New soft tail deluxe
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From: Union Grove, Wi.
New soft tail deluxe
Thinking of buying a new one and trading in my 07 ultra. Local dealer has them for $3000 off. I can get really good financing thru my credit union. (2.99%). Any comments about any of you that has a deluxe would be appreciated. My wife to to ride but can't now because of a bad back so I really don't do much touring anymore. Thanks for all your opinions.
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From: Central California
I'm really partial to the Deluxe. I have an '06. I love the classic styling. It's just a beautiful bike.
Not many downsides in my opinion. Does well on the highway, does well in the mountains, as long as you're not in a hurry. If you were in a hurry, then most likely you'd be looking elsewhere.
But I've never had an ultra, so I can't give you a comparison.
Not many downsides in my opinion. Does well on the highway, does well in the mountains, as long as you're not in a hurry. If you were in a hurry, then most likely you'd be looking elsewhere.
But I've never had an ultra, so I can't give you a comparison.
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From: Corp of Discovery trail, Missouri
I love mine. The ride is a pleasure.
I am 5'9" tall and mine fits me perfectly. Taller riders may feel somewhat cramped as the seat does sit you closer to the tank.
My riding time is mostly long distant rides. Perfect bike to customize to your liking. My bike is setup for solo riding only as my wife will not ride.
I am 5'9" tall and mine fits me perfectly. Taller riders may feel somewhat cramped as the seat does sit you closer to the tank.
My riding time is mostly long distant rides. Perfect bike to customize to your liking. My bike is setup for solo riding only as my wife will not ride.
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Mine is an 06 Deluxe as well with very little on it stock except tins, paint, cases and frame. I been riding 40 plus years with many bikes in between and it is by far my favorite bike to date, minus the sentimental value of my old 70 shovelhead.
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I absolutely LOVE my 2012 Deluxe. Very classy looking bike. Sometimes after washing and waxing, I pull up a chair, a nice cold beer, and just admire the classy good looks!
BTW I'm 6 ft 220 pounds and fits me like a glove. Love it!
BTW I'm 6 ft 220 pounds and fits me like a glove. Love it!
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I have a had a harley in one form or another since 1974 and my deluxe is the best riding, head turning, gal smiling, most fun bike of em all. I got mine at about $3500 off msrp as it was a new leftover which allowed me plenty of $$$ to add stuff to it. Did i say i liked it!!!
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