Hi Ski,
If I could make a suggestion, I know deciding which bike is best suited for you is difficult, bit once you narrow it down to one or two and then rent each one for a weekend or so, ride it in as many places as you think you would normally go, before you decide on the one you buy. At least then you'll be able to have a bit of living with each one so you can make a better-informed decision. Good luck,
Dave
P.S. There are rumors that Harley is thinking about a V-Rod engine bagger in 2004
If I could make a suggestion, I know deciding which bike is best suited for you is difficult, bit once you narrow it down to one or two and then rent each one for a weekend or so, ride it in as many places as you think you would normally go, before you decide on the one you buy. At least then you'll be able to have a bit of living with each one so you can make a better-informed decision. Good luck,
Dave
P.S. There are rumors that Harley is thinking about a V-Rod engine bagger in 2004