Which Touring model?
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Which Touring model?
Coming from Dyna model and planning on transition to touring models. Prefer comfort and smoother for long distance riding.
So, which of these basic touring models in a stock form gives me my desired preference? Is it the RoadKing, Roadglide or StreetGlide.
Thx
So, which of these basic touring models in a stock form gives me my desired preference? Is it the RoadKing, Roadglide or StreetGlide.
Thx
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Coming from Dyna model and planning on transition to touring models. Prefer comfort and smoother for long distance riding.
So, which of these basic touring models in a stock form gives me my desired preference? Is it the RoadKing, Roadglide or StreetGlide.
Thx
So, which of these basic touring models in a stock form gives me my desired preference? Is it the RoadKing, Roadglide or StreetGlide.
Thx
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I got an Ultra on the off-chance that my wife would ride with me and would be comfortable for her. In 3 years she's never been on it. That said, I was going to buy a Road King because it's the most versatile of the touring models. it's a personal choice you need to make. Good luck.
Last edited by Hausguy; Mar 7, 2016 at 02:47 PM.
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Coming from Dyna model and planning on transition to touring models. Prefer comfort and smoother for long distance riding.
So, which of these basic touring models in a stock form gives me my desired preference? Is it the RoadKing, Roadglide or StreetGlide.
Thx
So, which of these basic touring models in a stock form gives me my desired preference? Is it the RoadKing, Roadglide or StreetGlide.
Thx
same with the street glide, it only has 12'' shocks as well.
the roadking comes with 13'' shocks, but no fairing to block the wind, and house tunes. but a roadking with a windshield is no slouch for touring long distance either.
whatever you decide to do, make sure you've got cruise. you can argue abs all day long (I prefer it), but having cruise to relax your wrist is a huge comfort saver. also, the stock seats on the roadglide and street glide suck for the passenger. that will have to be addressed. not sure on the roadking, but it looks like it is more passenger friendly, but a good touring seat is a definite must have.
agreed with the above, do a rental. that way you can get a good feel for it in 'real world' conditions as opposed to a 20 min test route the dealer has set up.
Last edited by skratch; Mar 7, 2016 at 11:03 AM.
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Coming from Dyna model and planning on transition to touring models. Prefer comfort and smoother for long distance riding.
So, which of these basic touring models in a stock form gives me my desired preference? Is it the RoadKing, Roadglide or StreetGlide.
Thx
So, which of these basic touring models in a stock form gives me my desired preference? Is it the RoadKing, Roadglide or StreetGlide.
Thx
Ultra should be your choice. SG has less suspension travel
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I would say an Roadglide Ultra or Ultra Limited gives you the most versatility. You can get a detachable kit, different seat and windshield and you are set for shorter rides but you have the tourpack and lowers for long trips. If you get a prerushmore ultra you can put speakers in the lowers as well. Lots of deals on those can be found.
Oh... I forgot to add. I have had them all and the Roadglide is at the top of the food chain.
Oh... I forgot to add. I have had them all and the Roadglide is at the top of the food chain.
Last edited by rg_dave; Mar 7, 2016 at 11:33 AM.
I've had a RK for 5 years and love the bike and have done many longer trips. This year I bought a SG and its night and day compared to my RK much more comfortable on the hwy. I just put a fairing on my RK and it's pretty damn comprable to my SG now plus I have the added option to take it off if I want to bar hop around town which is nice too.