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Feb 15, 2015 | 06:44 PM

#21

TSheff

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Originally Posted by glidein wide

As stated earlier compare to say a desirable fxr.

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.

Feb 15, 2015 | 07:02 PM

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glidein wide

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

Feb 15, 2015 | 07:14 PM

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TSheff

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Originally Posted by glidein wide

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.

Feb 15, 2015 | 07:22 PM

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glidein wide

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Wow! That's freaking awesome ride right there.

Feb 15, 2015 | 07:39 PM

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TSheff

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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.

Feb 15, 2015 | 08:10 PM

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texashillcountry

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Originally Posted by glidein wide

It likes to follow the seems in the road and a a twist to it in maneuvering in a parking lot. Cruise's great on a nice blacktop.

What tires to you have on it?

Feb 16, 2015 | 12:26 AM

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Doug S

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Originally Posted by glidein wide

It likes to follow the seems in the road and a a twist to it in maneuvering in a parking lot. Cruise's great on a nice blacktop.

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..

Ds