H-D wish list - Harley Forum

AdamWilliams · #1 10-24-2007, 09:27 AM

In the past several years, Harley has been proactive in implementing various style and mechanical changes to the model line-up. Rubber mounts, bigger stock power plants, etc. have garnered the most attention. But is there anything riders would like done that H-D has overlooked? What would YOU, the Harley community, like to see changed with a specific model(s)?

BlueBob · #2 10-24-2007, 03:51 PM

Stop making me mess with the turn signals on my Dyna to add bags and/or detachable sideplates!

I LIKE the turn signals!

Seriously though, the rear fender and the flow of the rear end is one of the reasons I bought a Dyna. I like the clean solo look, but would still like to add the functionality for longer trips and passenger comfort.

jmk713 · #3 10-24-2007, 05:08 PM

I'd like to see ABS brakes on all models, an engine that is not only bigger; but one that actually makes more useable power and doesn't need another outlay of cash to run "right"
Relocated ignition switch so it's reachable from the seat on all models.
A headlight that the bike can't out-run.
A comfortable seat on all models.
Passenger hand rails on all models (No cost option maybe)

humpbackbob · #4 10-24-2007, 05:19 PM

How about a full blown tourer, fairing/screen, footboards, air suspension, music, touring seat, the works,on a small frame, lighter weight. Sportster for example. To suit the vertically challenged among us

jmk713 · #5 10-24-2007, 07:28 PM

I'd buy that in a minute!!!

#6 10-24-2007, 08:27 PM

They need to get rid of the crappy two-up seats on the sportster. They just plain suck.

You should not have to move your rear signals a inch or two to add bags.

Duel disk front brakes on all models.

I would also like to be able to pull the key out after you start the bike.

jmk713 · #7 10-24-2007, 10:06 PM

Lotta good ideas here. Wonder if HD ever monitors this site?
If they don't; they should.

505Blues · #8 11-10-2007, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by JCOURNEYAP

They need to get rid of the crappy two-up seats on the sportster. They just plain suck.

You should not have to move your rear signals a inch or two to add bags.

Duel disk front brakes on all models.

I would also like to be able to pull the key out after you start the bike.

What are people doing about seats..I bought a 2007 Nightster and the stock seat is fine ,but when i bought a 300.00 Harley two up seat it just plain sucks! Should I rip it open and add after market Gel? BTW the seat is a Rallyrunner.

humpbackbob · #9 11-11-2007, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by 505Blues

What are people doing about seats..I bought a 2007 Nightster and the stock seat is fine ,but when i bought a 300.00 Harley two up seat it just plain sucks! Should I rip it open and add after market Gel? BTW the seat is a Rallyrunner.

The gal in the Parts Dept at my local Dealer did just that.She has a DeLuxe and had a local Seat guy add gel to the seat. she tore out the old foam, added the gel and had the seat stitched back together. Loves it!

Frankie42 · #10 11-11-2007, 08:00 PM

This is what I would like to see on the touring models.
When you down shift to 1st gear the bike lowers it self a couple of inches. Then when you stop the bike allows riders with shorter leg's to put both feet flat on the ground. Then when you up shift to 2nd it returns to it's normal height. If you want to use this feature all that would be required is the flip of a switch.
This would save big bucks on lowering kits.