to learn sooner or later. If you take the course and don't feel comfortable, don't get a bike. Remember, the bike only goes as fast as you want it to. Doesn't matter if it is a Harley or a scooter. Good luck and enjoy.

I would agree with this comment. I never rode a bike of any king in my life until '99. It was an 900 lb HD Ultra Classic. I had no troubles at all handling the bike. Taking a MC course is very good advise. I would take the plunge assuming you like the '13 colors that they have in stock.

[mbrewer566]

Everyone has an opinion, only you can decide.  I have 2 friends who had serious injuries on Harleys, with little experience on heavy bikes.  They are NOT easy to ride just because they sit low.  They are heavy, and the laws of physics for mass in motion are unforgiving.  In one case, my friend had years of dirt bike experience, even on larger dirt bikes.  He took out a brand new Sportster, and at the first intersection, couldn't stop in time and laid it down.  Road rash and several hundred dollars of damage.  He got up and the first thing he said was, Wow, this doesn't ride like a dirt bike.  In the second case, a friend bought a Fat Boy, and didn't even make it home from the dealership.  He misjudged turn speed, went off the road into a ditch, and ended up with rods in his broken leg.

Have at it, it's a great, fun sport, but the danger never goes away.

[89Speedy]

If the only experience you have is with a small dirt bike, this size bike (Harley or any other) is NOT the bike to learn on.  Get a small or medium size Japanese bike of your choice (500-750 cc), used, and ride it for at least 6 months.  Please do not risk your life with this as your first bike.
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Have you seen the size of this guy's truck??  I think he can drive anything!!

[Dobeman2000]

I can only speak from my own experience here, but my first bike was a Deluxe (never rode a motorcycle in my life before that).  I took my time on back roads and probably should have opted for a course, but after awhile it felt second nature.  As far as finding a 13' breakout goes,good luck- they are out there, but few and far between-most are not at dealers.  And I expect a price increase with the 13's from private sellers now that the 14's have come out and they don't hold a candle to the look of the 13's (in my opinion).

[DTR]

Pulled the trigger! Money down on a 2014 black Beeakout (standard)! Should be here next week!!!

[GregKhougaz]

Pulled the trigger! Money down on a 2014 black Beeakout (standard)! Should be here next week!!!

Nice shot.  Congratulations!