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Jan 28, 2019 | 09:51 AM

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polbit

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Been away for a while, but the Sport Glide is drawing me back in. Wife's been complaining that she can't ride with me as my current bike is a small standard. Does anyone know what, if any, changes were made to the 2019 Sport Glide? There's a used 2018 around me, and a new 2019. Not really sure if it's worth spending extra for a new one.

Jan 28, 2019 | 10:05 AM

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fjoh

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Originally Posted by polbit

I think 2018 & 2019 are mechanically identical. The only difference is more colors to choose from....

Jan 28, 2019 | 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by polbit

I think they added a central brake light (vs using the blinkers as brake/blinker/running lights), and the primary may be a bit narrower (not certain), but nothing significant, I think. Fantastic bike. I've had mine for a year and love it. My wife is pretty small, and she finds the seat uncomfortable after an hour or so - probably better than many of the Softails, but not ideal. I've tried 2 seats so far (Saddleman and Mustang), and while they were great for my wife, they kept me in a cruiser slouch, where I wanted to be more upright. Waiting for a Corbin right now that I hope corrects that. Anyway, good luck!

Jan 28, 2019 | 10:34 AM

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polbit

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Thanks guys, sounds like 2018 should be the right choice then. Let's see what I can get it for and what shape it's in with less than 500 miles

Jan 28, 2019 | 10:49 AM

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Belloc42

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Originally Posted by polbit

Thanks guys, sounds like 2018 should be the right choice then. Let's see what I can get it for and what shape it's in with less than 500 miles

Oh, wow, that's brand new!

Jan 28, 2019 | 01:26 PM

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14IronCross

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No difference at all between 18 and 19 sport glides

Jan 28, 2019 | 01:43 PM

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FatBob2018

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The 2019 probably has the cam plate/seal on it, whereas the 2018 didn't.

Jan 28, 2019 | 02:01 PM

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Cage Free

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Originally Posted by Belloc42

I think they added a central brake light (vs using the blinkers as brake/blinker/running lights)

After doing 1K service yesterday and going for a short test ride, Girl (who followed me) mentioned she didn't think the back end provided enough visibility. We looked at this area specifically. There's a red reflector between the license plate light and the plate, but it doesn't light up. Now thinking about LED upgrade...

Like someone mentioned I think the only difference in the new model year is more color choices. I went to the dealership wanting black but they had a different bike in midnight blue. If they would've had a SpG in that color I probably would've bought it. I thought that color looked awesome.

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Jan 28, 2019 | 02:08 PM

#259

Mchad

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Originally Posted by Royce

Thought that I’d post a couple of pics of my Bungking crashbar. I’m really happy with the fit and the look and they’re significantly sturdier than the standard Harley engine guards.

I didn’t know Bung King made different styles. I have one of the “old style” from them, only the low bar... They make great stuff. I have a set of their risers on my FXR.

Jan 28, 2019 | 02:12 PM

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FatBob2018

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Originally Posted by Mchad

I didn’t know Bung King made different styles. I have one of the “old style” from them, only the low bar... They make great stuff. I have a set of their risers on my FXR.

The low bar is for bikes with mid-mount controls, the high bar is for those with forward controls. (at least, as I understand it).

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