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  • paulybronco
    paulybronco
    5 years ago
    Quoting Ratbob on 23 Dec 2018 11:34 AM

    Now that’s a difficult question. Way too many variables, usually the best helmet is the one that fits, even if it’s white :)

    Oh god now you will bring the helmet color debate nazi out ......
  • Soapbox2627
    Soapbox2627
    5 years ago
    Quoting steelo on 23 Dec 2018 10:01 AM

    Yeah thanks VERY much Geoff. You just killed a good topic now Bruv has what he wanted. 

    Quoting Bruv on 23 Dec 2018 11:19 AMedited: 23 Dec 2018 11:19 AM

    lol Nah I still have plenty of questions. Remember it was years and years ago when I last rode. I did a walk around AMX in Logan today trying on different jackets, vests, boots and helmets and need advice on thuse too!

    I liked the converse looking Dririder boots
    Helmet recommendations?

    WOW, Gym boots, you haven't ridden for a while have you
  • paulybronco
    paulybronco
    5 years ago
    Quoting steelo on 23 Dec 2018 10:01 AM

    Yeah thanks VERY much Geoff. You just killed a good topic now Bruv has what he wanted. 

    Quoting Bruv on 23 Dec 2018 11:19 AMedited: 23 Dec 2018 11:19 AM

    lol Nah I still have plenty of questions. Remember it was years and years ago when I last rode. I did a walk around AMX in Logan today trying on different jackets, vests, boots and helmets and need advice on thuse too!

    I liked the converse looking Dririder boots
    Helmet recommendations?

    Quoting Soapbox2627 on 23 Dec 2018 12:07 PM

    WOW, Gym boots, you haven't ridden for a while have you

    Hey here in QLD fools ride in thongs
  • Bruv
    Bruv
    5 years ago
    Quoting steelo on 23 Dec 2018 10:01 AM

    Yeah thanks VERY much Geoff. You just killed a good topic now Bruv has what he wanted. 

    Quoting Bruv on 23 Dec 2018 11:19 AMedited: 23 Dec 2018 11:19 AM

    lol Nah I still have plenty of questions. Remember it was years and years ago when I last rode. I did a walk around AMX in Logan today trying on different jackets, vests, boots and helmets and need advice on thuse too!

    I liked the converse looking Dririder boots
    Helmet recommendations?

    Quoting Soapbox2627 on 23 Dec 2018 12:07 PM

    WOW, Gym boots, you haven't ridden for a while have you

    lol No I havent. I did try them on and actually quite liked them. Back in the day it was Johnny Rebs or nothing sort of thing, but I am sure times have changed
  • Geoff3DMN
    Geoff3DMN
    5 years ago
    I have 2 pairs of the same style of Harley short boot, they have laces on the front so you can adjust the fit to match the arch of your own foot but they have zips on the side so you don't have to lace up and unlace every time you put them on and take them off and they're comfortable enough to walk a bit of distance in.  
    I'm not generally big on branded product but I reckon these are good and they're not much more than the ones you linked.  There are a number of similar styles (shorter, longer, with buckles, without plates etc) that would also do.  I've linked to the overseas Harley boot site but you can get most of them at your local stealer.
  • Krash Kinkade
    Krash Kinkade
    5 years ago
    Quoting Bruv on 22 Dec 2018 11:50 PMedited: 22 Dec 2018 11:13 PM

    Hi All,

    Lucky me I have a partner who likes to ride. I am looking at the 2018 softail range and would be choice if you could pass on some experienced advice on a bike that is more suitable out of the range for 2 up. My thinking so far
    - Bike choices so far. Fat Boy, Fat Bob, Low Rider and Breakout
    -My first choice would be the Breakout because I like the look. I do understand cornering is not as good as the others
    -Any modifications to enhance the 2 up ride? Removable rear back rest? quick removable saddle bags?
    Im hitting 50 years next year. The last bike I was on was a 94 fatty over 20 years ago.
    I am 6ft 82kg. The missus is 5'4'' and 55kg
    Thanks for any advice in advance

    A friend just got a new lowrider, & his wife thought the seat not right for her. so he got a genuine HD seat that looks wider at the rear & quick detach sissy bar with pad. she loves it now. but I'm sure any of the models you chose could be set up for two. just you first need to ask for a long test ride & with partner on the back so the two of you are sure you will enjoy riding a bike like you chose. 
    Good luck with it!!

  • Bruv
    Bruv
    5 years ago
    Some good stuff coming here. Thanks again for your fellas insights
  • fatbat
    fatbat
    5 years ago
    Ive got those dri rider boots. The style isn't for everyone but I like em obviously. I wear jeans and non harley branded gear. I wanted protection for my feet but when i get off the bike I don't want to necessarily look like I've been riding. They suit this purpose and are good value for money 
  • binnsy
    binnsy
    5 years ago
    Quoting steelo on 23 Dec 2018 10:01 AM

    Yeah thanks VERY much Geoff. You just killed a good topic now Bruv has what he wanted. 

    Quoting Bruv on 23 Dec 2018 11:19 AMedited: 23 Dec 2018 11:19 AM

    lol Nah I still have plenty of questions. Remember it was years and years ago when I last rode. I did a walk around AMX in Logan today trying on different jackets, vests, boots and helmets and need advice on thuse too!

