what do you look for in a cruiser?

[jonkuek]

pls vote

[gohjohan]

I dunno........ seems almost all of the above

[shadowclassic97]

Originally posted by gohjohan@March 17, 2007 11:33 pm

I dunno........ seems almost all of the above

Agree on it bro. and btw if a shadow rider can UPGRADE to a HD it will be a achievement. But need super load of capital$$ lel.

[RetRoRaceR]

hi

[Strong Eagle]

Originally posted by shadowclassic97@March 18, 2007 05:25 pm

Agree on it bro. and btw if a shadow rider can UPGRADE to a HD it will be a achievement. But need super load of capital$$ lel.

Hmmm... I don't see why it would be an upgrade to an HD.

 

Shadow is a great bike. Smooth, long lasting, power.

[gohjohan]

Originally posted by Strong Eagle@May 21, 2007 10:34 am

Hmmm... I don't see why it would be an upgrade to an HD.

 

Shadow is a great bike. Smooth, long lasting, power.

Hear hear! I can vouch for that

[nights]

Agree on it bro. and btw if a shadow rider can UPGRADE to a HD it will be a achievement. But need super load of capital$$ lel.

 

I have to concur too that each metric bike has their own characteristic and by looker. I don’t see why there is even a need to associate upgrade as facelift for a Harley. If you want a Harley, just go and buy one. Why go all the trouble to even convert or modify when it isn’t going to sound like or vibrate like one? By the way, it will never be an achievement cause; it is more of an insult to whoever the manufacturer was.

[shadowclassic97]

I have to concur too that each metric bike has their own characteristic and by looker. I don’t see why there is even a need to associate upgrade as facelift for a Harley. If you want a Harley, just go and buy one. Why go all the trouble to even convert or modify when it isn’t going to sound like or vibrate like one? By the way, it will never be an achievement cause; it is more of an insult to whoever the manufacturer was.

 

Aiyoh...sorry bro Nights:slapforehead: , I tink u got my msg wrong in the interpretation. Wat i means is got capital $$ BUY HD lol. Wat for wan to modify shadow to a replica HD, jus a waste of time and money !! better get the real THING !! So many meaning in the word UPGRADE tat can b associate wif lel...........

A HD still a HD and Shadow will be still a shadow.

 

Cheers bro.Ride Safe Be Safe Always.

[gohjohan]

Aiyoh...sorry bro Nights:slapforehead: , I tink u got my msg wrong in the interpretation. Wat i means is got capital $$ BUY HD lol. Wat for wan to modify shadow to a replica HD, jus a waste of time and money !! better get the real THING !! So many meaning in the word UPGRADE tat can b associate wif lel...........

A HD still a HD and Shadow will be still a shadow.

 

Cheers bro.Ride Safe Be Safe Always.

 

I think he posted it when he was tired, so he misinterpret your posting.

 

yup, A HD still a HD and Shadow will be still a shadow 'cos they work differently. Gear changes is the least of them, for a start.

[nights]

Aiyoh...sorry bro Nights:slapforehead: , I tink u got my msg wrong in the interpretation. Wat i means is got capital $$ BUY HD lol. Wat for wan to modify shadow to a replica HD, jus a waste of time and money !! better get the real THING !! So many meaning in the word UPGRADE tat can b associate wif lel...........

A HD still a HD and Shadow will be still a shadow.

 

Cheers bro.Ride Safe Be Safe Always.

 

SORRY! I missed the word "rider" as I was reading thru too fast. Anyway, it isn't an achievement for a Shadow rider to upgrade to Harley so to speak. It is more like part of a process and for some, it is all about heritage.

[shadowclassic97]

SORRY! I missed the word "rider" as I was reading thru too fast. Anyway, it isn't an achievement for a Shadow rider to upgrade to Harley so to speak. It is more like part of a process and for some, it is all about heritage.

 

Hmmmm..... maybe u are right bro nights.... maybe i should stick to my beloved/reliable shadow classic and dreamon as whenever a HD boooom...booommm vroommmmm passby me

 

Cheers bro. Ride Safe Be Safe Safe Always.

