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DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, Don S wrote:
>
> The hook is set. I had committed myself to refrain from joining in on anything to do
with HD but I just can't resist.
>
> HDs are no better machines compared to Japanese, European or alternative American
offerings. Nor is there a legitimate reason for their exorbitant price. How much one is
willing to over-ride their better sense of judgment to stroke their egos is what allows HD
to pilfer their bank accounts. What I find particularly entertaining is that the average HD
owner cruises around on their monument to mediocrity as though they have attained a
level of superiority simply by owning a Harley. Anyone with any knowledge of
motorcycles and the most basic understanding of the value of a buck will view the HD
rider in a much different light. That of an egotistical buffoon easily separated from his
money. I could own a garage full of brand new Harleys if I so desired. If I were given one
today it would be sold by tomorrow. I'll just keep my dignity and my cash as well. Being
content with my station in life, I'm more than happy to ride a "working man's" machine.
>
> The overbearing desire to adorn myself with gaudy poseur riding regalia in the hopes
of being mistaken for one of the "Village People" and the need to parade myself to and
from the coffee shop on my tinsel noisemaker like an ostentatious sh*t house pea cock
will never be on my list of things to do.
>
> End of rant.
There is a guy who runs a local dyno and accessory shop who told me not too long ago:
"The Harley owner and the Ducati owner are the same guy. They don't dress alike, they
don't look alike, and they probably don't know each other, but they are essentially the
same guy. And they are both really easy to make money off of."