Harley Davidson

**Bettyboo** · 19-09-2011, 03:11 PM

Sorry T, bored at work, I am...

Actually, I agree with R that unless you've driven the beast (and I've never driven a HD) then who's to know?

I pass a new K showroom every day, and some of the bikes do look nice... I've got a car, but the missus uses it quite a lot, and it'd be nice to have a second means opf transportation... My life is dull, so a bit of fun/enjoyment would be nice (don't want to die though).

I haven't really budgeted to spend any cash on anything over the next few months, but 150k or so would be possible. I'd need to drive on Rama 2 and around the ringroad for about 30kms, so a little bike is probably no good, but I don't think I can justify a 600 (commutor/racierish thingy). I do like the look of the little sports bike, but it's probably not a good idea...

I'm getting close to the stage where I might just do something on a whim and worry about it later. I don't even have a Thai motorbike license, but that should be easy top get. Not sure is the answer.

**Rigger** · 19-09-2011, 03:40 PM

Originally Posted by Travelmate

Originally Posted by Rigger

Originally Posted by Travelmate

Any pics of your Harley? Rigger

No don't have any and am at work. Going to put some 16" apes on next time home.

Will the wiring & cables be hidden in the apes?

No I will not be spending big money on this one as I may upgrade to a newer model in 6 months time.

**Marmite the Dog** · 19-09-2011, 10:39 PM

Originally Posted by Bettyboo

Sorry T, bored at work, I am...

Actually, I agree with R that unless you've driven the beast (and I've never driven a HD) then who's to know?

I pass a new K showroom every day, and some of the bikes do look nice... I've got a car, but the missus uses it quite a lot, and it'd be nice to have a second means opf transportation... My life is dull, so a bit of fun/enjoyment would be nice (don't want to die though).

I haven't really budgeted to spend any cash on anything over the next few months, but 150k or so would be possible. I'd need to drive on Rama 2 and around the ringroad for about 30kms, so a little bike is probably no good, but I don't think I can justify a 600 (commutor/racierish thingy). I do like the look of the little sports bike, but it's probably not a good idea...

I'm getting close to the stage where I might just do something on a whim and worry about it later. I don't even have a Thai motorbike license, but that should be easy top get. Not sure is the answer.

You ought to try the Honda (CBR250) as well. It doesn't have the top end that the baby Ninja has, but it's probably better suited to normal road conditions. It's obviously built to a higher standard as well.

**palexxxx** · 20-09-2011, 08:45 AM

Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

You ought to try the Honda (CBR250) as well. It doesn't have the top end that the baby Ninja has, but it's probably better suited to normal road conditions. It's obviously built to a higher standard as well.

Do you mean this one?

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**palexxxx** · 20-09-2011, 08:54 AM

^ I like it, I've seen them advertised for 105,000 baht (about $3500 Aus) whereas they sell here in Aust. for around $6,000. I think I'll be getting one when I land over there at the end of the year.

**Rigger** · 20-09-2011, 09:01 AM

Please dont fill the Harley thread with honda rubbish

This thread is about real motorcyles

**FailSafe** · 20-09-2011, 09:25 AM

The Honda 250 is a great beginner's or 'height-challenged' person's bike- for an experienced rider or average male physique, it's an anemic one-lunger that's not much faster than some scooters (I took a test-ride on one not long ago).

Toss in another 50K and look for something better on the used market.

**manpet** · 23-09-2011, 11:59 AM

Rick has some very good points if you are a Harley rider, you would understand them, To me all bikes are different & fun to ride but the important thing is to find a bike that you gel with , over the years i have owned many jap bikes & Harleys at the moment i ride a 08 Street Glide 105 , i feel comfortable with this bike for the type of riding i do around Thailand , it has its faults! what make or type of bike does"nt ? but all round a Harley is a great bike sure you get a lot of attension up country at gas stn etc from Thais & if you handle this in a humble mannor sure it puts a smile on your face people admireing your ride, talking & making friends, photos with them, i was already smileing on the hiways riding a nice machine & as an ice breaker anywhere you cant beat a Harley, Dont knock it untill you have done it ( harley knockers) No! Im not gay either!

**Travelmate** · 23-09-2011, 12:06 PM

Originally Posted by manpet

i ride a 08 Street Glide 105

Where do you ride in Thailand?
Have you ridden thru Bkk on that thing?

**peterpan** · 23-09-2011, 01:13 PM

Originally Posted by manpet

No! Im not gay either!

