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Jan 30, 2015 | 10:20 AM

sammer4u

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New Ultra Glide Owner

New to the Ultra Glide world, but not the the Harley world. I went from a 2001 Heritage to a 2015 Ultra Classic Low. I have not seen my bike, suppose to be delivered mid to late February, got the Mysterious Red Sunglo coming. Pretty excited about it. I am curious on what you all have to say about the move from the Heritage to the Ultra. What to expect differently. I have read all the threads stating that they prefer the Heritage, or Ultra, etc... I am going to miss the Heritage, and if money was no object I would keep it. But the money tree is not growing as much as I would like so it is either one or the other. Would like to hear about what to expect. I plan to break it in "like i stole it". Being new to the tunes, I would like to hear what others are using for playing off the USB. I do not have a smart phone so that is not an option, but looking for options to use that instead of the radio on certain rides. It is the 4.3 system, could not justify upgrading to the bigger unit with GPS. I have a great GPS that has not let me down yet. Plus the 4.3 is a major upgrade from what I had on the Heritage... nothing....

Unfortunately even if the bike gets delivered late in February, I will not get a chance to ride it till April. I never get out before the first serious rain fall here, to allow some of the great WI salt to be washed off the roadways a bit.

looking to hear from ya, and anxiously awaiting the arrival of both the bike and spring!

Jan 30, 2015 | 10:30 AM

mkguitar

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I don';t break in my stuff like that...I keep my stuff along time- your choice.

I vary my rpms, don't idle for long periods and change the oil/filter at 50, 250, 500 and 1000 miles.
I'm a pretty DIY type of Guy.
I also make sure my bike is warranty compliant ( or easily reversed) until the warranty is out- any problems are theirs

major differences- weight up high- so handling. that's why so many of us detach the tourpak...and swinging a leg over

aerodynamic effect of a fairing bolted to the front end, gusts can turn into "steering input"- the front end can lift at high speeds...less traction

the drivetrain bobs and weaves at idle, smooths out at speed. get in the habit of using rear brake to hold position at a stop- using the front will transmit vibrations to the chassis

there is a "Rushmore" sub section up high where you may find some good info from owners of newer models- esp the infotainment

mike

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Jan 30, 2015 | 01:54 PM

NoCoLoco

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Be forewarned, Ultras are top heavy! It won't take much for it to get away from you and next thing you know she'll be laying on her side! Everyone I know who has or had an Ultra dropped it at one time or another. Fortunately, the engine and saddlebag guards do their job quite well!

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Jan 30, 2015 | 06:52 PM

just plain john

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You can't see the front tire. If you're competing in bike games, it's hard to roll a beer keg if you can't see it.

Jan 30, 2015 | 07:01 PM

steelerdude1

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Quote:

Originally Posted by mkguitar

I don';t break in my stuff like that...I keep my stuff along time- your choice.

I vary my rpms, don't idle for long periods and change the oil/filter at 50, 250, 500 and 1000 miles.

That's pretty extreme there. Just follow the mfg recommendations and you will be fine.

CONGRATZ ON THE NEW RIDE, Your gonna love it.

Last edited by steelerdude1; Jan 30, 2015 at 07:03 PM.

Jan 31, 2015 | 01:14 AM

mkguitar

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From: Phoenix '53, '88, '09 Big Twins

yeah, oil and filters are cheap ( so am I)- cheaper than the "Live to Ride" collection

mike

Jan 31, 2015 | 01:20 AM

BuzzCap7

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Quote:

Originally Posted by sammer4u

New to the Ultra Glide world, but not the the Harley world. I went from a 2001 Heritage to a 2015 Ultra Classic Low.

THAT, the LOW is what I will be getting next. Pls get back to me/us and tell me/us if it really makes a diff to be that low or is it to minimal to really make a diff.

I suspect it will make a diff. Pls let me know.

CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase!!

BuzzCap7