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Old 12-24-2013, 01:16 AM
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Default Standard vs fxsts Springer handling difference

I would love to here how the fxsts handles next next to a regular softail standard or wideglide i know they all have the 21inch wheel but does that heavy front-end kill the handling? And also would like to feel how u guys feel the normal standard handles next to other softails
 
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I have a 05 fxsti, and have rented a springer, and duece to ride on vacation. The springer was by far the best ride and handling of the three.
 
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Loved my '97 Heritage Springer !
 
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I'm really interested in hearing from people with the 21 inch wheel Springers I wanted to know how there handling compares to a regular fxst
 
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I own both so comparison is easy after years on both.The Fx springer is lighter in the front end than a wide glide to me. the springer is more nimble at low speed. I ride both at high speed and not much different.While neither are sport bike like handleing they both do a good job over all.
 
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Wow thank you just what I was looking to here
 
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