I just bought my first bike and its a harley!

Will Ferrell

Will Ferrell

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I'm nervous lol.. I've never been on a motorcycle before. But I have ridden a125 cc dirt bike a few times about 15 years ago, so it's going to be exciting. I saw it on Craig's list close to where my mom lives in Texas. So her and my bro went to look at it, my brother gave it a test ride, said it seemed to be in perfect condition. He's a diesel mechanic so I hope he knows what he's talking about. Paid 2400, my dad should be bringing it out here this weekend. It's a 1994 Harley 883 hugger/sportster. I think I got a good deal. My dad and bro are saying I won't really know until about after a month of riding, they said if something is wrong that's about when it would show. So I have my fingers crossed. Anyway I guess I just wanted to show it off a bit lol... And to say I hope I don't kill myself!!!!
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VTMi'kmaq

VTMi'kmaq

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Will Ferrell said:
I'm nervous lol.. I've never been on a motorcycle before. But I have ridden a125 cc dirt bike a few times about 15 years ago, so it's going to be exciting. I saw it on Craig's list close to where my mom lives in Texas. So her and my bro went to look at it, my brother gave it a test ride, said it seemed to be in perfect condition. He's a diesel mechanic so I hope he knows what he's talking about. Paid 2400, my dad should be bringing it out here this weekend. It's a 1994 Harley 883 hugger/sportster. I think I got a good deal. My dad and bro are saying I won't really know until about after a month of riding, they said if something is wrong that's about when it would show. So I have my fingers crossed. Anyway I guess I just wanted to show it off a bit lol... And to say I hope I don't kill myself!!!!
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WeedFreak78

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Nice, looks like a custom tank, bars, and forward controls were added. I had a 2000 sportster S years ago. It was a fun bike around town, but I was also doing a 60 mile commute, each way, all highway, that got old fast.

I did the same as you, I never rode, rode some friends dirtbikes a few times as a kid. I turned 21 and bought a rigid framed, bored, stroked hi compression shovelhead, kick start only 4speed, about a 10" over springer front end, custom built out of 1930something chevy wishbones by the original builder. I miss that bike, she was a bitch, didn't like to start, wouldn't idle, smelled like raw fuel, always had shit falling off, but when she fired off and I got into 2nd gear....it was as all worth it....:fire:

 
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Tangerine_

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Nice bike and decent price providing its sound. I'm sure you'll love her as you never forget "your first." I learned how to ride on those old 125s and 250s back in the day. My first real bike was a 85 FXR I bought in 93 and I still have it to this day. I've ridden a few 883s and they all seem a bit top heavy to me. My FXR handles amazing but for long trips I have a streetglide.
The problem with the 883s is, if you're a serious rider (NOT a fair weather rider) you'll out grow it quickly. And I wouldn't chop it unless you plan on owning it forever. Keep it as close to stock as possible. Any seasoned old school riders will tell ya...ya never ever get back what ya put in.
My only advice...learn how to wrench.

I've put a lot of miles on this ole girl.

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Tangerine_

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WeedFreak78 said:
Nice, looks like a custom tank, bars, and forward controls were added. I had a 2000 sportster S years ago. It was a fun bike around town, but I was also doing a 60 mile commute, each way, all highway, that got old fast.

I did the same as you, I never rode, rode some friends dirtbikes a few times as a kid. I turned 21 and bought a rigid framed, bored, stroked hi compression shovelhead, kick start only 4speed, about a 10" over springer front end, custom built out of 1930something chevy wishbones by the original builder. I miss that bike, she was a bitch, didn't like to start, wouldn't idle, smelled like raw fuel, always had shit falling off, but when she fired off and I got into 2nd gear....it was as all worth it....:fire:

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I dig that front end! Knuckle?

Edit: Nvm, read your post. Nice Shovel. My dad had a few shovels and ironhead over the yrs, but his baby is a 64 pan with an extended front end and 18" apes. It damn near threw my brother through the barn door one time while attempting to kick it over, LOL. My mother wasn't impressed cuz we laughed like hell.
 
