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Old Sep 14, 2008 | 02:40 PM
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Does anyone own a 2009 Heritage? Just wondering what some of the likes/dislikes are. Also do the softails have the TBW like the touring bikes do?
 
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Heritage has not changed in a few years except for paint. The last major change was the TC88B was replaced with the TC96B. I have a 95 Heritage and love it. What does TBW stand for? I hate acronyms. In your signature you have a 2004 Fat Boy, which you sold. Heritage is very similar to a Fat Boy.
 
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TBW stands for throttle by wire. No more throttle cables like the touring bikes. According to the dealer the 09's are wayyy different. There wasn't any in stock so I haven't seen one. Suppose to have new handlebars, seat and a few other changes.
 
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I don't trust electric throttle. But good luck in finding a bike you enjoy to ride.
 
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09 Heritage does not have TBW. Like Prot said not a lot of changes on the 09. I had an 08 Road King which i wrecked. Bought the 09 Heritage, awesome ride. My wife and I both agree that it is a better ride the Road King.

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I think the changes are all cosmetic....a different stud pattern on the bags and a new tank console are the biggest changes.
 
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Just traded my 07ultra for an 09 heritage. Only regret that i have is that of wasting my money on the ultra. I think 07 was a very bad year for harley.
 
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The changes also include a new tank console and the handle bars are taller.
 
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I also noticed a slight change in the floorboards and coil cover? A little "old style" look.
 
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