Luv2Fall 0 #1 March 25, 2004 during the next few days. Anyone here have experience with the "Shadow"? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Merrick 0 #2 March 25, 2004 Definitely a nice looking bike, but I seriously wasn't impressed with mine. In 99' I bought a new 99' 750 Shadow ACE Deluxe, and I swear it was the slowest most uncomfortable bike I've ever ridden. The seat was nice, but handlebars made me feel like I was hugging a bear. Don't mean to be negative, but I WAS ready to get rid of it within a week of riding it home from the dealer. Keep in mind, I prefer sport bikes too, so my opinion may be a bit biased. lol blues! Merrick Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luv2Fall 0 #3 March 25, 2004 Not a problem............appreciate it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DTOXX 0 #4 March 25, 2004 I have a 2002 Shadow Spirit 750. I like it. Given the choice I would have gone with a larger bike but as I am the only one on it most of the time its fine. ------- D.T. Holder SIMstudy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PeteW 0 #5 March 25, 2004 Just bought a 2002 VSTAR 1100 Custom brand new. Last year I rode a 2001 Suzuki Maurader 800cc. It was a good bike but I like the feel of a slightly bigger heavier bike. But I am 230lbs 5'9". Pete Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #6 March 25, 2004 I'm still trying to figure out how this falls into the "inexpensive toy" catagory. For me, an "inexpensive toy" is a plastic spider ring and a website about Harleys.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luv2Fall 0 #7 March 25, 2004 Harley's are expensive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conundrum 1 #8 March 25, 2004 Bah, get a real bike. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #9 March 25, 2004 Now if you took that and put about 8" of bottom end stretch and about 6" of top end stretch and some new handle bars and you'd be set!--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luv2Fall 0 #10 March 25, 2004 Can't do crotch rockets lol. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pleifer 0 #11 March 25, 2004 Quote I have a 2002 Shadow Spirit 750. I like it. Given the choice I would have gone with a larger bike but as I am the only one on it most of the time its fine. I have the same bike 'cept mine is yellow. I love it, people are talking about slugish/ I was doing 80 all the way over willamate pass with my thengirlfriend onthe back.... I'd tell you how fast it goes but the spedo stops at a 100mph. anyway if you can afford the few extra cc's and get the 750 i don't think you will out grow it so quick... _________________________________________ The Angel of Duh has spoke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luv2Fall 0 #12 March 25, 2004 I think the 750 will be all I need for some time..........just something to cruise on up and down the interstates........nothing fast. Thanks all for the responses. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mccordia 74 #13 March 25, 2004 QuoteBah, get a real bike. A real bike? hahaha So you are one of those tupperware drivers eh?JC FlyLikeBrick I'm an Athlete? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Conundrum 1 #14 March 25, 2004 I prefer sport bikes over cruisers if that's what you mean. Overall, they are much better performing machines and in my opinon, look better. It's all personal preferrence though. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cajun 0 #15 March 25, 2004 I've got a 99 shadow spirit (1100cc). Nice bike, comfortable, easy to ride. Never had any problem with it except the battery went dead after 4 years. Only thing is it maxes out at 105mph. Would like to sell it and get me an RC-51 now. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ron 10 #16 March 25, 2004 On the same type of thread...anyone know anything about a 1996 Porshe 911? I think I NEED one."No free man shall ever be debarred the use of arms." -- Thomas Jefferson, Thomas Jefferson Papers, 334 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FrflyPimpDaddy 0 #17 March 25, 2004 Hmmm. Here I thought you were thinking of another kind of "inexpensive toy" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2fat2fly 0 #18 March 25, 2004 When I sold my Harley, my dad asked me about buying one. (he put more miles on my bike than I did). I told him that for what he wanted, a Shadow was the way to go, and I still feel that way. Comfortable, reliable, shaft drive and liquid cooled makes for a nice bike.I am not the man. But the man knows my name...and he's worried Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mccordia 74 #19 March 26, 2004 I have a Yamaha Virago (750), realy like it a lot. But I'm thinking about buying a Yamaha V-Max next year. My dad has one, and I realy love that machine...it looks cool, drives fast, and even better.....its not made out of plastic The V-Boost system on that bike makes it accelerate at an insane level...no matter what speed you are driving...JC FlyLikeBrick I'm an Athlete? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gawain 0 #20 March 26, 2004 Yeah, V-Max has some serious muscle! Definitely worth considering for anyone in the market for a powerful cruiser. So I try and I scream and I beg and I sigh Just to prove I'm alive, and it's alright 'Cause tonight there's a way I'll make light of my treacherous life Make light! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
efs4ever 3 #21 March 26, 2004 I'm still riding the 1992 Honda 750 Nighthawk that I got in 1996 for $2,800.00. Bought a Sigma Tandem with the savings. Russell M. Webb D 7014 Attorney at Law 713 385 5676 https://www.tdcparole.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Luv2Fall 0 #22 March 26, 2004 Man........I would love to run up on a deal like that. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
efs4ever 3 #23 March 26, 2004 It's got a ding or two, but with 44K it runs great.Russell M. Webb D 7014 Attorney at Law 713 385 5676 https://www.tdcparole.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gmanpilot 0 #24 March 26, 2004 I'm not into bikes at all, but my buddy has a GSX-R. That is the fastest thing I have ever seen, ever._________________________________________ -There's always free cheese in a mouse trap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shawndiver 0 #25 March 26, 2004 Check out the Suzuki Intruder Volusia VL800. Had mine for two years with 30,000 miles on it and have not had a mechanical problem with it yet! It pretty much gets rave reviews in the magazines for a mid size ride! Shawn_________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
