Quote Originally Posted by birdmove View Post
Welcome! I do not own one, but am also thin king of getting one. I am almost done reading this entire thread, and there is loads of great information here. I see you are thinking of the new model with the springer front end. So far, in m y reading, only one or two have bought that one so far. The other new one has the same "peanut" tank as the springer model, but has traditional front forks on it. That is the one I am considering. I would advise you not to buy the earlier model. They are selling those off and these two new models replace them. You can tell the earlier model by the very unique fuel tank, and very unique handlebars. The problem with those is the large number that develop gas leaks at that tank. They don't all leak, but the very questionable mounting system they used is an accident waiting to happen. Many owners had to get warranty gas tanks, and some of those leaded. I understand the new models have a much better mount, and I expect no problems. Personally, I didn't like the older handlebars either, or the looks of the older tanks, but that is personal opinion. I wish these came with a kick start and standard tubeless wheels, but I understand, if the seals on the stock wheels (spoke wheels with seals) you can put tubes in them and run them that way. I think these are nice looking bikes, and I am soon to be 60 and have ridden for over 52 years now. I am fine with a smaller motorcycle. I also am glad that these bikes run a pushrod engine rather than an OHC with cam chain and tensioner. Valves will be a snap to adjust on these, as will about any maintenance needed. There are some known issues, and you may want to read through this thread.
Thanks for replying and I have read through most of the beginning pages but I know I got more to go! I actually didn't notice that the model I was considering had the springer type front fork until the sales rep I was talking to online pointed that out and the fact that you just confirmed that as well. haha well I guess that was a huge noob mistake on my part. SO I guess Ill be considering the model with the traditional fork like you because I don't want the springer. I just personally don't like them. I can just find some ape hanger bars like I want to fit this bike somewhere or make some. I think its awesome a person like you with years of experience is taking the time to spread your knowledge to us younger guys. I feel we need more of that!!