Sure you ain't, with a Harley and a nick like Manpet

**manpet** · 24-09-2011, 10:49 AM

Originally Posted by Travelmate

Originally Posted by manpet

i ride a 08 Street Glide 105

Where do you ride in Thailand?
Have you ridden thru Bkk on that thing?

Told you it has its faults, but yes i have a few times & would swap for a honda airblade any day! not everything is perfect,

**manpet** · 24-09-2011, 11:00 AM

Originally Posted by peterpan

Originally Posted by manpet

No! Im not gay either!

Sure you ain't, with a Harley and a nick like Manpet

so you belive all Harley riders are gay? not that anything a wooden top with someone else pulling there strings has to say is important,(Puppet!)

**Bettyboo** · 24-09-2011, 12:07 PM

Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

You ought to try the Honda (CBR250) as well. It doesn't have the top end that the baby Ninja has, but it's probably better suited to normal road conditions. It's obviously built to a higher standard as well.

^ Would this little 250 machine be okay on a 30km commute on fast roads (ringroad) or a problem when the big cement trucks thunder by?

It doesn't get much more pointless than that... (unless you have 000,000s of kms ahead of you on an Aussie or US road, probably why most UK/Europeans are less fond of the 'beasts').

**Marmite the Dog** · 24-09-2011, 12:12 PM

Originally Posted by Bettyboo

Would this little 250 machine be okay on a 30km commute on fast roads (ringroad) or a problem when the big cement trucks thunder by?

I think the idea is that you thunder past the cement trucks. The little Honda would piss all over most Hardleys. Why not see if you can get a test ride on one.

**Bettyboo** · 24-09-2011, 12:15 PM

^ there's a nice Honda showroom just a bit down from the Kawa showroom, I'm going today, and will report back later!

**Rigger** · 24-09-2011, 01:35 PM

Bettyboo Thailand has some great roads and harleys are a great way to get around in comfort style. Nice seat for the wife and your able to carry alot gear.
I went for the road king as I strip it down or add the same bits that are on the ultras.

**Bettyboo** · 24-09-2011, 01:48 PM

^ fair enough, mate. If you tour around and have fun then good luck to you and enjoy...

It's also cultural. I wouldn't spend money on a HD, but I would on a speed tripple which is probably just as 'senseless' in some ways.

**Rigger** · 25-09-2011, 02:44 PM

Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

Originally Posted by Bettyboo

Would this little 250 machine be okay on a 30km commute on fast roads (ringroad) or a problem when the big cement trucks thunder by?

I think the idea is that you thunder past the cement trucks. The little Honda would piss all over most Hardleys. Why not see if you can get a test ride on one.

I doubt that very much MTD
Ever ridden a Harley ?

**Marmite the Dog** · 25-09-2011, 04:40 PM

Originally Posted by Rigger

Ever ridden a Harley ?

No. I don't like being fucked up the arse by men in leather chaps.

**Rigger** · 25-09-2011, 04:57 PM

Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

I don't like being fucked up the arse by men in leather chaps.

Well then stop doing it if you dont like it.

How many guys on harleys do you see wearing chaps in Thailand. So you have never ridden a harley but you spew shit about them because ?
Your jealous ?
Cant afford one ?
Dont like anything American ?
all of above

For a person that has less years on a bike than my 6 year old son you sure talk shit

**Marmite the Dog** · 25-09-2011, 07:40 PM

Originally Posted by Rigger

Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

I don't like being fucked up the arse by men in leather chaps.

Well then stop doing it if you dont like it.

How many guys on harleys do you see wearing chaps in Thailand. So you have never ridden a harley but you spew shit about them because ?
They're shit ?
They're overpriced ?
They're engineered like a tractor from the 1930s ?
all of above

For a person that has less years on a bike than my 6 year old son you sure talk shit

All of the above.

**graym** · 02-10-2011, 07:58 PM

Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

Originally Posted by Rigger

Originally Posted by Marmite the Dog

I don't like being fucked up the arse by men in leather chaps.

Well then stop doing it if you dont like it.

How many guys on harleys do you see wearing chaps in Thailand. So you have never ridden a harley but you spew shit about them because ?
They're shit ?
They're overpriced ?
They're engineered like a tractor from the 1930s ?
all of above

For a person that has less years on a bike than my 6 year old son you sure talk shit

All of the above.

Rigger,

**vanfinkel** · 27-10-2011, 11:23 PM

There are two type of bike riders in the world
1 The one that rides a Harley
2 The others that wish they where riding a Harley

**palexxxx** · 28-10-2011, 12:59 AM

^ Nope, sorry, wrong

**Rigger** · 28-10-2011, 01:58 AM

Please step left and lick my hairy srotom

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