I spent a whole day in Nashville testing Harleys, Hondas and Kawasakis. I got to say when I got to the new touring machine it was over, I stayed gone 45 minutes. My last 5 bikes were 3 Valkyries, a Ultra, and a Goldwing and I am very pleased with this selection. If you are 6'3" or taller and have a big frame you should check this out. Even an 08 Ultra feels small but not the Triumph. It will take some getting used to looking at the instruments on the tank compared to the Valkyrie, but the zip is there. I added the improved power mufflers for 15 hp more. I also bought the talller windshield, tank bib, fog lamps, all light visors, bag rails, front fender trim sisssy bar and bag. On the test ride going down an on ramp it felt quite tame but I looked down and I am doing 91-wow. It handles like a 750 in the curves something I noticed the 240 rear tire model won't do. I think the did great! Also the seat is a big improvement, will probably knock Corbin out of some sales. If you guys are still looking for the Rocket 3 standards, Chattanooga TN has several new 06's in stock for 12K. I almost bought one of them but I like the blacked motor better. BTW-no Harley will keeep up with this bike regardless of the look.
