Ok my rusty ole gears are rollin' around in my head....

I'm reading the rave reviews of the Switchback, some Motorcycle reviewers
on You-tube are calling it the best HD currently offered. Hitting the sweetspot
of Fun - comfort - Function. The look while rolling is very cool to my eye.

I've always liked a Road King. and wonder if I make a move Should I just
go that way. They really don't cost that much more.

So what do you all think ? Especially Switchback owners .. Any Regrets ?

Thanks

 

Cant speak for the switchback, but a touring bike especially a Road King is a completely different animal than the switchback.

You cant fairly compare them as they are in different classes.

I know after I rode a few miles on Road King I was able to throw it around like I was born on it, I dont feel like I am on a heavy touring bike, rather a decent sized cruiser and it is nimble at speed.

The switchback I suspect has a more sporty ride and maybe better /quicker handling?

Again I cant say as I havent ridden any, but I would say if you are thinking of sport riding, weekend day trips around town and to the club, although you could comfortably do that on a road king, and I love the king, you might be better suited fo the switchback since you like that look and you are questioning "sportyness".

why not go test drive one of each and check them out and consider your driving style.
That way you can get some seat time and feel the differences while considering where you will be riding and how often.

Good luck, I am sure some switchys will chime in and give you a better picture from their perspective.
Lump

 

I've owned a Heritage, Electra Glide, Super Glide, and a couple Sportiest. My 2012 Switchback is by far my favorite in handling, ride, power, and overall coolness to me.

 

Oops, Sporties....learn to spell Hock!

 

Love my Switchback, Bought it without a test drive walked up sat on it and that was it sold. I have had it for 8 months and have not one regret on the decision. This is just my humble opnion.

 

The switchback is a Dyna.

 

No regrets. Owned 8 Harleys going back to my first bought new '72 iron head and this by far is the sweetest. That said I use this FLD as my daily ride but would think twice about cross country on it. Made some long trips on glides and they were built more for comfort. This will be my keeper till they plant me.

David
Socal

 

The RK is about 100lbs heavier, and I could feel the difference. Both great bikes, but I think the switchback gives you some of the perks without the weight. RK is still in a class by itself though. For a daily drive I'd lean towards the Dyna.

 

i have had mine for exactly 10 months and would not hesitate
to buy it all over again..
as for comfort, I did 150 miles of spirited riding on it yesterday and was
ready for another 150 when i got home.

 

Thanks for all your responses... I think its a cool bike, and I just might get one.