Wide Glide Help Needed ASAP!!!!!
Road Master
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From: SE FL & Black Hills SD
Before I bought my 99 FXDWG (with 2200 miles) last October, I rented every model Harley builds to see what I want.... I should've bought a new WG (turns out they are different than the 99)... I also have a new RK... If I were running 180 miles everyday, a touring bike is the only way, nothing to talk about.
That said; I am trying to decide which of my bikes to take to Florida for the winter.. I like riding the WG, but the RK is some knd of extra nice for when I do go for an extended ride.
That said; I am trying to decide which of my bikes to take to Florida for the winter.. I like riding the WG, but the RK is some knd of extra nice for when I do go for an extended ride.
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Have you rode on a Heritage or a Fatboy??. I know a few people that have moved to these bikes because of back problems and are much happier and enjoy riding again. They like the fact that you sit strait up rather than stretched out.
wow man you are like a dealers wet dream! keep spending $$$ find a bike you like and go to a local indy... explain your issues and they will make your bike fit you so so much better... no reason to just keep replacing them brother
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A LOT of that comfort is in THE BARS. The FXD has LOW Buck style bars that do not (In My Opinion) lend themselves to comfort, whereas the WG has HIGH bars that are quite comfy. Change the Risers/Bars and you'll change your position and comfort level.
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From: Joliet, Illinois
Damn dude... buy, trade, buy, trade... ever heard of a rental? In the future, keep this handy tip in mind - figure out what you want, THEN buy it - NOT buy stuff to figure out what you want! 
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From: Mesa, Az.
As others have said, you can make most any full size Harley fit you and take less of a hit in the wallet.
I bought the Wide Glide. I'm 6"4" with a 36" inseam, still had to make it fit me with 3" extensions on the forwards and a Mustang seat.
Recently did a 1000/24 ironbutt ride and routinely ride 400-600 mile day trips on weekends- no problems.
I bought the Wide Glide. I'm 6"4" with a 36" inseam, still had to make it fit me with 3" extensions on the forwards and a Mustang seat.
Recently did a 1000/24 ironbutt ride and routinely ride 400-600 mile day trips on weekends- no problems.
Road Warrior
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From: Valdosta, Ga
All good advice hear. DO NOT TRADE FOR ANOTHER DYNA unless looks play ahuge factor as well! You can make your FXD feel just like the wide glide for a little chump change. Plus it will handle slightly better.
Really though, I suggest renting a road king and seeing how that feels on your back.
Here is another thought on the forwards though... IMO they are WAY more comfy than mids at first, but after an hour or two they start to hurt your back. Plus you have (slightly) more control with mids. I whole heartedly advocated forwards, but just recently made the switch back just to prove to myself that "mids suck". I couldn't believe I liked them!
Stock FXD bars are probably the worst bars HD makes. Try a 10" mini ape if you liked the wide glide. Or just stop looking for the "perfect" all around bike...it doesn't exist!
Really though, I suggest renting a road king and seeing how that feels on your back.
Here is another thought on the forwards though... IMO they are WAY more comfy than mids at first, but after an hour or two they start to hurt your back. Plus you have (slightly) more control with mids. I whole heartedly advocated forwards, but just recently made the switch back just to prove to myself that "mids suck". I couldn't believe I liked them!
Stock FXD bars are probably the worst bars HD makes. Try a 10" mini ape if you liked the wide glide. Or just stop looking for the "perfect" all around bike...it doesn't exist!
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I changed mine to street Bob Mini apes, they are much more comfortable.
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Road Warrior
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I agree that renting would be a good idea - cheap investment. My Wide Glide is very comfortable for me, but since I am 6'2", 215 pounds, even the stock fwds are cramped. With extensions, it should be fine. Did the Milwaukee run from South Texas in 2 days on the WG and it was fine - I was tired, but the bike was comfy.
Unfortunately, trade-ins can kill you so maybe putting forwards on the SG might save you some money and work out for you.
Unfortunately, trade-ins can kill you so maybe putting forwards on the SG might save you some money and work out for you.
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