Again, thanks for the link. The Harley Hummer site is quite a read indeed. Pictures sent me back to my younger years. Damn they look old now! How things change.
As far as H-D using Buell and MV to diversify their current line. Bravo. Or is that Woooo Hooooo!!! ? I've been not so silently admiring the V-Rod. A bold step into the 21st century for them. It'll be interesting to see if they dress it for touring and other elder attractions (like myself).
thanks again for your back and forth. Most enjoyable indeed!