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Harley loses to the 'metrics'

Discussion in 'Recreational vehicles' started by Ryder13, Mar 29, 2013.

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  1. Ryder13

    Ryder13 Active Member Founding Member Feburary Winner

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    Okay I know there is a bit of a thing re Harley riders and 'metric' cruiser
    owners. Some are hardcore re the HD Mystique. Me personally not so much
    but that is okay. Different strokes etc.
    Anyway I found this piece of info to be interesting. For some it will not be a surprise.
    Probably won't change some riders' minds though.
    And I have no idea why Suzuki is not mentioned.

    http://canadamotoguide.com/2013/03/...-than-harley-davidsons-bmws-consumer-reports/
    Ryder13
     
    Ryder13, Mar 29, 2013
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  2. Flexin

    Flexin Admin Staff Member Founding Member Top Event

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    What surprises me is the less reliable they are the more likely they are to buy again in that test sample. I'm a huge Yamaha fan so I was happy to see it high on the list.

    HD has built a following that is very loyal. Apple is the same way. For the most part when things are like that you can do no wrong. BMW has that as well to a point. Maybe on a smaller scale.

    Part of the HD thing might be the brand recognition. They have a lot of merchandise and it sells really well. You can pick it out in a crowd. Some non riders will wear it as well. I think the Japanese brands need more of that.

    I also find it odd that Suzuki wasn't mentioned at all in that article.

    James
     
    Flexin, Mar 29, 2013
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  3. mudrock

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    I'm sure MILEAGE has a lot to do with these findings. Here's a hint, Harley and BMW don't offer a 250cc dual sport which will probably NEVER see 10,000 miles. I would guess the average Honda, Kawasaki, or Yamaha gets around 2500 miles a year. Is this report ONLY on street bikes?
     
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