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Originally Posted by jinglebob
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I've looked at a lot of bikes in the medium to heavyweight cruiser range (including some of the Japanese bikes...sorry...) and it really comes down to three that hit me just right...the Triumph America (engine on the small side), the Victory Kingpin 8-Ball (would require some outfitting with bags and shield) and the Street Bob (also bags and shield). Of the three, the Triumph is the least expensive...the Kingpin is a little less than the Bob.
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Incidentally, Bigfoot...very nice ride and that last photo of the bike with the mountains in the background...that's a classic...I uploaded it and put it in my screensaver slide show...hope that's OK!!
J-Bob
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No problems on scooping up the photo. That's what they get posted for. That photo was taken a week ago (on May 3 2008) approaching the Idaho/Montana border on the I 15. Below freezing, but the roads were clear.
I looked at the Triumph American as well before I bought my 1200 Sportster. I'm glad I bought the Harley, Although the Sportster was a little small for my 6'2" body. The American feels bigger than a 1200 Sportster. I just bought the Street Bob. Much better bike for my size and style. That Triumph is a beautiful bike, but not in the same class as a Street Bob. IMHO.
As far as heat goes. The Harley's do run hot. Where I live that's an advantage. But riding in Phoenix a couple weeks ago temperatures were in the high 80's. The backs of my thighs were getting very warm in slow traffic. Once you get moving the engine heat wasn't a factor. If you live in very hot climate and plan a lot of start/stop riding an oil cooler or parade fan would be a good idea.
Another one from my last long ride. Apr 29 2008 Route 66 Arizona.
