Springer comments appreciated
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I currently have a FXST and am considering moving to the FXSTS softail springer. With no new models available a test ride is probably not possible. I do not like going to private sales and pretending to be interested in buying their bike. I would like to know if any springer owners have any issues with the handling or suspension etc. I do realise that the springer is a similar configuration to the standard softy.When the bike i like appears for sale i would like to move quickly, so any insight would be greatly appreciated. I would like to buy 2006 model. Thanks.
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absolutely no issues with the handling or suspension... I have the 2006 Springer Softail you are interested in, and it's a great bike... I would jump on one if you find one for sale... I would buy it all over again.
how much you willing to pay?? lol
how much you willing to pay?? lol
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Only problem is I don't have one 
I might even trade my fatboy for one... maybe not..
YOU CAN GET an 08 Screaming Eagle Springer still tho.. the CVO
if I had the cashola Id get one of them.. 110 motor.. forward controls, chromed everything just about, 6 speed, tombstone taillight, great front suspension
only thing about em I hear is the front brake is kinda weak.. that's np I'd slap on a aftermarket caliper
I might even trade my fatboy for one... maybe not..
YOU CAN GET an 08 Screaming Eagle Springer still tho.. the CVO
if I had the cashola Id get one of them.. 110 motor.. forward controls, chromed everything just about, 6 speed, tombstone taillight, great front suspension
only thing about em I hear is the front brake is kinda weak.. that's np I'd slap on a aftermarket caliper
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I have an 06 FXSTS. I really do like it. I had a 05 NT before and I liked it too, but I think the Springer is really classy- just preference. As far as problems or issues, none yet. I don't have any regrets if thats what you are getting to. I like the Screamin Eagle Springer- very nice, but kinda hard to make it you own when everything is already done.Good luck.
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ORIGINAL: vertigo14
only thing about em I hear is the front brake is kinda weak..
only thing about em I hear is the front brake is kinda weak..
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I have a 06 love it. vance and hines 2 into 1 screaming eagle air filter power commander polished and chromed rear wheel chroming out hand controls. Ride and handling is ok no problems at all.
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I have a 97 Bad Boy Springer lowered front and rear...and no issues.
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RE: Springer comments appreciated
ORIGINAL: vertigo14
only thing about em I hear is the front brake is kinda weak.. that's np I'd slap on a aftermarket caliper
only thing about em I hear is the front brake is kinda weak.. that's np I'd slap on a aftermarket caliper
