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Old 08-30-2014, 12:02 PM
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So I see for 2015, the MoCo has added a "Low" model for both the Ultra Classics and Ultra Limiteds.

How about a "Tall" model for us taller than "stock" individuals? Heck...they have all the parts in their parts bins...tallboy seat, extended reach or mini-ape bars, extended footboards, extended shift & brake levers, etc.

Just think'n out loud...sure would be nice not to have to spend a couple thousand just to make the bike fit.
 
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Can't argue with the logic there! I'm 'only' 6'2" and I don't hardly fit on my 2012 FLHX, already put a new seat, new windshield, extended boards on. Still need to move the brake/shift levers and bars and then I think it will finally fit. I'm an odd build, all leg and arm with a small torso. Had to have my riding jacket custom fit with 2 inches added to the sleeve and 2 inches removed from the bottom of the jacket.

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How about a Big model ?? Say about 15% larger all around for us man sized men??
Everything is designed to fit the average man and I am most certainly not average size.
I remember seeing the first photo of me on my new big touring Harley and I looked like a circus clown on a midget bike.

Tough to be comfortable and look cool on these little bikes.
 
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Saw Dennis Rodman cruise main street in Sturgis a few years back. Do a search on google and you'll find several pictures.

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Originally Posted by lefty33
How about a "Tall" model for us taller than "stock" individuals?
......... i think they call that the 'Road Glide'
 
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Originally Posted by lefty33
So I see for 2015, the MoCo has added a "Low" model for both the Ultra Classics and Ultra Limiteds.

How about a "Tall" model for us taller than "stock" individuals? Heck...they have all the parts in their parts bins...tallboy seat, extended reach or mini-ape bars, extended footboards, extended shift & brake levers, etc.

Just think'n out loud...sure would be nice not to have to spend a couple thousand just to make the bike fit.
That is so true. Harleys are already built for hobbits. I do not see the reasoning in a "low" model.
 
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I'll take 3!


A Blonde, a Brunette, and a Red!!!!





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I'm only 6' but during a demo day, I rode a Street Glide back to back with a Road Glide. I felt cramped by the Street Glide and really liked the open feeling of the RG. This is when my bike was a RK. If I ever go back to a touring frame HD, it will have forward controls.

Hawg Halters has this disclaimer on their website for FLH forward controls.

Recommendation for choosing between the "standard" or "extended" version; If your Inseem is 34 or more choose extended pegs, if less than 34 choose standard pegs.
 
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I'm black,waitin' for a Get Down model.......
 
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Ogre Glide

Road Ogre

Ogre Glide Classic

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Ogra

Rocker O

Street Ogre

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Sportstogre

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