Which bike do you like more? - Bimmerfest

Ryan... · #1 05-07-2009, 02:09 PM

The last bike I went to buy fell apart (literally the clutch stopped working, and issues arose with the title), so I've now found two bigger, better bikes. They're 04 Buell Firebolts, the XB12R (1200cc), roughly the same mileage, and the price is also very close. My question is: which do you all think looks better? I like both but can't decide which to go with!

First option:

Second option:

AndrewZ · #2 05-07-2009, 02:15 PM

blk

AndrewZ · #3 05-07-2009, 02:16 PM

we need a motorcycle forum..

jetter2 · #4 05-07-2009, 02:21 PM

stay away from buell

Ryan... · #5 05-07-2009, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by jetter2

stay away from buell

I can't, once you've been on one, or heard one, you cannot go back to that rice grinder sound

A family friend works for a dealer, so essentially any problems can be taken care of quickly. Harleys have been in the family longer than I have, it's only natural for me to get one. My family practically disowned me after I picked up my CBR...

Ryan... · #6 05-07-2009, 02:24 PM

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Originally Posted by luvthatsam

we need a motorcycle forum..

+1

AndrewZ · #7 05-07-2009, 02:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Ryans E39

+1

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...08#post4162108

Doesn't hurt to ask...

Ryan... · #8 05-07-2009, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by LuvThatSam

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/sho...08#post4162108

Doesn't hurt to ask...

I added my opinion!

MMMM_ERT · #9 05-07-2009, 03:00 PM

Between the two... Red.

But I prefer this one most...

chicagofan00 · #10 05-07-2009, 03:01 PM

I would have chose red, but those wheels look horrible with the red so I went with black in the poll.

Ryan... · #11 05-07-2009, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by MMMM_ERT

Between the two... Red.

But I prefer this one most...

Is that your bike???? BEAUTIFUL!!!

I would like something like that, but I figure I'll stick with the rockets until my body no longer allows it

Ryan... · #12 05-07-2009, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by chicagofan00

I would have chose red, but those wheels look horrible with the red so I went with black in the poll.

I chose red for the poll, I've never actually liked red on any vehicle, but it's growing on me very quickly...

MMMM_ERT · #13 05-07-2009, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Ryans E39

Is that your bike???? BEAUTIFUL!!!

It's the exact bike I've been looking at getting. The model is Cross Bones, retro-bobber.

Ryan... · #14 05-07-2009, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by MMMM_ERT

It's the exact bike I've been looking at getting. The model is Cross Bones, retro-bobber.

What's keeping you from getting it (you don't have to tell me if it's personal)? That is an amazing looking bike, love the retro seat... Unfortunately you can't really do this with a bike like that:

MMMM_ERT · #15 05-07-2009, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Ryans E39

What's keeping you from getting it (you don't have to tell me if it's personal)? That is an amazing looking bike, love the retro seat...

The reason...major purchase ($19K) in an unstable economy...I'd rather hold onto the cash for right now.

...oh...that an my wife isn't too happy about it.

It is absolutely beautiful...

Ryan... · #16 05-07-2009, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by MMMM_ERT

The reason...major purchase ($19K) in an unstable economy...I'd rather hold onto the cash for right now.

...oh...that an my wife isn't too happy about it.

It is absolutely beautiful...

That is quite pricey, but if I was spending your money I'd go for it

Is she not happy about the
A. price
B. the fact that there's no place for her to sit
C. all of the above?

biglovemp · #17 05-07-2009, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by MMMM_ERT

Between the two... Red.

But I prefer this one most...

Quote:

Originally Posted by MMMM_ERT

It's the exact bike I've been looking at getting. The model is Cross Bones, retro-bobber.

Is it me or does that guy look just like the guy in props photochop?

MMMM_ERT · #18 05-07-2009, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Ryans E39

That is quite pricey, but if I was spending your money I'd go for it

Is she not happy about the
A. price
B. the fact that there's no place for her to sit
C. all of the above?

Harleys are damn expensive...but I don't want to buy a used one...I want one out of the crate. Every mile will by mine.

Price/cost is not her beef...my wife is awesome in many ways and letting me spend $$ is never an issue.
The issue is safety...she wants to keep me alive and in one piece for some strange reason.

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Originally Posted by biglovemp

Is it me or does that guy look just like the guy in props photochop?

Kinda doesn't it...

The real question is still...is it me or is it a buddy of mine I had pose for that prop pic?

Ryan... · #19 05-07-2009, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by MMMM_ERT

Harleys are damn expensive...but I don't want to buy a used one...I want one out of the crate. Every mile will by mine.

Price/cost is not her beef...my wife is awesome in many ways and letting me spend $$ is never an issue.
The issue is safety...she wants to keep me alive and in one piece for some strange reason.

Damn, that is strange...