Future HD owner with comparison question
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Future HD owner with comparison question
Hello all, I have 2 bikes that I have narrowed down that I really like. I like the Heritage Softail and the Road King. Here is my situation. I'm 42 yrs old and had to retire from my fire dept job because of a back injury. I always said when I retired I would get another Harley. Even though my career didn't go as planned and I miss the excitement of the job I need something exhilarating again. I'm gonna be in pain either way, I might as well get me another bike and use it as therapy.
Anyway my concern is the ride quality. I have test ridden both, but the test ride is only about 10 minutes and it doesn't give enough time to figure out which bike will be best for me. I was thinking the RK would be better due to it being a touring model, but the Heritage sure feels really good. How is the ride quality with a Heritage Softail? I have read many of posts on here and it seems that everyone is happy with the comfort of the Softail.
None of the local Harley shops rent bikes anymore which would really help with my decision. The only option I have is Eagle Riders, and from what I was told it may be a older bike.
I do realize that this is a hard thing to help me figure out, but any insight or opinions would be appreciated. Thanks.
Anyway my concern is the ride quality. I have test ridden both, but the test ride is only about 10 minutes and it doesn't give enough time to figure out which bike will be best for me. I was thinking the RK would be better due to it being a touring model, but the Heritage sure feels really good. How is the ride quality with a Heritage Softail? I have read many of posts on here and it seems that everyone is happy with the comfort of the Softail.
None of the local Harley shops rent bikes anymore which would really help with my decision. The only option I have is Eagle Riders, and from what I was told it may be a older bike.
I do realize that this is a hard thing to help me figure out, but any insight or opinions would be appreciated. Thanks.
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