What's better riding than a Super Glide?
Tourer
Joined: Nov 2009
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From: Northern Calif.
my brakes sucked *** at first too. the only thing i hate is the rear brakes will lock up easily. i'm glad i grew up riding dirt bikes and its been beneficial in riding my dyna. using both brakes, downshifting and the compression of the engine to slow the bike really helps. dual discs would be nice but it could be dangerous too, in certain situations for inexperienced riders. the weight of a sporty and dyna is different so is braking.
Road Warrior
Joined: Nov 2008
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From: Batesville Ga
I love the SuperGlide and could never be without it. Brakes have always been just fine. That being said, the best handling bike I have ever had is the Ultra! Believe it or not, the Ultra is far easier to manuver in tight spots. I can easily do a "U" turn in my driveway on the Ultra. Although the Ultra LOOKS like a big heavy garbage truck, it really does handle well and is the most comfortable ride I have ever had.
Around town and day trips (150 - 300 mile r/t), I always take the Dyna although I really wish I'd hear back from Chuck at C&C cause I gotta get a better seat on it!
Cruiser
Joined: Aug 2008
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Believe it or not brakes should be seated in before they work best. Whenever you buy a new vehicle or put new brake pads in you should avoid hard braking for several stops. Since the bike only had 1 mile on it when you tested it the brakes weren't working at their best. My new 2009 FXDC felt like the pads had oil on them for a while and I felt just like you about the effectiveness of Harley brakes but now the bike stops just fine.
Tourer
Joined: Apr 2008
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From: Seattle Area
I haven't had any problems with my brakes. Perhaps, the pad break in is a problem. I went from a BMW R1100RT to the FXD. I was wondeirng if they would be a problem, but they aren't.
I know I'm not riding a sport bike though and know I don't have ABS brakes like the BMW did, so I'd never hammer the front brake.
The worst braking bike I've ridden on the street was probably a Kawasaki KLR 650. Now those were some bad brakes!
I know I'm not riding a sport bike though and know I don't have ABS brakes like the BMW did, so I'd never hammer the front brake.
The worst braking bike I've ridden on the street was probably a Kawasaki KLR 650. Now those were some bad brakes!
Extreme HDF Member
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A couple of guys have brought up the superior low speed handling of an Ultra...That is because they and all Touring models have a reversed triple tree...the steering neck is in front of the forks...They have no "flop" at walking speeds.
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From: Calgary
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Cruiser
Joined: May 2010
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From: Brandon, SD
Since this is the Dyna site and not the Touring message board, I think the original poster was thinking in terms of Dyna models. Just a guess. Also, I recently test drove a 2010 RG Custom and I thought it felt like a 3/4 ton pick-up. I would disagree with your comment about "any" touring model, riding better than a Super Glide.
Cruiser
Joined: May 2010
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From: Brandon, SD
I own an 08 FLSTC and drive over 75 mph plus on a regular basis. Smooth as silk. What's your point?