I am a former Savage owner. I put over 50,000 miles on the machine below. I loved it, was aware of all its strengths, and weaknesses, and was sad when it finally died.
Currently, I ride the 2011 HD 883 Extra Low pictured below. I have a little over 10,000 miles on it so far, including a 2600 mile trip that I just made through California.
I am a little taken aback at the things I read about the 883 on this site. They certainly do not have any foundation in my own riding experience. I have always thought that there were a lot of similarities between the Savage and the 883. In thinking about the bike, I was wondering what not to like:
Alloy wheels
Tubeless tires (Radials standard)
Drilled front brake rotor
Dual piston front brake caliper
Self canceling turn signals
Hazard signals
Throttle lock screw
Electronic Speedo with 2 trip meters and clock
Screw on oil filter
Hydraulic lifters
Fuel Injection
Oil dip stick
Belt drive
Seat height unladen 26.8"
Seat height laden 25.5"
Gas tank capacity 4.5 gal
Engine Torque 55 foot pounds
2013 Price $8099