Motorcycles

[Dmart]

Only had one test ride on the new sporty. Though it’s completely different from a Harley and the old Sporty‘s, it was fun to ride.

[Jcaz6996]

It’s my first bike I always wanted a 48 but with the euro 4 and not being stocked in the uk any longer this took my fancy.
I absolutely love it it’s great to ride and goes like hell think it’s 125BHP as standard .
But I just don’t ride it enough ,the weather is crap in the Uk most of the year so it’s sat in the garage..

[louisbosco]

Finally a Ducatista, picked up my SF V4S on Thursday. Now to get the first 1000kms out of the way. 24 hours and 200kms down

[goosehd]

@louisbosco F’n awesome and big congratulations!!

[Dmart]

Amazing! Enjoy!

[Matt]

[Matt]

I’m going to try and convince K to let me get this…

https://www.cycletrader.com/listing/2016-Harley-Davidson-SPORTSTER+883+LOW-5024636313

[goosehd]

@Matt Motorcycles are extremely fuel efficient and a great way to get to work. You would practically be saving money by using it for commuting…

[louisbosco]

cheers guys!

[louisbosco]

@goosehd hahaha this is how I convince myself too. you also get to help your local community by reducing traffic congestions.

[steelworker]

Let us know how you do with HD discussion
@Matt
Short of bloodshed

[Autorotate]

Been commuting (48miles, one way) on my Road King last 2 weeks. It’s everything I wanted. Storage, smooth ride, comfortable and sporty suspension, and I’m really happy with the aesthetics. Definitely more “Dyna Bagger” than Grandpa dresser. LOL.
The FXRT fairing and Baja Designs LED lights are on order and painting has been scheduled. Keeping the 100 Anniversary theme.
I’ll admit I could’ve probably bought a Dyna/FXR to achieve what we see here, but I really wanted the bagger geometry and road feel. When riding I feel so much more planted. No doubt, this bike is heavier than the alternative…
I’m not a windshield guy (for looks) but damn is it a slice of heaven rolling down the highway at 80 and not getting blasted by the air. I show up to work exhilarated, not fatigued. The fairing should tie everything together. Cruising comfort and looks.

[Autorotate]

A rear end before after.

[Dmart]

I like your build but I would have preferred the classic styling before, but I’m a chrome guy.

[Matt]

@steelworker she’s on the hook. Im reeling slowly.

[Matt]

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[Graeme]

@louisbosco I saw your new ride on Instagram the other day, I thought that you were getting a Monster, not a Streetfighter. It looks great, but I hope that your license doesn't spontaneously combust as I'm not sure it'll go slow enough to stick to Singapore's speed limits.

@Autorotate the "not your grandpa's bagger" also looks good. I like it without the fairing.

[louisbosco]

@Graeme I think many years back around the time I caught up with you in melbs, I was really into the monster. but when the SF came out in 2019/2020, I absolutely fell in love with it. I'm not sure how I feel about the new monster without the trellis frame, it just doesn't look and feel right.

[goosehd]

@louisbosco I seriously dislike the new monster too and by removing the trellis they ruined that motorcycle. It’s a shame that they ruined a beautiful motorcycle and turned it into just another bike. It doesn’t stand out anymore and removed it’s key defining feature.

[Graeme]

I've never been a Ducatisti, so the removal of the trellis frame doesn't bother me. It sounds like it was made for performance reasons, and I'd take that over heritage.

But I also prefer the Streetfighter to the Monster, so agree with Louis's decision.