2018+ Softail Models Breakout

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Old Nov 22, 2025 | 11:20 AM
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I purchased a 25 FXLRS Thursday. Took it out yesterday and did 25 miles. Man I wish it was warm enough for a long ride.

Fit and Finish: Standard HD high quality paint and finish.
Appearance : Bad A$$
Handling : Superior to my 13 Dyna. Adjusted the rear shock to #1 absorbs bumps well and stays planted. Don't feel the need to upgrade the front to adjustment.
Braking : front is excellent, slightly vague rear that may change with break-in. ABS is not intrusive and is welcome.
Comfort : Stock seat is acceptable but I need a Tall-Boy seat and my legs needs a tad more room. Bars are in a very comfortable position.
Tech : Not too much just enough. I like the single instrument display. I am not a fan of TFT screens.

Upgrades needed: Not much just the tall seat and it could use a slip-on to make it sound like a HD not a lawnmower.

Looking forward to Spring and warm weather so I can get some miles on this beast of a bike.

Also very pleased with Zion HD. Good deal and helpful staff.

 
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"I am not a fan of TFT screens."

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TFT...........?
 
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TFT...........?
Instruments that look like a TV screen.
 
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Old Nov 23, 2025 | 11:41 AM
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You set your shock to 1. Why is your weight???

I have mine at 2 and I’m 165 with no gear.
 
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I am 167. May go to #2 need to get some more miles in to make a decision.
 
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Originally Posted by MesquiteFLD
I am 167. May go to #2 need to get some more miles in to make a decision.
1 felt decent until there was any sort of dips or potholes. It would slam down and not feel great.
they are a pain in the *** to adjust
 
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Originally Posted by abolton89
1 felt decent until there was any sort of dips or potholes. It would slam down and not feel great.
they are a pain in the *** to adjust
The 25 is simple to adjust. One under seat **** to turn with the tool provided.
 
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