2009 CVO Springer Softail
2009 CVO Springer Softail
I currently own a 2008 VRSCDX and I love it. I've made a couple of 650+ mile days on it even. At 49 years old however, I've been thinking about a bike I don't need to lean over the tank to ride for those longer trips. I stumbled across the 2009 Springer Softails almost by accident and really like the looks of it and am interested in how owners rate the 2009 110 cu engine. Any input is greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Cruiser
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 129
Likes: 0
I bought a used 2009 Fxstsse3 yellow/volcano. The 110 engine is a blast. A torque monster. The bike is so cool........everybody wants to know what it is. I think this is the best year of the most classic bike MoCo has put out.
Tourer
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 344
Likes: 27
From: Southern Utah
I picked up a 2007 FXSTSSE recently. I know it is not a 2009 as you asked, but what a kick in the tail to ride. I'm getting as much time in the saddle as I can before it gets too cold to ride. Mine has the skinny 21" front tire and 200 rear, but I really like the looks of the '09 with the fatter front 19" and 240 rear.
If you can get it for the right price I'd say to jump all over it. There is just something old school cool about the springer front end sets it apart from the rest of the pack.
If you can get it for the right price I'd say to jump all over it. There is just something old school cool about the springer front end sets it apart from the rest of the pack.
Cruiser
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 129
Likes: 0
YEP. They are all good looking. The 2005-06 Fatboy CVOs are cool too. Some of them have the $1800.00 chrome trimmed seat and they have great paint jobs. but the Springer is cool. One suggestion: If you get one of these bikes with the 5 3/4" headlight, convert over to the LED that Harley offers.
Cruiser
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 207
Likes: 0
From: Illinois
I had an 07 CVO and recently traded it in for a Breakout. Loved the looks- the springer look is very unique. The only thing I didn't like was the stock seat (think they designed the 09 seat to be a bit more comfortable though), and the slight reach of the handlebars.
Trending Topics
Exactly what do you mean by "slight reach of the handlebars? Did you find you needed to lean forward to grab em'?
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Tourer
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 344
Likes: 27
From: Southern Utah
Probably just that the stock handlebars, while not specifically drag bars, do not have much pullback. Personally I find them to be perfect for the FXSTSSE.
I have mid-rise bars on the road glide and like that relaxed feel on the touring bike.
I have mid-rise bars on the road glide and like that relaxed feel on the touring bike.