I'm hopefully getting closer to my first "American" bike purchase, and had a simple question for you folks. My buddy has kindly allowed me to put a few miles on his WG, and I really got into it! I love the look, and compared to my previous Jap bikes it felt great!
I would be mainly riding in town, with occasional two up trips of a few hundred miles for long weekends. Would a WG be the appropriate bike for my needs, or should I be looking at more standard bikes like the Super Glides? Also, is there a real need for the 6th gear as found on the new bikes, or would I be as happy with an older model?
Your opinions are appreciated!!

 

first to pick the bike that fits you best and your wallet.go to the stealers and ride a few demos.i love the 6th gear from the conventional 5 gears,but thats my opinon.just go and try out a few diffrent bikes.every bike fits everyone diffrent.comfort,handling,etc.

 

I like the fact that I can be doing 60 mph and still have another gear to move into.

 

For me the 6th gear is perfect at 65 and above. It is nice to have that extra gear. I never use it except on th hiway. i think it's worth it myself. let us know what you deceid to do.

 

I love the 6th gear...but thats not all you get with the newer models. You get a fatter rear tire, wider forks, new frame design, and standard EFI. I would buy a new one, because they won't be changing the dynas for awhile now that they have overhauled them. It'll feel like new for a long time that way .