I would do the early FXR Shovels over the WG - but would take a WG over the Evo FXR - that's just me, never had one (they may have been great), can't speak for the later ones when the came back, never rode one of them. Still, nothing bad to say about a WG, and I prefer forward controls. I like Evos, but I loves shovels.
Bigger issue is what works for you, your mechanical ability, and your budget.

 

I love my bike,and I enjoy wrenching on it,it was a basket when I got it.

 

That's all it's ever been about. Ride what you like and fits you. My favorite was my 79 LowRider, but like many it's because it was my first. Had to sell for family and that's cool too. I would overpay if I ran across the right one again. The fastest and best handling was "the Dark Princess" 97 FXDL, with lots of goodies inside.

 

Wow! That's freaking awesome ride right there.

 

Thank You - been a few passed through since her, but she was special, until somebody made me an offer I couldn't refuse. Wish you the best - the WG will serve you well.

 

What tires to you have on it?

 

Those 21" tires love to dive into road snakes and seams, especially the Dunlop tires. The Metzler 880 really helps, especially if you go with a 90/90. Last year I put a 120/70 on and the extra width really took care of the problem and has given me the best high speed ride I've had..


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Tires are Pirelli Route 80/90-21 with dyna beads in them.

 

I don't consider my 85 FXWG "less desirable".

 

Always been a fan of the WG. In fact, if I don't get my wife a Sportster, I'm getting myself a WG.