Sold it Today
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: May 2009
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From: Middle of Kansas
I took my wife on an Electraglide a few years ago, and in a few miles I knew it was not the bike for me. When we got off, my wife said, you kind of loose the motorcycle feel on that thing. I have to agree, I love my 99 carbed EVO powered Softail Custom. Just the right amount of vibes to let you know what the motor is doing with the solid mounted motor and no counterbalance.
Baggers are great for some things, but for me take the fun out of riding. For some, comfort is everything, for others it is the fun of the ride. I think that is where the Softails come in. We may be tired after a 300 mile ride, but we will be grinning from ear to ear. I'm sure you younger guys can do way better than 300 miles, but I am 72 years old now, and 300 miles is a pretty good ride for me.
Baggers are great for some things, but for me take the fun out of riding. For some, comfort is everything, for others it is the fun of the ride. I think that is where the Softails come in. We may be tired after a 300 mile ride, but we will be grinning from ear to ear. I'm sure you younger guys can do way better than 300 miles, but I am 72 years old now, and 300 miles is a pretty good ride for me.
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Joined: Jul 2007
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Rented one of the new 2012 baggers with the 103. It was fun, just not as fun. The wife said "why do they call these geezer glides, they are harder than hell to get on and off of them".
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Aug 2012
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From: Tampa
Sold the Ultra Classic Electra Glide today. Now comes the anticipation of the new bike - 2013 Fatboy Lo in Black Denim with V&H 2 black Big Radius 2 into 2 pipes, heavy breather air intake, removable windscreen, and sissy bar with backrest. Might get some removable bags too. Plan to pick it up in the spring. Can't wait.
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Joined: Sep 2009
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From: Eastern NE
Nothing wrong with the switch (Touring to Softail)...glad you got the UC sold & already have future plans for next year's season. Cheers!
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Joined: Dec 2010
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From: Sheboygan,Wi
I went from a 88 super Glide t0 a 96 Fatboy to a 03 Road King Custom to a 2011 Lo I missed my softail all the time I had the King. Don't get me wrong the ride was great but I just liked the softail better. At times I miss the Super Glide as it seemed to have a bit more soul to it.
Road Warrior
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 1,345
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From: Rhode Island, USA
I just did the opposite. Sold my 2010 deluxe which I loved and bought a new, 2012 FLTRX RG Custom, which I'm real happy with. Man, I wish I could afford to have both!
Last edited by elbohead; Nov 12, 2012 at 05:59 PM.