Hey all.

I have an opportunity to buy an '05 CVO Ultra with 29K miles. The bike is in cherry condition and appears to need nothing, it is also really reasonably priced. I have only ridden Evos & Shovels in the past and need to know what to look for in these twin-cams.

What is the difference between the CVO and a regular Ultra other than the obvious 103", paint, chrome, etc. Are the brakes, frame, suspension standard or are they upgraded on the CVO??

I am also lookin at an '07 Electra Glide Classic with 11K miles for about the same money. I understand some changes were made this year such as 96", swing-arm and such. Is the '07 platform any better than an '05 CVO?

Trying to make a decision which one I want (if any!!) Still have my '89 Glide and my '76 FXE and somewhat apprehensive coming into a new decade with the fuel injection and all the electronics.......still want to be able to fix my own stuff.

 

In 2007, HD went to a 6 speed, upgraded the efi and increased the displacement of the touring bikes. In the same model year, the upgrades from classic to the ultra and then from the ultra to the cvo are engines, finish, stereo, paint and chrome from the wheels on up to the mirrors!

Year 2005 2007
Manufacturer Harley-Davidson Harley-Davidson
Model Screamin' Eagle Electra Glide Electra Glide Classic
Engine Type Pushrod V-twin 4-stroke V-twin, Twin Cam 96
Displacement 1690cc 1584cc
Bore & Stroke 98.3 x 111.0mm 95.18mm x 111.13mm
Comp Ratio 9.0:1 9.2:1
Cooling Air cooled Air cooled
Fuel System EFI ESPFI
Ignition Electronic Electronic
Starting System Electric Electric
Transmission Five-speed Six-speed
Final Drive Belt Belt
Rake & Trail 26°/157.5mm 26°/ 157.5 mm
Wheel Base 63.5 in. 63.5 in.
Seat Height 26.89 in. 27.3 in.
Front Suspension 4.6 in. 4.6 in.
Rear Suspension 3.0 in. 3 in.
Front Brake Dual Disc Disc
Rear Brake Disc Disc
Front Tire MT90B-16 72H MT90B16 72H
Rear Tire MU85B-16 77H MU85B16 77H
Fuel Capacity 5.0 gal. 5 gal.
Dry Weight 808 lbs. 784 lbs.