Buying First scooter in 18 years
Road Captain
Joined: May 2007
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From: eastern NC
RE: Buying First scooter in 18 years
My first Harley was purchased last june, an 05 1200 custom. Great bike, quick and a blst to ride.
But------- On extended rides you wont beleive how bad you **** will ache.
And if you ride to up it doesnt have enough suspension, or for me any how.
The super glide has a larger twin cam engine, 2 cams chain driven versus 4 gear driven.
The twin cam is quieter.
Heaverier bike and smoother ride.
I now am riding an electra glide classic, but would have rather started on a super glide or low rider.
Just my 2 cents worth, good luck in what ever you choose
But------- On extended rides you wont beleive how bad you **** will ache.
And if you ride to up it doesnt have enough suspension, or for me any how.
The super glide has a larger twin cam engine, 2 cams chain driven versus 4 gear driven.
The twin cam is quieter.
Heaverier bike and smoother ride.
I now am riding an electra glide classic, but would have rather started on a super glide or low rider.
Just my 2 cents worth, good luck in what ever you choose
Road Warrior
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 1,438
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From: San Tan Valley, AZ
RE: Buying First scooter in 18 years
Between the Sportster and the SG I'd opt for the Super Glide for all the reasons mentioned above. It's a decision you would never regret.
BUT... for about $800 more you might want to consider the Street Bob.
just sayin' [sm=icon_rock.gif]
Tourer
Joined: Apr 2006
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From: Maryland
RE: Buying First scooter in 18 years
If you are sure you will stick with it is the Super big enough? I got a StreetBob and love it...but if I had to do it over now I would have spent a little more and got the Street Glide.
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RE: Buying First scooter in 18 years
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RE: Buying First scooter in 18 years
Thanks Guys for the responses... I really appreciate the feed back and I'm chomping at the bit to get back in the saddle.
I'm going for a used Super Glide. Now for the reality check: The old lady has put a price cap on my spending. A new scooter with the necessary upgrades (pipes, saddle bags, saddle) will fall outside of that limit.
Here are some questions about looking for a used Super Glide:
Are there are particular issues to be aware of when shopping for a used bike in general and a Super Glide in particular?
I am interested in something between 2000 and 2007 model years, do any models in that time frame have any problems or advantages to keep in mind (i.e. the 2004+ Sportsters are rubber mounted engines)?
I'm going for a used Super Glide. Now for the reality check: The old lady has put a price cap on my spending. A new scooter with the necessary upgrades (pipes, saddle bags, saddle) will fall outside of that limit.
Here are some questions about looking for a used Super Glide:
Are there are particular issues to be aware of when shopping for a used bike in general and a Super Glide in particular?
I am interested in something between 2000 and 2007 model years, do any models in that time frame have any problems or advantages to keep in mind (i.e. the 2004+ Sportsters are rubber mounted engines)?
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Joined: Jul 2007
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From: South of Dallas Area, Texas
RE: Buying First scooter in 18 years
I was also a rider that hadnt ridden for 20+ years. I still had my license. I didnt remember what I was missing.
Go with the Glide. Be safe.
Thank you for your service to our country.
MikeM
Go with the Glide. Be safe.
Thank you for your service to our country.
MikeM