I’ve been on a 2010 FLHTC for the last 55,000 miles. Nothing wrong with it, just thinking about a change. Went and test rode a 2019 Road Glide 107. They offered me a sweet deal on the new one. Can anyone talk me out of a new bike with a warranty and free tires for life?

 

I think you’ve already made up your mind. That said, is your 2010 paid for, and will the 2019 come with a payment?

 

Lot of improvements over your 2010. And free tires for life? Is there a mileage limit? Sounds like you actually ride yours.

My only reservation is the sumping issue. Is it overblown on the internet? I honestly do not know. But it would be a factor for me.

Aside from that possible issue it's a pretty great bike. And yours is going to start costing money in repairs i would imagine.

 

I paid cash for the 2010 after a really good year at work! The payment is what I'm struggling with. $6K and my bike puts my payments in the $330 range. Affordable, but $330 more than I'm paying now. They have me out the door with a matching detachable tour-pack, full Rhinehart system, tuner, taxes and fees for just under $27K. My 2010 engine is bone stock except for tuner and I haven't put a dime into it besides very regular Amsoil and 4 spark plugs. I've got to believe I'm going to have to do some work in the near future. Is the sumping issue still there? I haven't done a lot of research on it but I would think they've corrected it after 2 years. I have another western US trip coming up in May which is pushing me in the new direction. Input is much appreciated.

 

I'm holding off on the M8.
Too many low miles 2016 bikes with the reliableish Twin Cam.

 

...this issue has me backed off from buying a new Electra Glide Standard, plus the migrating trans fluid issue. I know, I know everybody says the chance of getting a new bike with issues is slim, but with MY luck I'd get one.

...I looked at trikes at RumbleOn and 7 out of 23 are 2017s so kinda makes you wonder. I check several dealers in my area almost weekly and there is no shortage of used 2017-'18s, many with less than 1 or 2K miles on them on their floors for sale.

 

Sumping only seems to happen if you go to Stage 4, however the transfer issue is alive and well but that is easily fixed with the 'Fat Clutch Rod'.

Make the move but try for a 2019 with the 114 and new Boom you won't regret it.

Why is a tuner included, not needed for slip-ons, that $300 you can save!

 

Buy a new bike!

 

Youre putting $6k in cash down and trading a 2010 bike in and your payments are $330??? Sounds pricey. What are the terms on that loan? High interest or short loan period?

 

That deal sucks!

keep your bike and add the new one.

if you have maintained your current bike, then 55;000 is no big deal. You have lots of life left.