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Old Feb 17, 2015 | 05:15 PM
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Okay, pulled the trigger today. Selling the Heritage Classic and buying a (new to me) '09 Road King Classic. Trying to upload a picture, but not sure it is working. It is still sitting in Wichita, KS. I plan to take the bus out there the next warm spell in the weather and drive it home. Can't wait!
 
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Old Feb 17, 2015 | 05:25 PM
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Looks beautiful! You will absolutely love the ride and handling. Congrats!
 
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Old Feb 17, 2015 | 06:01 PM
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You are going to love the RK. I have an 09...first year new frame, No-Cat in the header....Great year....Great Ride
 
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Old Feb 17, 2015 | 06:24 PM
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Old Feb 17, 2015 | 06:28 PM
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You are going to love the RK. I have an 09...first year new frame, No-Cat in the header....Great year....Great Ride
I am looking forward to comparing the two bikes. As I have mentioned elsewhere, I returned to riding after a 35 + year absence. The Heritage was my first bike in all those years, and my first Harley. I have to say I really enjoyed how it handled. I had a blast and put over 3000 miles on it. But, everyone I have talked to says if I want my wife to enjoy riding two up, I should go to the King...so here we go.
 
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Old Feb 17, 2015 | 06:54 PM
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Congrats!!! I predict you and the wife will both love the Road King!
 
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Congrats!! You and your wife will love the King. Enjoy!
 
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Originally Posted by Bird-man
I am looking forward to comparing the two bikes. As I have mentioned elsewhere, I returned to riding after a 35 + year absence. The Heritage was my first bike in all those years, and my first Harley. I have to say I really enjoyed how it handled. I had a blast and put over 3000 miles on it. But, everyone I have talked to says if I want my wife to enjoy riding two up, I should go to the King...so here we go.
I hate to be the one to tell you this, but the Road King handles much BETTER than your Heritage. Check the lean angles. The Road King will lean much further (8-9 degrees further--that's alot!) and thus corner tighter and better at higher speeds. You will enjoy it riding solo, not just with your wife.
 
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Very nice - classic black and very clean

Enjoy the ride and hoping the weather cooperates with you to pick up the bike real soon
 
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Good for you, Road King = King Of The Road. They ride lighter then what they weight.
 
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