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Hope u don't mind a sportster guy pitchin in (6'1, 195lbs)
Why don't u trade in the heritage for the new Softail Deluxe with the M8, put some ape's and fishtails n keep the cholo look...better chassis, suspension and of course a better-cooler running engine. If u want more power, jus get a big bore kit with a good cam(check out Fuel moto's M8 big bore kit dyno charts with various cams from S&S, Woods, Zippers etc) But if you have to have the Road King, then get one with the M8. Its simply better.:) Cheers |
Originally Posted by Kingface
(Post 18119017)
I was in a very similar situation as you. I had a 2003 FatBoy and customized it to fit me perfectly. I started doing a lot of 2-up riding when the little lady started taking a liking to riding so I wanted to upgrade to a King. I found a smoking deal on a 2009 and bought it. Best decision ever. The kicker is, with there being so many used bikes on the market I wasn't getting a decent enough deal to justify selling the FatBoy....plus I ABSOLUTELY LOVE that bike!! I decided to keep it and still have it. I don't ride it as much as the King but I love riding around town on that Fatty. The King does most everything better than the fatboy although the seating position on an old softail is second t none....they balance themselves.
I say buy a King and hold onto that Heritage. She's a beauty and you did a ton of work to it that you'll NEVER get anywhere near what you paid for back should you sell it. Agree. That is one good looking Heritage. I think you'd miss it. Both of mine are setup solo and the Road King seems heads above the Heritage on the interstate. I like the bags on the King for storage but there are a lot of days I just want to putt around town on the Heritage. I know I'll never get what it's worth to me on a sale or trade so as long as possible she stays. |
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I put 422 progressive shocks in mine and it made a huge difference. It handles better takes the bumps better and does not bottom out |
I was in a similar year model conundrum. I had a 02 Road King Classic and the suspension was worn out and the 88ci was starting to feel anemic. It was either do a full blown motor overhaul, and rebuild the suspension completely, or get a new bike. I loved the bike, but pouring $6k into it, that I would never get back out of it, didn't make any sense. It would still lack features that I wanted like the six speed, GPS, stereo, etc. I bought a new bike and couldn't be happier, but I admit that I still miss the old girl sometimes.
Get the new Road King. If you can swing it, get a new M8 version. It will put you in the latest platform, help retain value and give you more options to upgrade later. |
I would get the Road King. It is made to tour and brother it does it so well. Set the cruise and let her go all damn day.
I do like your Heritage though. Really nice job on that. Even with the hard bags it looks good, doesn't look out of place at all like some do. If you can swing it, I would keep it and find yourself a nice low mileage late model Road King. |
Thanks for all the replies. It seems the majority seem to say go for the RK. I intend to keep the bike for a looong time, not sure if I should try for a 103 or a newer 107. I do prefer to have abs though.
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Originally Posted by Silidons
(Post 18119429)
.............. It seems the majority seem to say go for the RK................
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Originally Posted by hd4evr2008
(Post 18119601)
Yep! We're good at helping someone else spend their money!!! LOL
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If you and your passenger are big people, you may want to go to a touring model.
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Originally Posted by Silidons
(Post 18119429)
Thanks for all the replies. It seems the majority seem to say go for the RK. I intend to keep the bike for a looong time, not sure if I should try for a 103 or a newer 107. I do prefer to have abs though.
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