purecountry13b

Are there any real differences between the model years? It seems the RSV is kinda famous for being the same from 99 till the end. I thought I saw something about a seat change, and something about the trunk on the 99’s being weak.

I never really looked at the RSTD, but that could definitely be a option as well. Could use it as a boulevard cruiser and a touring bike. Something to ponder for sure.

Caseyj955, the 13b is in reference to my job. I'm an Artilleryman retiring this summer from the Army. Heading off to Europe to goof off for the rest of my life.

I'm not too concerned with the maintenance side of it as I do all my own wrenching now on my HD, and my wifes Vstar 650. Thanks for the info. The 13B refers to my Job. Im an Artilleryman, retiring this summer from the Army and heading off to Europe to goof off for the rest of my life.

Good to know about the gear whine so I don't think there is something wrong with a bike when i take test rides. i don't think it will be bothersome to me as all my HD's valve train sound like a old tractor, a little noise never hurt.

Free bird that is damn near exactly why I’m leaving Harley. They are great bikes in their own right, but they are hot, and they do cost quite a lot of money. Thanks for the reply’s Gents.

Thanks so much for all the responses, this is the kind of info i wanted. I can afford an HD, but im choosing ot to. With retirement looming I would rather fund trips instead of the MoCo. Thanks for all responses i will keep you all updated as i begin to hunt for a bike.

Greetings all, I am looking at moving on from my HD Ultra Classic and coming home to Yamaha. I started out on a star 1100 then I moved on to 5 different HD’s with the last three being Electra Glides of one king or another. I think I‘m done with HD, not because they don’t perform well, but because I cant justify tying up that much money in a toy anymore as I stare retirement in the face. My question is have any of you come back to a Venture after having a HD. Please let me know what you found similar/different between the two. Please don’t just come on this post and bash HD, that is just a waste of time as we all know many people hate Harley. Thanks in advance for the help.