bike upgrade ?
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Tourer
Joined: Jan 2013
Posts: 259
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From: Pennsylvania
Lol.. Someday. I don't do enough trips yet for a touring bike but trust me, a street glide is in my future!
New:
Pros.
Some extra black (fork lowers, triple tree, other black through H-D1.)
103 motor available
Warranty available
You know where it's been.
Color choice
'12 and '13 models have CanBUS wiring (more reliable in theory.)
'12 and '13 models have normal risers (more bar selection.)
Cons.
Cost
No free mods other than what the dealer might throw in.
Used.
Pros.
Cheaper.
Might already have mods.
Cons.
You don't know where it's been.
2006 models have some unique issues.
You can really get some good deals in the used market. It depends on you and how you plan to maintain it. Personally, I like the warranty and know-where-it's-been factor. Others might be wrapped around the axle over a couple thousand bucks.
Oh yeah, 2up, even though that wasn't your question, is relatively the same on all Dyna models. The stock seat are different, but they usually go away anyway.
Pros.
Some extra black (fork lowers, triple tree, other black through H-D1.)
103 motor available
Warranty available
You know where it's been.
Color choice
'12 and '13 models have CanBUS wiring (more reliable in theory.)
'12 and '13 models have normal risers (more bar selection.)
Cons.
Cost
No free mods other than what the dealer might throw in.
Used.
Pros.
Cheaper.
Might already have mods.
Cons.
You don't know where it's been.
2006 models have some unique issues.
You can really get some good deals in the used market. It depends on you and how you plan to maintain it. Personally, I like the warranty and know-where-it's-been factor. Others might be wrapped around the axle over a couple thousand bucks.
Oh yeah, 2up, even though that wasn't your question, is relatively the same on all Dyna models. The stock seat are different, but they usually go away anyway.
Last edited by SLV; Jul 13, 2013 at 08:55 AM.
Road Master
Joined: May 2012
Posts: 1,140
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From: Arkansas
[quote=Houtzy53;11517296]So i decided its time to get a bike that is bigger and more capable of two up riding quote]
I love my Wide Glide. But I'm on the same road as you. I'm just a few blocks ahead. So do yourself a favor. Go ahaead and get the geezer-glide now.
I love my Wide Glide. But I'm on the same road as you. I'm just a few blocks ahead. So do yourself a favor. Go ahaead and get the geezer-glide now.
Yess, the street glide has the most functionality but remember, it's a whole different ride. You wont be riding like you were on your sporty. A Dyna will give you that big twin power and lets you stretch out a little more plus you still have that agile bike through the turns and traffic, unlike a touring bike.
Road Master
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 882
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From: Hahira Ga
Took that path 2 years ago, loved my Nightster, miss it, but the switchback has made our getaways much more comfortable and given us more storage. Obviously all Dynas have the same chassis so room is the same in general, but due to seat, bars, foot controls they will fit differently. Take a look at rear fender widths, not sure how they vary, I feel that seat width is important for comfort, especially for the none dainty. I have a HD signature seat that gives my gal a comfy 12" wide seat and the large backrest looks more natural on the switchback than on the more slimmed down models. The switchback has upgraded suspension, not that it couldn't be improved, but two up width preload set at 3 it's pretty good. It's not the sexiest dyna, but for me I never saw a dyna front end I liked until the switchback.
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Tourer
Joined: Jan 2013
Posts: 259
Likes: 1
From: Pennsylvania
Thanks al, I appreciate it. I think I've decided on buying new, going to talk to the dealer and see if there will be a price diff on 13 vs 14 or if there will be any changes since its getting close to the 2014 coming out. Either way, I'm getting anxious.
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Road Warrior
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 1,956
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From: florida
Thanks all for the responses. I really like the styling of the street bob and don't ride two up real often but like the option where as now it's not (chopped fender on the nightster). I also am wanting a physically larger bike even when im solo. Now It comes down to new or used.
Road Captain
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 526
Likes: 4
From: North Atlanta Georgia
This time of year you could expect to pay an out the door price that is very near the msrp alone. Msrp on my latest bike was $16,800. I paid $17,000 out the door. If buying new, now's the time to do it
Last edited by atlantaallen; Jul 14, 2013 at 12:42 PM.