shittygsxr Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 I got an 08 black/blue 1125r from a dealer in youngstown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ricky Bobby Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 Lets see some pics Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gsxrnurse Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 Lets see some picsGo to Quaker Steak in Youngstown, sit down at the bar, and look up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 I don't believe any 2010 1125s have actually shipped to dealers. There are a handfull of 2010 XBs around, but not many. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4DAIVI PAI2K5 Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 Go to Quaker Steak in Youngstown, sit down at the bar, and look up.looks like his rim plans went out the door... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InyaAzz Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 If your dealer already has a 2010, or ordered one before last week, then you'll see it on the floor. Otherwise, it ain't happening. There are a few out there (Anyone who has access to AAFEES..you're in luck), but you'd be hard pressed to find them. Dealers still have 08's on the floor..so I don't think they were falling over themselves to bring 10's in the door.I can't get over how ugly the 1125R is, even though it performs. I think I like the CR better..but since I'm not selling the ZX10, I'm leaning more towards the Lightning for street duty. I want something fun on the street ..and something dedicated for track duty. buuuttttt....it's hard to ignore the pricing on the 1125's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Funjunkie Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 I wonder If you can find an MV Agusta with the same price drop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 Interesting read on how HD has handled this situation.http://hellforleathermagazine.com/2009/ ... vings.html...Elsewhere, it's suggested that the Iron 883 -- essentially a Sportster with matte black paint -- represents a successful model for reaching the under 35 demographic, yet Sportster production will be put on hold during Q4, 2009......All this sounds startlingly similar to the business practices that got Harley into so much trouble in the first place. It'll continue to rely on the same demographic buying the same motorcycles and, since a large proportion of those customers don't have enough money to buy either the bikes or the accessories, it'll continue to give loans to people that can't afford to repay them. It'll make those loans using money that it has, in turn, borrowed, often at a higher interest rate than what's being charged to customers. The company has presented no short-term plans to pursue the design of motorcycles with appeal outside its existing customer base and is therefore hoping the customers of other brands change their preference rather than finding new ways to appeal to new customers. As Boomers age beyond their riding years and see their purchasing power massively reduced by the end of cheap credit, Harley is failing to understand either the need or the means to reach a younger or wider audience. Relying on the market for motorcycles to return to its pre-recession levels without taking active steps to see it do so seems a remarkably naive way to do business. Harley is now effectively a passive passenger riding the economy's roller coaster. If the economy goes up, a lot, it might be OK. If the economy goes down or remains stagnant, it may find itself unable to repay that $1.9 billion and be forced to seek protection from its creditors... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4junkie Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 The day that Harley Davidson goes out of business I will dance naked in the street Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4junkie Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 They would be bailed out, no doubt in my mind Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 This thread makes my brains scream. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 I have read several artices where HD has stated that it will reach younger blood (under 35) with it's 'dark customs.' I had to look that up. 'Dark customs' are bikes like the Iron 883 and the Night Train, they have matte finishes in place of some of the chrome. They doen't need as much polishing & that is supposed to appeal to younger riders. I agree cleaning bikes sucks ass, but I really hope that isn't their whole plan. It's also been suggested that the Vrod and new XR1200 could be next on the chopping block. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4junkie Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 Nooo, the Vrod is their only bike with any forward thinking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4junkie Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 Well duhThen the XR1200, ha, reminds me of this review. What can you get for similar money to an XR1200?http://hdforums.com/articles/2008/12/hdforumscom-motorcycle-comparison-2009-harley-davidson-xr1200-vs-2009-bmw-k1200r.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 You seeing a pattern here?Yep.HD wants to sell 'the lifestyle,' rather than bikes that have some real riding capability.As far as I'm concerned, 'the lifestyle' = Poser. If I went to the Rodeo, I sure wouldn't wear a cowboy costume. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V4junkie Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 580lbs wet with a whopping 90 hp? Pass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 ...they have matte finishes in place of some of the chrome. They doen't need as much polishing & that is supposed to appeal to younger riders. I agree cleaning bikes sucks ass, but I really hope that isn't their whole plan.Is that your reasoning or HDs? Because do you know how hard it is to clean a matte finish? Not to derail the thread, but this is the same concept...http://jalopnik.com/5385101/lotus-exige-scura-lord-vader-your-track-day-car-has-arrivedMeet the new Lotus Exige Scura (i.e. 'Dark Custom' Exige)Paint WarrantyThe Lotus Exige Scura is painted in a 'soft feel' water borne matt black paint finish that is resistant to most normal forms of atmospheric attack provided the special cleaning and maintenance requirements as specified by Lotus are strictly adheredto. However due to the textured matt finish, fading or discolouration of all or part of the matt paint finish may occur during the early life of the vehicle and this is considered normal and is specifically excluded from any warranty given by Lotus.The special matt paint finish utilised on the Lotus Scura is provided with a limited warranty of the earlier of 12 months or 12,000 miles/20,000 km from the date of first registration of the vehicle. Please consult your Authorised Lotus Dealer for full details. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 Is that your reasoning or HDs? Because do you know how hard it is to clean a matte finish? It's not my thoery. It's been mentioned is several press releases and it was mentioned quite a few times on HD forums (I made a point to read them after the Buell announcment). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 fail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kreator Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 This thread makes my brains scream.LOL, rep for you.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InyaAzz Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 Matte black is EXTREMELY hard to keep looking like...well...matte black. I had a HJC helmet that was matte black. Cool as fuck to look at , but every little touch (oil from the skin) or even a little rub against something created a spot on it that didn't quite match the rest of the helmet.If HD is cutting it's nose off to spite its face, I am truly..truly disappointed. Not that I wasn't disappointed in them before...but now it's two "truly's". Before, it was just one truly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InyaAzz Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 Don't forget the 10% tax credit if you buy a motorcycle!! Available through 2011.Courtesy of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 Don't forget the 10% tax credit if you buy a motorcycle!! Available through 2011.Courtesy of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.Electric bikes only...http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090821035531AAwmxyYMotorcycles and cars qualify for a one-time above-the-line adjustment for the sales tax paid if bought between Feb 17, 2009 and Dec 31, 2009. The same qualifications apply for cars and motorcycles as to price, GVWR, and income limits. This adjustment reduces your AGI and therefore your taxable income and tax.There is also a 10% (max $2,500) non-refundable credit for street-legal electric motorcycles purchased by Dec 31, 2011. A credit reduces your tax dollar-for-dollar. Since it's non-refundable it's limited to your tax liability.Though, regular bikes get to take sales tax off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InyaAzz Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 Booooooooo!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted October 20, 2009 Report Share Posted October 20, 2009 (edited) if anyone is interested, i have a lead on a white 09 1125R for 6500 OTDit'll only cost you $1000 for where! MUAHAHAHAHAHAjk, just let me know if you want the info. I think I'm looking at CR's now.ok nvm it just sold. lol Edited October 20, 2009 by jbot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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