[Ah Fai]

I think he posted it when he was tired, so he misinterpret your posting.

 

yup, A HD still a HD and Shadow will be still a shadow 'cos they work differently. Gear changes is the least of them, for a start.

 

Hail hail to Honda Shadow~

[shadowclassic97]

Keep the vote running lel !!!!!

[easyÂider]

torque.. lots of torque!

of course its an upgrade la..

if 400/600/1100cc to 883/1200/1340cc..

 

[BikerLover]

i'll be looking into the comfort of the bike. The look, symmetrically shaped is very important to me too. The size of it, for example wheelbase and weight. The size of the engine, for torque and power. And lastly i like a maintenance-free drive shaft for my bike.

[leonhardt82]

Besides the above mentioned. I would want a fully stock one without any major/minor mods so i can DIY whatever I desire on it. wahahaha!! Cruisers r all abt modding n modding it to go with yr style n personality.

[broEd]

leonhardt82, when u be free to meet me for coffee, i want to hear your pipe. how abt this weekend? i going rosli in sunday morning.

[leonhardt82]

leonhardt82, when u be free to meet me for coffee, i want to hear your pipe. how abt this weekend? i going rosli in sunday morning.

 

I intended to go rosli later in the afternoon for my servicing. It s open on sunday?? If it is, we can meet there.

[Throttle]

depends on what you use the ""cruiser" for.

 

firstly, i dont really consider my 883R a cruiser at all becos i ride it as a citybike. It is really what it is named - a sportster.

 

So top on my list is good handling, nice styling and sufficient torque for short bursts required in city riding. I dont bother about pillion becos i ride alone.

and high speed is really at the bottom of my list becos i hardly even go pass 100km/hr in Singapore.

 

I dont clamor for big twins becos i have no practical use for them at all.

Maybe later when i retire and go back to longer rides out of town.

For now, my 883R is the perfect bike for my requirements.

[ApaM]

aiyaa.. i vote the middle range.. haha nt bad.. hapi voting for hose who havent vote.. ;p

[Nomad]

The appearance of our bikes is a direct representation of the rider's character. Inevitably, there are connotations tied to the Brands and Manufacturers. That we are powerless over for it is an endless debate. Liked mindedness is what we look out for in any aspect of hobbies or interests. When One is truly enlightened, that individual will have developed his character and personality, thus will his ride.

 

It’s the same principal as maturing from a teenager to adulthood. And only then will we find true happiness and meaning to our interest. However, if the reverse was made; which is to be a trend follower than a trend setter. Emptiness is what we find at the end of the road.

 

Peace…

[armofpeace]

The appearance of our bikes is a direct representation of the rider's character. Inevitably, there are connotations tied to the Brands and Manufacturers. That we are powerless over for it is an endless debate. Liked mindedness is what we look out for in any aspect of hobbies or interests. When One is truly enlightened, that individual will have developed his character and personality, thus will his ride.

 

It’s the same principal as maturing from a teenager to adulthood. And only then will we find true happiness and meaning to our interest. However, if the reverse was made; which is to be a trend follower than a trend setter. Emptiness is what we find at the end of the road.

 

Peace…

 

Wow...Very inspiring and wise words and i do have to say, it is very much true...Upz for you Nomad...

[Ghost Cavaliere]

I love my bike, and each and every bike has its own personality. Thus it creates character. Ride happy and go lucky or simply just riding with an attitude. Dont just use a cruiser for transport, use it as a fashion accessory or u can treat it like a family member. Travel in style! Be loud, be proud. To me, Riding freely is my pride and joy. Dress for the crash and ride hard or stay home.

[Baal]

Hail hail to Honda Shadow~

 

Hi, was wondering if the Exhaust for the MT 01 cause discomfort to rider / pillion due to the heat.

 

Is it hot like an R1 or just warm like a FZ6 ? thanks.

[Baal]

I love drag bars.

Preferable shaft drive for easy maintenance.

Shoud be over 1 litre so that have the instant monstrous torque.