Thinking about a Switchback
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2008
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From: Northeast, NJ
Before I got my Switchback I was riding a Suzuki DL650 and one of the first things I noticed about the Switchback was I was no longer being pushed around by high wind compared to the Suzuki. This was with the hard bags on as they almost always are on because I have zip tied the bag lock mechanisms to insure they won't come off when riding. This zip tie mod is on the Switchback riders forum.
Road Captain
Joined: Nov 2016
Posts: 666
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From: Berlin
I have a mate who has a Switchback, he loves it especially in the city, the bags are useful, he just put some better shocks on, and a true track and he is very happy, probably some good deals out there now Harley has stopped making it.
Tourer
Joined: Jan 2017
Posts: 250
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From: Arlington, TX
I bought my 1,100 mile 2016 FLD for $11,999. I've had a Road King, 3 Softails (one of them a Springer) and 2 FXR's. I weigh 140 lbs dripping wet, am in good physical shape at 73 years of age, and probably would be fine on a Road King if I wanted one. The mods on my Switchback include plenty of chrome, a Vance and Hines slip on, a de-catted head pipe, a Power Vision tune, a Screaming Eagle breather and the Clevis Pin modification. For my riding, the Switchback is the best HD I've owned. It's got plenty of power, minimal vibration after the Clevis Pin mod, and enough storage for my use. I doubt if I'll take any two up long trips, but my wife loves the bike for weekend jaunts. I'm amazed they discontinued the FLD as it is a great multipurpose bike and plenty powerful with the 103 Twin Cam motor. A dealer owner I know says he can't get enough Switchbacks to fill demand now that they are gone.
Last edited by Mac-427; Apr 27, 2017 at 07:12 AM.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2007
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From: Forest Hill, Md
Not sure where you are located but my daughter is selling hers...
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/motor...ed-sunglo.html
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/motor...ed-sunglo.html
Cruiser
Joined: Feb 2015
Posts: 149
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From: Orlando
My bike came with a beautiful custom Corbin seat but the stock seat is much more comfortable.
Also to the OP; not sure where you are but I bought mine in South Fl. 2013 with 7800 miles and thousands of dollars in extras. I paid $10600, if you want to use that as reference.
I would think Florida along with Cali has some of the highest bike prices but I think I made out pretty well.
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Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Nov 2006
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From: The Wasteland
Yes I picked up one about a month ago and did exactly this. My wife and I love it. This bike has one of the best seats that Harley makes.
My bike came with a beautiful custom Corbin seat but the stock seat is much more comfortable.
Also to the OP; not sure where you are but I bought mine in South Fl. 2013 with 7800 miles and thousands of dollars in extras. I paid $10600, if you want to use that as reference.
I would think Florida along with Cali has some of the highest bike prices but I think I made out pretty well.
My bike came with a beautiful custom Corbin seat but the stock seat is much more comfortable.
Also to the OP; not sure where you are but I bought mine in South Fl. 2013 with 7800 miles and thousands of dollars in extras. I paid $10600, if you want to use that as reference.
I would think Florida along with Cali has some of the highest bike prices but I think I made out pretty well.
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Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 20,972
Likes: 19,067
From: The Wasteland
So whats the story with the bags dropping off? I've seen it mentioned here a couple times. Also whats the clevis pin mod?
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Joined: Apr 2010
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From: northeast
do a google search for switchback owners on proboards and once joined check the cous how to section.. for clevis pin mod with photos and parts required
the bags popping off most times I think is due to not being locked to bike properly although early one we found some incidences of weak springs in the latch
many fixes listed on the owners site also