Thinking about switching.
Road Master
Joined: Dec 2008
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From: Michigan
Its all about Taste. There are people that tour on sportsters and swear by them. If you are taking lots of long trips I would say it would be a nice upgrade simply for the storage options. I personally like the road kings. You can strip the windshield and make them look real slick or throw it back on to go distances or in the rain.
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Joined: Oct 2009
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From: In the World
Its all about Taste. There are people that tour on sportsters and swear by them. If you are taking lots of long trips I would say it would be a nice upgrade simply for the storage options. I personally like the road kings. You can strip the windshield and make them look real slick or throw it back on to go distances or in the rain.
Road Warrior
Joined: Sep 2009
Posts: 1,257
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From: Gastonia, NC
I was shopping for a Street Glide when I bought my Heritage. The Softail just fit me better. I've ridden softails and touring models. I'd say if you're spending your day at 60 or below the softail is it. If you're spending your day at 60 and above a touring model would work for you. They're all nice for sure.
Road Warrior
Joined: Oct 2009
Posts: 1,664
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From: P.E.I. Canada
I took my uncles for a ride this spring and was very impressed with it. They are a different beast from the softies. My only reasons for not wanting one yet still stand though. There are more then enough bat-wings on the road, and the Heritage is just plain cooler looking (IMHO). When we get to where we're going, I strip mine down and have a cool bike to ride, but he still has his same old street glide. Still, if you like them, go for it. They are a great riding bike.
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Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2008
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From: Eastern North Carolina
While I like the look of the Street Glide, I found the ride harsh and the lower windshield made my goggles jump up and down. I found the ride home on my Deluxe quite plush by comparison. It's up to ya though, like your pants . . .
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Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 4,109
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From: Connecticut
I myself am just not old enough for a bagger quite yet...lol maybe when I'm 60. No for long extended trips I too would like a bagger, I lean more to the Roadglide as not that many around I see streetglides everywhere I go. They are a great bike too. If thats what you want then go for it, just ride one for a while first
Road Captain
Joined: May 2009
Posts: 510
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From: Coastal Georgia
Traded...
Traded up with NOOOO regrets. Will never go back. Long live the bagger!