that's the very model I'm lusting after. I'm glad to hear that you and the dealer were able to work somthing out.
The big step up
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The big step up
I am sure it is an old story but after years of riding I finally got a Harley (05 Softail) but after a few weeks of riding I was suffering big time buyers remorse - I wanted a Electra Glide Classic but jumped on the softail cause it made sense to me at the time - I figured I would get my feet wet and then take the next step up. It was keeping me up at night because I really wanted to do the long cruise and the softail was just not comfortable enough for that type of riding - Walked into the my dealer today straight to the owner and told him I was not happy and what could he do about it. One hour later we had a deal - I got the FLHTCI in Black that I wanted and worked out a nice Trade-in/Consignment deal. Don't get me wrong I took a hit in the wallet but no where near where I thought I would be. In fact if I get a few breaks selling some things on ebay I should only be out 1100 bucks for my mistake - Big dollars yes but over the life of the bike it would have turned my inside out - Picj it up Tuesday and now I won't be able to sleep for the right reasons!!!!!!!
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What was it about the softail that led you to believe you can't make long rides on it? The ElectraGlide and the big fairing it comes with I'm sure makes a huge difference in ride comfort....less wind beating you up, etc.
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RE: The big step up
What was it about the softail that led you to believe you can't make long rides on it? The ElectraGlide and the big fairing it comes with I'm sure makes a huge difference in ride comfort....less wind beating you up, etc.
Hey Kess, who's the dealer?
Now the next steps are waiting for the safety class I signed up for and bugging all you big bike vets for some riding tips - I also would like to lower the Ultra an inch if possible - kess
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Howdy, glad to hear that you were able to get a bike that will be more comfy for you. It's no fun going on long rides and being tired when you are done. Enjoy the ride.
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RE: The big step up
That's great, Kess. Let me know when you're ready and we'll meet up for a putt! I'm in Vineland but will ride ANYWHERE!!!!!! Looking forward to it.
Williams HD... glad you've got a good story 'bout them. Not many do lately.
Williams HD... glad you've got a good story 'bout them. Not many do lately.
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