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Jul 15, 2016 | 07:28 AM

Roggow12

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Need some advice on softailslim

Hey there guys I am looking at getting a softail slim and am 5 8 30 inch inseam just curious if anybody that is close to or this height just wondering how the bike rides for you. Also looking at street bob what is your guys opinion between the two thanks guys. Any info is very much appreciated

Jul 15, 2016 | 07:58 AM

hdbob2006

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If you're buying it for me,I'll take the slim! Really your height shouldn't be a problem,I'm 6',with a 32" inseam,and I have no problem on my un-lowered Ultra.
But I'll tell you what everybody else will say-Go to the dealer and sit on both.Test ride each and decide what you want for YOU.

Jul 15, 2016 | 08:29 AM

Uncle G.

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5'8" with a 30" inseam here. Been riding a Heritage Softail for 22 years. No worries. The Slim sits a bit lower than my ride, so go for it.

Jul 15, 2016 | 09:01 AM

Redlegvzv

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I'm 5'8" and pretty much any Softail rides great for me. My own ride is a Fat Boy 2015. I'm sure the Slim will work great for you if that is your choice.

Jul 15, 2016 | 09:04 AM

TGlynn

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I am 5'9" with a 30" inseam. I ride a '15 Slim. It fits me perfect. Even put a Mustang saddle on it and it still fits me right. I have not sit on a Street Bob so I can't comment about the differences.

Jul 15, 2016 | 09:08 AM

lemonade_07flstc

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I like the looks of the Slim so would be my choice of the 2. I am 5-10 w/32" and on my Heritage I am flat footed with my knees slightly bent, Slim typically sits lower so shouldn't be an issue for you I wouldn't think. Good Luck.

Jul 15, 2016 | 09:15 AM

LoneWoolf

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From: Pennsyleffinvania

5'7" if I stretch. 28" inseam. Flat footed on my Softail, ridden FB flat footed.
Go for a test ride at a dealer on each of them. You should have no problem. Now as far as weight? Neither of them is a lightweight. If you need a lightweight bike, look at the Sporty or consider another brand, like a Triumph.