    I liked the converse looking Dririder boots
    Helmet recommendations?

    Take no notice of some of these knobs Bruv.:-)  I have a pair of the Dririder boots you are referring to and very comfortable.  Have done some long rides in the pissing rain and my feet were toasty and dry.  I reckon Steelo was even eyeing them off last time I saw him on a ride, he kept looking down at my boots.  Think he might have even taken a quick selfie when I wasn't looking :-)  
    They even look good when you pull up at the Latte shop !!!
    Seriously though I find them very good, having said that you wont look as cool or be as broke as the hard ass Harley rider with his Harley boots on.  Oh whatever you do dont buy a full face that will kill the look all together.  Far better being cool and picking bugs out of your teeth before you sip the aforementioned latte !! 
  • steelo
    steelo
    5 years ago
    Here're those boots Binnsy was wearing when I took a snapshot.  Not for the reason he thinks


    binnsy boots.jpg
  • Bruv
    Bruv
    5 years ago
    Lol. What pants do you guys wear?
  • paulybronco
    paulybronco
    5 years ago
    Quoting Bruv on 24 Dec 2018 06:54 AM

    Lol. What pants do you guys wear?

    What ever their wives tell them too.......
  • paulybronco
    paulybronco
    5 years ago
    Quoting steelo on 24 Dec 2018 06:22 AM

    Here're those boots Binnsy was wearing when I took a snapshot.  Not for the reason he thinks


    binnsy boots.jpg
    Binnsy has some good looking legs...seems he waxes?
  • Geoff3DMN
    Geoff3DMN
    5 years ago
    Quoting steelo on 24 Dec 2018 06:22 AM

    Here're those boots Binnsy was wearing when I took a snapshot.  Not for the reason he thinks


    binnsy boots.jpg

    I think the only suitable pants for those boots is these kevlar jeans!


    Capture_4.JPG
  • dyna13
    dyna13
    5 years ago
    Quoting Bruv on 22 Dec 2018 11:50 PMedited: 22 Dec 2018 11:13 PM

    Hi All,

    Lucky me I have a partner who likes to ride. I am looking at the 2018 softail range and would be choice if you could pass on some experienced advice on a bike that is more suitable out of the range for 2 up. My thinking so far
    - Bike choices so far. Fat Boy, Fat Bob, Low Rider and Breakout
    -My first choice would be the Breakout because I like the look. I do understand cornering is not as good as the others
    -Any modifications to enhance the 2 up ride? Removable rear back rest? quick removable saddle bags?
    Im hitting 50 years next year. The last bike I was on was a 94 fatty over 20 years ago.
    I am 6ft 82kg. The missus is 5'4'' and 55kg
    Thanks for any advice in advance

    Quoting Krash Kinkade on 23 Dec 2018 08:40 PM

    A friend just got a new lowrider, & his wife thought the seat not right for her. so he got a genuine HD seat that looks wider at the rear & quick detach sissy bar with pad. she loves it now. but I'm sure any of the models you chose could be set up for two. just you first need to ask for a long test ride & with partner on the back so the two of you are sure you will enjoy riding a bike like you chose. 

    Good luck with it!!

    If your got a good local dealer, ask if you can test ride from Sat afternoon shutting time and bring back first thing Monday morning and go away for a night and put on some good kms. If they aren’t keen see if they have a secondhand one and do the same. no harm in asking some dealers do. Gives both of you a good run to see what you both expect from bike before laying done the cash. If your thinking two up weekends away Roadkings are great.
  • brucefxdl
    brucefxdl
    5 years ago
    Quoting Bruv on 24 Dec 2018 06:54 AM

    Lol. What pants do you guys wear?

    draggin jeans...but definitely not camo ones......
  • binnsy
    binnsy
    5 years ago
    Quoting steelo on 24 Dec 2018 06:22 AM

    Here're those boots Binnsy was wearing when I took a snapshot.  Not for the reason he thinks


    binnsy boots.jpg
    Yep thats them !!! Touche :-)
  • binnsy
    binnsy
    5 years ago
    Quoting steelo on 24 Dec 2018 06:22 AM

    Here're those boots Binnsy was wearing when I took a snapshot.  Not for the reason he thinks


    binnsy boots.jpg
    Quoting paulybronco on 24 Dec 2018 07:14 AM

    Binnsy has some good looking legs...seems he waxes?

    Thanks for noticing, i do my best :-)
  • paulybronco
    paulybronco
    5 years ago
    Quoting steelo on 24 Dec 2018 06:22 AM

    Here're those boots Binnsy was wearing when I took a snapshot.  Not for the reason he thinks


    binnsy boots.jpg
    Quoting paulybronco on 24 Dec 2018 07:14 AM

    Binnsy has some good looking legs...seems he waxes?

    Quoting binnsy on 24 Dec 2018 09:29 AM

    Thanks for noticing, i do my best :-)

    Ummm Grrrrr...
  • paulybronco
    paulybronco
    5 years ago
    LOL Thats why god gave us skin....it grows back but leather doesnt 
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