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Wilderb

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Good for you! Now the important part......Learn how to ride. I mean REALLY learn how to ride. DO not even think about taking a passenger anytime soon. Riding a bike is the best feeling in the world(okay maybe tied for best), but it comes with knowledge that everyone one else on the road is trying to kill you.
Been riding all my life and taught classes for a couple of years. Lost a lot of brothers and sisters. Most were stupid accidents and could have been prevented. Had several myself that were VERY avoidable.
You have to get to the point where avoidance and braking are instinct, not a reaction. Really spend time just out riding by yourself on different types of road and different weather.
Riding is one of the only things that keeps me from.............. well let's just say it's best for everyone around me that I ride.
Enjoy the wind in your hair and the sound of the engine.
BTW, learn how to wrench if you're keeping the Harley. I have become quite good on working on mine. Otherwise, don't get too caught up in the Harley hype. Two wheels is the important thing.
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Tangerine_

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Wilderb said:
Good for you! Now the important part......Learn how to ride. I mean REALLY learn how to ride. DO not even think about taking a passenger anytime soon. Riding a bike is the best feeling in the world(okay maybe tied for best), but it comes with knowledge that everyone one else on the road is trying to kill you.
Been riding all my life and taught classes for a couple of years. Lost a lot of brothers and sisters. Most were stupid accidents and could have been prevented. Had several myself that were VERY avoidable.
You have to get to the point where avoidance and braking are instinct, not a reaction. Really spend time just out riding by yourself on different types of road and different weather.
Riding is one of the only things that keeps me from.............. well let's just say it's best for everyone around me that I ride.
Enjoy the wind in your hair and the sound of the engine.
BTW, learn how to wrench if you're keeping the Harley. I have become quite good on working on mine. Otherwise, don't get too caught up in the Harley hype. Two wheels is the important thing.
WE
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I'd also add to this very good advice...take a riders course even if you "think" you know how to ride. I've had my bike license since I was 19 (many moons ago) and when I first started riding there weren't a lot of chics riding. I decided to take a course at 34. What prompted me was the number of MVA I'd responded to as a medic...pealing people off telephone polls etc.. It was a really short basic 3 day course but I soon learned I had developed a LOT of bad habits over the yrs that I needed to break. It was worth the 200 bucks.
And yeah, don't get too caught up in the hype. Its not what it was 20-30yrs ago and old timers can smell a rub a mile away. Nowadays its watered down with every tool with a credit card. Take your time and stay safe.
 
Wilderb

Wilderb

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Tangerine_ said:
I'd also add to this very good advice...take a riders course even if you "think" you know how to ride. I've had my bike license since I was 19 (many moons ago) and when I first started riding there weren't a lot of chics riding. I decided to take a course at 34. What prompted me was the number of MVA I'd responded to as a medic...pealing people off telephone polls etc.. It was a really short basic 3 day course but I soon learned I had developed a LOT of bad habits over the yrs that I needed to break. It was worth the 200 bucks.
And yeah, don't get too caught up in the hype. Its not what it was 20-30yrs ago and old timers can smell a rub a mile away. Nowadays its watered down with every tool with a credit card. Take your time and stay safe.
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Very Good Advice. I took one quite a few years ago. I had already been riding for many years. Insurance deal. Figured I wouldn't learn anything and I was very wrong. Lots of bad habits when you cut your teeth on dirt and drum brakes, lol.


No shortage of Rubs for sure. I would rather hang with a guy riding a old (insert brand here) bike that loves to ride, than with a guy with the coolest bike and new coat.
Now being a biker is cool. Lol. Same people who looked down on me 25 years ago now got new Harleys and pay $100 for a sleeveless shirt from the stealer. Ride around all badass on the weekends. The WHOLE point of being a biker is NOT to conform, lol.
Anyway sorry to jack your thread Will. It looks like a nice ride. Learn about it. Make it yours. YOU decide what you like.
And be safe. Maybe we'll ride someday
WE
 
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