Is that a Harley? - Page 2

davidhollinger · 09-30-2013, 02:41 PM

When they say nice Hog I point to his ol' lady and say yeah you too!!

Jeffsmountainauto · 09-30-2013, 02:43 PM

I had a Harley guy pull up next to me at the pumps one day and ask if my nomad was a Victory. To which I said "Nope, it;s a Kawasaki." He took a second look and said "Well, it's not american, but it's got two wheels and you can ride it."

**Kawhead** · 09-30-2013, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave

It reminds me how at work everyone people refers to the copy machine as a Xerox.

Calling any brand tissue Kleenex is what burns myass.

**Kawhead** · 09-30-2013, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Top Cat

If they say nice bike, I say Thanks.
If they say nice bike, is that a Harley I say no it is a Kawasaki Nomad.
If they say nice bike, is it a Harley, I say no it is a Kawasaki Nomad and they reply, oh, I thought it was a real bike, then we have a whole different conversation

I'd hate to be that guy.

**taranis** · 09-30-2013, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by davidhollinger

When they say nice Hog I point to his ol' lady and say yeah you too!!

Dammit.. have to change my shirt now...

Pitchinguy · 09-30-2013, 03:33 PM

Happens all the time! When someone is obviously ignorant but envious & trying to be complimentary, I'll be appreciative but truthful. I once was envious & uninformed myself. But if they're ignorant AND stupid...I'll go right back at em!

Sin City Stan · 09-30-2013, 03:35 PM

I have two standard answers.. No, it's a Vulcan or no, it's a Nomad. Either answer will get a puzzled look.

Dave · 09-30-2013, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Kawhead

Calling any brand tissue Kleenex is what burns myass.

A burrito loaded with hot sauce does mine.

Dave · 09-30-2013, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Kawhead

I'd hate to be that guy.

No kidding. I'd hate to have AARP come after me.

johnberryus · 09-30-2013, 03:51 PM

I get it a fair amount around here too and they either look disappointed or confused when I say "Now it's a Kawasaki Nomad".
But I actually get a lot more "Nice Bike!!!"

I don't worry about them. I have been trying to think of a good Personalized plate that says NOT A HARLEY so I don't have to anymore.

**Kawhead** · 09-30-2013, 04:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave

A burrito loaded with hot sauce does mine.

Every once in a while my wife makes me put on a corset and garters, ties me to the bed post and beats my ass with a riding crop. That kinda burns, but satisfies a desire.

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Originally Posted by Dave

No kidding. I'd hate to have AARP come after me.

If you ever seent, Top Cat you'd think you wouldn't fuss over a parking space with him.

Don't tell me what chooglin is, but quit out doing me and go back to doing it.

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Originally Posted by davidhollinger

When they say nice Hog I point to his ol' lady and say yeah you too!!

My wife says that, and they point back at ME and say,"Yours Too".

dale55 · 09-30-2013, 05:00 PM

Most people think any motorcycle is a harley because that is all they see on tv and in the media. So take it as a compliment. They are just telling you they like your bike. No insult.

**ringadingh** · 09-30-2013, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Kawhead

It happens a lot. People are well meaning I just smile and tell them it's Kawasaki 1600 Nomad.

Me too!

**glwilson** · 09-30-2013, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave

I get asked that all the time.

Me too... happens all the time...

cactusjack · 09-30-2013, 06:55 PM

A large portion of the general public thinks all motorcycles are Harleys. Just think how satisfying it is to be able to answer "thank you, why yes, it is a Harley".

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davidhollinger Sr. Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Central Alabama Posts: 2,188	When they say nice Hog I point to his ol' lady and say yeah you too!! __________________ I would be patient, but it takes too long!! David Hollinger 2002 Beige 1500 "Hannah2" VBA # 02195 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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09-30-2013, 02:43 PM	#17
Jeffsmountainauto Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Auburn, CA Posts: 416	I had a Harley guy pull up next to me at the pumps one day and ask if my nomad was a Victory. To which I said "Nope, it;s a Kawasaki." He took a second look and said "Well, it's not american, but it's got two wheels and you can ride it." __________________ 2005 1600 nomad
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09-30-2013, 03:33 PM	#21
Pitchinguy Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Farmville, Va Posts: 424	Happens all the time! When someone is obviously ignorant but envious & trying to be complimentary, I'll be appreciative but truthful. I once was envious & uninformed myself. But if they're ignorant AND stupid...I'll go right back at em! __________________ *2011 Nomad* *VBA #01922*
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09-30-2013, 03:35 PM	#22
Sin City Stan Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Henderson, NV Posts: 3,746	I have two standard answers.. No, it's a Vulcan or no, it's a Nomad. Either answer will get a puzzled look. __________________ Oldest Saloon In Nevada http://www.pioneersaloon.info/ "Sin City Stan" Henderson, NV VBA #01004 VROC #29365 2004 Nomad 1500L5 +100 "The Bike" 2009 Nomad 1700 (past) 2004 Vulcan Classic 800 (past) 2010 Cortez - 2011 Crescent City - 2012 Kanab - 2013 Estes Park Last edited by Sin City Stan; 10-01-2013 at 10:27 AM.
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09-30-2013, 03:51 PM	#25
johnberryus Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Burlingame, CA Posts: 238	I get it a fair amount around here too and they either look disappointed or confused when I say "Now it's a Kawasaki Nomad". But I actually get a lot more "Nice Bike!!!" I don't worry about them. I have been trying to think of a good Personalized plate that says NOT A HARLEY so I don't have to anymore. __________________ 2005 Silver and Black 1600 Nomad "Athena" Now with Chucksters Single plate Intake, DynaJet PC-III, and Cobra True Duals w/ Billet tips 2006 Silver and Black XL1200R Sportster "Beauty" (Sadly this is up for sale) VBA #2066 Mokwa Officer Road Captain Legion Of Sin MC "Do your damnedest in an ostentatious manner all the time." - General S. George Patton Jr
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09-30-2013, 05:00 PM	#27
dale55 Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Dallas Texas Posts: 353	Most people think any motorcycle is a harley because that is all they see on tv and in the media. So take it as a compliment. They are just telling you they like your bike. No insult.
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09-30-2013, 06:55 PM	#30
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	A large portion of the general public thinks all motorcycles are Harleys. Just think how satisfying it is to be able to answer "thank you, why yes, it is a Harley". __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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