Hi all. I have a chance to buy a '91 "1st Edition" B/M version. I've played it and like many of the features, actually including the reverse in/out lanes. One thing I don't like is the "vibration" effect. The tech who showed me the machine couldn't find a means to turn that off in the programming. Worst case I suppose I could cut a wire or put it on a switch. I don't mind the vibration or sound so much myself, but I'm concerned about what it's doing to a 20+ year old machine. I can't imagine all that unnecessary shaking is good for old circuit boards, connectors, lamp filaments, and plastics. Any opinion on that?

Anyway - can someone tell me what they like or don't like about that machine? TIA...

LOL - Yeah, any machine I own gets a fair amount of abuse - as does my real Harley! At least the pinball version won't retaliate and leave a puddle of oil on the floor...as far as I know. Wait - maybe that's a feature I haven't discovered yet...!

As much as machines are designed for the bumps and grinds of play, I still think that (unique?) constant, almost monotone vibration the machine produces constantly while in play is potentially hazardous to its health. Was hoping someone who owns/owned one would weigh-in...

Tks, Hoopjohn - That's what I was seeking! As an owner I too can relate (but not ascribe!) to the Harley culture / allure. And the PB machine I'm looking at is indeed overpriced IM(NS)HO. I see them routinely in the $3K range elsewhere and this local outlet is asking even more. But it's been sitting for a while. I think I'll offer something like $2K and walk away.

I have an '89 Lowrider, BTW, from essentially the same vintage. I bought it used however a decade later when it sold for about half. It's mostly garaged now as the "shine" has come off a good bit. Our local HOG folded as well. Now I'm much more interested in riding my "'57 Trike" Boss Hoss. Anyone know if there's a Boss Hoss pinball machine out there ?!?

Any other opinions on the HD machine ??