Advice - Fatboy vs. Deluxe
Banned
Joined: Jan 2006
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From: Los Angeles, CA
I was going to say the same about the wheel moving. Also, deluxe sits lower. Fatboy has a mena street cruiser look, and deluxe has a nostalgic look. Check out how I made my fatboy nostalgic. Plenty of options out there, but I agree you should get what you want. Solid wheels make no difference. Total BS...
Tourer
Joined: Aug 2007
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From: Chattanooga, TN
Before I bought my Deluxe, I rode both of them. There is definitely a difference in the bikes. The FB has a larger rear tire/wheel, sits higher, seat has a "wider" feel to it, different wheels, different front fender, and different handlebars. But honestly the biggest reason I chose the Deluxe was that I'm vertically challenged and I felt more confident on it.
I'd suggest that if there is ANY question in your mind and you're not perfectly decided, that you spend a little more time sitting on each and also riding them if possible.
I'd suggest that if there is ANY question in your mind and you're not perfectly decided, that you spend a little more time sitting on each and also riding them if possible.
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From: Lafayette, Louisiana
Or you could split the difference get a Heritage Softail Classic. I bought mine last month. It's a 1995 model in perfect condition. I paid $8000 for it with only 19,551 miles. There are good deals to be had on used bikes right now, so that may be something for you to consider. Here's my bike:
Last edited by Prot; Apr 20, 2019 at 01:35 AM.
Stage IV
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Sparks NV
I can also agree that the wheels make no difference while moving. The only time I feel them is when I'm sitting at a light and a big gust of wind hits, or truck blows by. Still a non issue. It isn't like I felt like I was going to tip over. It is vey niticeable though.
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From: San Antonio, Republic of TEXAS
I can also agree that the wheels make no difference while moving. The only time I feel them is when I'm sitting at a light and a big gust of wind hits, or truck blows by. Still a non issue. It isn't like I felt like I was going to tip over. It is vey niticeable though.
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Road Master
Joined: Aug 2005
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From: Waterford, MI.
I own a Deluxe and have rented a FB (put about 700 miles on it). In my case, the Deluxe was more comfortable and had the look that I wanted. Ride what you want. There is nothing wrong with the FB if that speaks to you.
