superglide question
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superglide question
Hey guys I need some advice. Ive been riding for about 4 years now and I have a sporty and I love it but I want something bigger. Now the problem is Im a small guy. Im 5'3 and 115 pounds and I really like the super glide but im not sure ill fit on it. Any suggestions?
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From: Bama
Tough one but I bet that you are close. My wife is your height and weight and she can just about sit flat footed on my deluxe but I think that a superglide sits higher.
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I'll be the odd man out and say youll be fine on ANY dyna ... or any other harley for that matter. I've seen tiny 98 pound girls handle fully dressed RoadKings like they are a toy. Lots of options to get the bike fitting right for you. Reduced reach seat, lower shocks etc etc. Just discuss your concerns with your sales person.
I would say on a FXD youll likely be OK for reach. Im about 5'9"-10" but I am all waist and midsection and very little leg lol. My OL is 5' even and our inseam is pretty close and I have zero reach issues with my ride.
I would say on a FXD youll likely be OK for reach. Im about 5'9"-10" but I am all waist and midsection and very little leg lol. My OL is 5' even and our inseam is pretty close and I have zero reach issues with my ride.
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From: Aussie lost in Switzerland
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HD have a "fitment" program that can get you sitting optimally for height and reach. If you are buying the bike privately then a low profile seat will sort out any feet on the ground issues.
There are solutions for reduced reach forwards out there as well.
Good luck!
HD have a "fitment" program that can get you sitting optimally for height and reach. If you are buying the bike privately then a low profile seat will sort out any feet on the ground issues.
There are solutions for reduced reach forwards out there as well.
Good luck!
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From: Ramstein, Germany
I added 1/2" shorter shocks on the rear and sent my seat to Mean City Cycles and had them mod the seat to sit me lower and move me forward. They did a great job and I reach the ground comfortably.
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Yes, go test ride one.
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Go with mid controls and if need be a new seat and you will be fine.
This FXDX is built to go fast and corner well, and the seat height is very low:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/8703822@N05/3737561754/
This FXDX is built to go fast and corner well, and the seat height is very low:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/8703822@N05/3737561754/