Modern Vespa

Picked up my new bike today. I know I said I was going to get a MP3 but this bike is a limited edition and it looks and rides incredible. Oh by the way I still have my Vespa and the guys at the HD dealer love the scoot.

Nice VROD! Welcome to the club.

I see your Vespa tucked in the corner of that picture, it looks like it is

Hmm... does having that Harley really prevent you from getting the MP3? I don't think so, you know?

-Rick

The Vespa is in its special Vespa ONLY parking spot. I haven't figured where to put the Harley Davidson yet. The Harley also has no place to put stuff so I still have to use my Vespa for errands and going to and from work.

Ahhh what problems...

that's a bad lookin' hog.

Wow. That thing is solid. I love it. Congrats!

A girlfriend of mine has the very same bike. Very nice!!!!

I like it! Congrats on the HD, it is a sweet looking ride, Beale.

evil.....

Nice! With the red trim, it reminds me of the original Batmobile.



Mel

Very nice. I hope to one day have something in the garage to keep the GTS company. Something like a BMW 1200GS or a Triumph 900 Scrambler.

NOt sure how to share this dream with Kim though....

You got a V-Rod !!
The fastest crusier made or something like that.
Thats a hot bike makes about 145MPH.

The baddest, most technologically advanced, and most interesting Harley ever made. Porsche very involved in the engine, how bad could that be? The only HFD I'd ever own, too btw. Good choice.....

You hit the nail on the head. What can I say I am a geek to the bone. Tell me advanced technology I go bonkers. Just consider it a palm pilot the HD way. Besides I always wanted a Porsche anyway so I killed a 2 birds with this stone.

Here is the rear view.

Is that like a "Night Train" V-Rod?

VRODs are teh only Harleys I'd buy.

That's hawt. Nice ride.

And, you saved at least 50 G in the process! ("see dear, we're saving a ton of money by buying this")

If Harley were to elegantly combine the Nightster with the V-Rod engine, I might lust after it a bit.

Good luck with your bike, I'm sure you'll enjoy it. You have now joined the ranks of the "other side",
I hope you have some thick skin! Be ready for some ribbing from some of the scooterists.
Here's a pic of my "scoot".

07 Deluxe, 1584cc, 6 speed, with a a subtle hint of chrome.

sweet! have fun on it!

Very nice. I was reading about these, it claims a 5 gallon fuel tank under the seat. What is the fuel tank looking piece in between the seat and the headset (the "normal" location), just a cover?

Now if only Harley would put the V rod motor in a FL touring frame. Then they could sell every bike they made. Oh...nevermind.

Wow, That's a Harley huh? The cruisers that roll around here don't look like THAT!

That is one hot bike! Now the question is, will ya still ride alongside scooterists when on her?

mm I betcha you would...

Rb

Now comes the fun part.
Harleys are like golf, the clubs are the cheap part.
Oil change $100 more
Pipes $800-$1200 depending on what and if you can
find a deal online. Vance and Hines $400 on line for Road King
got some for a friend. I'll bet V-Rod More.
Some kind of commander thing like a CDI.
Harley guys look for loud and fast. I know your fast but
those pipes aren't loud,in Harley terms.
That is the sports car of Harleys not a pig in the parking lot
and will fly on the road. To ride with the Vespas will be hard,
may not get out of 2nd gear. GTS will keep up better.
Maybe you can train the Harley guys about Vespas
move a few to our side.
Be careful you are walking on the darkside.
"Use the force Luke"

You can't make a Harley more Harley than it already is.

Most people fall into the domino catagory of changing out the pipes, carbs, jetting, etc ad infinitum.

Just ride the things as they are. They already are pure Harley Davidson and any change is really taking away from them not adding to them.

All that money on aftermarket performance CRAP just takes the bikes further and further away from the design perameters the engines were designed to run and last longest in.

Don't mean to sound offensive to anyone here but... Its already a Harley. It can't be any more Harley. Why not just let it be in all its Hog-glory and be satisfied.

Roadbum

I don't disagree Roadbum.
A friend of mine sells used Harleys so I hang with
those guys all the time, so I know the mind set.
You are right that bike is perfect.
But Ido believe Harley makes more money in add ons
and clothes than they do bikes.

very nice..!

Just getting on my BV500 and using my legs to push it back wards out of the garage seems like a chore. There's a small lip between the driveway and the garage floor which gives me trouble. It seem like maneuvering something the size of the VROD would be really tough. Of course, I've only had the BV500 for a month and I'm still learning. Any insights?

You're right about the accessories/lifestyle. I think I heard or read somewhere they actually survived the depression on sales from their clothing line not the bikes. Go figure, eh?

Man that is one pretty bike...

Rb

I think its better to walk the bike out instead of sitting on it and trying to push while seated. Try standing next to it with both hands on the bars.

Rb

For the quarter ending 10/31/06, HD net revenues were $4.3 billion dollars (3 quarters). In Billions, HD motorcycle sales were $3.4, motorcycle parts and accessories were $0.69, HD motor-clothes and general accessories were $0.21.

HD survived the depression with it's military contracts.

I wonder where they post the best profit%.
Bike sales dollars will always be higher.
Price of the bike is alot more than the price
of a jacket.

Nice looking bike! You can store it in my garage anytime you need the space. 8)

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That's some interesting Hx, care to expand on that one Gary?

Well, he could put a blond in a bikini on the back. Her hair would go great with the black paint finish.

What's a Harley without a Harley Honey?

Chris

Yep, the coolant tank is below.