Have just purchased (November 2004) Honda VTX 1800C - only model of VTX1800 available in Australia. Metallic Majenta - everyone that has seen it thinks it looks beautiful. Power and brakes are fantastic. Have always loved Harleys, particularly the recent 88B - last bike was 2000 Harley Heritage Classic - beautiful bike. A new Harley on road in Australia is around 32000 Australian $ - the Honda VTX 1800 cost me 20000Aus $ - absolute bargain I thought. Love he bike. Regards Craig (School Teacher Adelaide South Australia)