Switchback "ripoff"
Road Captain
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From: Newark Ohio
Road Warrior
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Road Master
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From: ohio
Stopped by the local dealer today to see the new "Switchback". They had one in the back not prepped yet but let me check it out. I guess the online pics are deceiving, motor isn't chrome, outer primary, trans cover, cam cover and rocker covers are polished aluminium.
I really don't understand the price point (gouge). Super Glide Custom is still $12,999 (black) with all the aforementioned chrome. The new Dyna is $15,999 (black), $16,400 (color).
I will say the new red is stunning, they got the red right this year, but where exactly is the $3000 difference ? Looks ? lol. Ok, bags & windshield I guess... :-o Everything else is a trade at the factory and you can't tell me the front end and fenders are that much more expensive.
I really don't understand the price point (gouge). Super Glide Custom is still $12,999 (black) with all the aforementioned chrome. The new Dyna is $15,999 (black), $16,400 (color).
I will say the new red is stunning, they got the red right this year, but where exactly is the $3000 difference ? Looks ? lol. Ok, bags & windshield I guess... :-o Everything else is a trade at the factory and you can't tell me the front end and fenders are that much more expensive.
But you know if you don`t like buy an old harley or buy something else.
Me i like em and will continue to buy em at least its an american company i guess. LOL
Road Master
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From: ohio
I have been reading about the Switchback in several different threads.
One thing I have yet to see anyone bring up is the fact the Fuel tank is smaller.
Fuel capacity is only 4.7 Gallons. And now with the EFI, there is not a Reserve, just a Low Fuel Light.
The Touring models have a 6 Gallon Fuel tank.
Looks like this is not a long distance touring bike. Just another Bar Hopper.
One thing I have yet to see anyone bring up is the fact the Fuel tank is smaller.
Fuel capacity is only 4.7 Gallons. And now with the EFI, there is not a Reserve, just a Low Fuel Light.
The Touring models have a 6 Gallon Fuel tank.
Looks like this is not a long distance touring bike. Just another Bar Hopper.
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Road Master
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From: ohio
Man that black one sure looks good mrnone
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