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Old Jul 13, 2009 | 01:43 PM
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Originally Posted by CuteAsianChickie
I'm really interested in getting a Softail Deluxe as an upgrade. But I'm short and am not sure if I can handle the 700+lbs. I've only been riding for a year. Can anyone tell me if this bike would be a good upgrade for me? Does it have a a lower center of gravity weight? Any input would be much appreciated

Most bikes (softails) are very well balanced. I think you mean are they low? They can be lowered to fit u.. Im not sure how tall u r but I have a friend who is 5'1" and rides a Road King...impressive! Good luck
 
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Old Jul 13, 2009 | 01:50 PM
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thanks for your response. i'm 5'-2" with a 29" inseam and 120lbs. i'll just have to test ride one soon
 
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Old Jul 13, 2009 | 02:09 PM
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really need to see a few pictures to provide an accurate reply......
 
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Old Jul 13, 2009 | 02:23 PM
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Originally Posted by CuteAsianChickie
thanks for your response. i'm 5'-2" with a 29" inseam and 120lbs. i'll just have to test ride one soon
I have a 30" inseam and have room to spare with my feet planted. I can move this thing backwards uphill if I need to. This is my ninth bike and no bike I've ridden handles better than the Deluxe at low speeds. Feels like it's much lighter than the 750lbs it is.

Ride one, you'll like it.
 
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Old Jul 13, 2009 | 03:21 PM
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Deluxe is a great fit for people of all sizes!
 
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Old Jul 13, 2009 | 03:55 PM
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I'm 5'3" and have a 26" inseam! I changed out my stock seat for a LePera Upfront and I am flat-footed. Go for it!
 
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Old Jul 13, 2009 | 05:19 PM
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Originally Posted by aggro_jo
really need to see a few pictures to provide an accurate reply......


hahaha.....great minds think alike
 
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Old Jul 13, 2009 | 07:08 PM
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Latest mods. If white is gay (not that there's anything wrong with that)...I guess that I'll just have to bat for the other team



Mike, looks great as always. What kind of seat is that?

Say, I promise to be your beotch if you let me ride around on that there scoot. LoL. And I can cOok too there Puddin'chopps!
 
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Old Jul 13, 2009 | 07:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Sleeko Deluxe
Mike, looks great as always. What kind of seat is that?

Say, I promise to be your beotch if you let me ride around on that there scoot. LoL. And I can cOok too there Puddin'chopps!
LOL Ebay seat, genuine leather, $55.00 plus shipping! J&P has them listed at over $300.00.
 
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Old Jul 14, 2009 | 06:52 AM
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Originally Posted by spooner
LOL Ebay seat, genuine leather, $55.00 plus shipping! J&P has them listed at over $300.00.
$55! Holy crap! Is that a cross bones frame cover or a custom job? Looks great man.
 
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