question about 300 rear tire and daily riding

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steel

steel

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mooncricket- first off, thanks for your service. :flag: second buy the dog, you only live once! the only regret you'll have is that you didn't buy it sooner. i bought my mastiff in april last year. i got the 300 and the corners are a breeze, it took me about a week to get comfortable with her. :2thumbs:
 
scubaman15

scubaman15

Well-Known Member
I'm a new Dog owner ...but will add my 2c . if your into cleaning your ride you will LOVE the dog:lol: :lol: :lol:
 
Switchblades

Switchblades

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question about 300 rear tire and daily riding

MoonCRickett said:
Also and I ask honestly and respectfully how does the bike handle around curves, corners and in twists N turns with that fat rear tire?


Hey Moon,
I agree with all the input from all the forum members. Love mine as well, but
I did nt see any comments about the 300 tire in wet weather. Ive rode alot in rain on my Road King & as little as poss. on my K-9. 300 tire on wet roads gotta be alot more careful in turns. Especially with the 117 engine.
Big difference from a 180 tire on other bikes. But definently go for the Dawg. Its truly the best bike Ive ever rode:up: :up: :up:
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reddog

reddog

Active Member
SWITCHBLADES YOUR RIGHT ABOUT THE WET,WHAT WE HAVE THERE IS A HOTROD ,HARD TO HOOK IT UP ON WATER ,BE EASY WHEN WET FOR SURE
 
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johnnypoppa

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MoonCRickett said:
Thanks Gang for your insight.....
Crewing Chinooks are the only way to fly.......Life is fine at 700 ft and 140 KAS...............
I got wind of this site from Big Dog Owners Group while i was looking for K9 reviews, another question I have is when i walk into the local dealer(Low Country Customs, Savannah Ga.) how would i get a " paint scheme" instead of one of their floor models?
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I bought my dog from Low County Customs, Savana Ga., and they are First Class. We made a deal over the phone and the bike was delivered in 3 days. Regarding a paint scheme, if they don't have what your looking for I think they can put in an order for you...

Thanks for your service, and good luck!
 
PLAYR

PLAYR

Member
W/ a K-9 you have to be ready and willing to lean into turns a lot more than with normal size bikes. Mine handles like an absolute dream and I always get comments from my riding buddies about how far I can lean the bike and maintain speed.

the engine has a lot more torque than one would imagine, that miiiiight be an issue for you in the stop go traffic. I don't like riding mine in traffic. the truth of the matter is that these hot rods were made to truly cruise. hell default speed on mine is about 90mph, after i broke it in of course.

first time i rode the big dog bikes it was wierd and i thought i had made a mistake, then i jumped on the k-9 and all worries went away. after a 1000 miles or so I will never ever ever ever ride another bike again.

I am keeping this one forever. And no, you will never see me on a HD.

Did you know that there were 329,000 harleys made last year? Guess how many big dogs...... about 4000.

sheep or wolf, your choice brother - you won't regret it. and if you do regret it.....you shouldn't be riding.
 
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jeffbradford

Member
thank you crickett for my FREEDOM first and about a paint scheme go to bid dog website and look at paints and levels of paint schemes to get an idea.:flag:
 
Fibersnake

Fibersnake

Banjo Playing PsychoBilly
Cricket,

Thanks for you service and keep the head low over there in the sandbox. ON the BD, they are overall very good bikes, but do require keeping up on the maintenance and like all dogs, giving it good love and let her run free when the chance allows.

The 300 tire should not be a major issue but will require some countersteer in the turns and more attention, but nothing that is not easy to get used to. There is a few here that have ran them on the Dragon to fine tune the pipes and get the custom fit from the dragging, so it will pretty much get anywhere you wish to ride it, not flicking it like a GP type by any means but in much more comfort and style.

You will have to be more attentative when riding on wet surfaces for with such a wide tire it can break loose very easy. Just allow yourself more time for braking, give plenty of room where you do not have to dump on the throttle hard to avoide it breaking loose and use you skills to control the fist tail if it does. I rode with a few others a while back and we ended up having to ride in the ride for awhile. All did fine including the wet bricks of Annapolis, just pay more attention and use common sense.

Let us know how you lean as the time gets closer and once again welcome to the site and thank you for your service.
 
gearsmithy

gearsmithy

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MoonCRickett said:
Hey Gang, I am new to your forum and i came here for some advise from the horses mouth. I currently own an 05 fatboy that i bought through the Military while in korea and am now in Iraq serving 10 out of 15 mo. Anyhow here is my crossroad. I really dig the K9 but i am wondering a few things... The Frau uses our Ford explorer daily for work and to haul the girls around, so the Harley is my daily ride (which I love anyhow). How will a K9 hold up as a daily and primary ride?......Is the K9 good in traffic (am from NYC and visit Mom and Dad often)......Is the K9 good in hot weather (am home stationed in Savannah Ga) .............Also and I ask honestly and respectfully how does the bike handle around curves, corners and in twists N turns with that fat rear tire? Now I know i need to test ride a Dog, but being where I am does not help + I have a solid buyer and offer for my bike now.My second option would be keep the HD and customize her out, but like i say i really like the chopper. Any advise or answers would help me out.....Thnx
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welcome, not sure about the K9s but I live in downtown chicago and ride my ridgeback (300 tire) every day I can. I gotta be honest with you, it's not the best for city riding. curves take a bit of getting used to if you're not used to bikes with these types of steering geometry. tire size is only one factor to consider, rake and trail, wheelbase and height all play a part in determining how the bike will handle. that said, these dogs handle pretty damn good for what they are. if you live in NYC there's a good chance you'll overheat if you don't go around or split traffic. Also, start training your clutch hand.
 
Biker Babe

Biker Babe

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Welcome and thank you!:flag:
The oil cooler kit is helpful in warm stop and go traffic. Also, Big Dog has some awesome painters who can do all kinds of custom work - even match your tattoo.
 
surferdude

surferdude

dry docked
:hi: Hey ... a dog in the swamp will look and feel great ... like everyone said ... you will not regret it but will wonder why didn't I do this sooner ... and once you get your dog your Harley will collect dust so get a dust cover ...

FYI ... that said ... I'm getting a Harley ... I don't want to wear out my dog:hi: :loony: :roll: :up: Oh did I say Harley ... I mean a moped ... :lol:
 
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