I'm 50 years old and looked at a lot of swap sheets and showroom displays before I even laid eyes on the machine shown here. My decision was made and I purchased from a local dealer within the week. My only regret is that it took until October to stumble upon it. I've owned 2 street bikes (under 700cc and to commute to work) and have ridden 40+ years in the dirt. This is a huge departure from the norm for me. I've wanted a big bike for a number of years and always thought a Harley was the ticket but the cost always made me shy away; even used the things are stupid money. I finally came across this bike and could have bought it AND a new 250cc dirtbike for the price of a Harley. This machine is pure enjoyment, fuel economy is great, handles and looks great and the brakes work with dirt bike ease! My 2 H/D co-workers are a little put out because they are now the smaller bikes in the parking lot at 1340cc, and in comparison, the fit and finish of this bike is nicer. For the price of the Harley every fastener should be stainless steel. My longest day is the saddle so far has been 5 or so hours, with a few stops to sight see, the comfort level remained high. The floorboards may touch down now and again but just to remind me to relax the pace a tad. They were the one thing about this bike I worried about, but I have to say that they are a real plus to the overall comfort. For my money this is THE MACHINE, and the icing on the cake is the Yamaha Extended Service contract. There is absolutely no better deal out there, especially when you have a good dealer to work with. Now if good weather will only get here so I can get my road trips under way!
Upgrades/Accessories: None yet, but bags, a windscreen, rain gear and a custom seat are all on the high priority list.
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