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What he said.
Here's my two cents. I have had both softails and touring framed bikes. In fact. I currently have one of each. I can tell you that if you are going to carry a passenger, and put even a moderate amount of miles behind you, then there is no choice but a touring based HD. Not everyone will agree, but the Road King is about the best all around bike in the lineup IMHO. You can even add a clip on fairing for those cold days.
Here's my two cents. I have had both softails and touring framed bikes. In fact. I currently have one of each. I can tell you that if you are going to carry a passenger, and put even a moderate amount of miles behind you, then there is no choice but a touring based HD. Not everyone will agree, but the Road King is about the best all around bike in the lineup IMHO. You can even add a clip on fairing for those cold days.
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People are gonna have their opinions, and their opinions will likely correlate with the bike they own 
Here's some "neutral" advice:
--Go with with what you like (make three choices)
--Ask what your wife/parner likes (make three choices)
--Go with what is common and cheapest, so you can add modifications that WORK FOR YOU (when people do that, the Heritage usually comes out on top for most people who are committed to riding two-up)
But before you pull the trigger, understand the difference between an FX softail and an FL softail. That knowledge may change your mind or even force you to consider a Road King (or other Touring bike).
Ride if possible. To me, the Softail Custom is a totally different bike than a Heritage.
Here's some "neutral" advice:
--Go with with what you like (make three choices)
--Ask what your wife/parner likes (make three choices)
--Go with what is common and cheapest, so you can add modifications that WORK FOR YOU (when people do that, the Heritage usually comes out on top for most people who are committed to riding two-up)
But before you pull the trigger, understand the difference between an FX softail and an FL softail. That knowledge may change your mind or even force you to consider a Road King (or other Touring bike).
Ride if possible. To me, the Softail Custom is a totally different bike than a Heritage.
Last edited by faber; Apr 3, 2009 at 11:10 PM. Reason: drunk typing
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Heck, I love mine. I think it would be a good choice. See if you can rent one for the day so you can make an informed decision on how you like the ride. It's never advisible to buy a bike on looks alone, so get it (rental) on the road and put some miles on it. That is what I did before I bought my Heritage Classic. BTW.....I also rented a Road King and a Street Glide, and prefered the Softail of the 3. They were all about the same price, the Heritage and Road King were equal in price and the Street Glide was about 1000 bucks more.
+1, I did the same & look at my sig. The Heritage is a great all in one bike. If you plan to log mostly highway miles, then a tour model may be a better fit. The Hertage or Deluxe are great choices.
Last edited by golfblues; Apr 4, 2009 at 08:56 AM.
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Well everyone thanks for your help here is what i ended up with. 2009 Heritage Softtail Classic. And both me and the wife love it.
Already have 350 miles on it the first week.
Nick
Already have 350 miles on it the first week.
Nick
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