Road Glide Special
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Joined: Mar 2011
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From: NorCal Rocklin
I just demoed one today. And In not liking the slouched ergos. Not sure why you guys think that is cool, but bad posture is makes for very short rides. Im an upright type of guy.
The plus side is no buffeting just a little wind noise. Which is awesome for those that were Full Face helmets. So it is a little louder with the wind kicking in here or there.
The plus side is no buffeting just a little wind noise. Which is awesome for those that were Full Face helmets. So it is a little louder with the wind kicking in here or there.
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Joined: Jun 2012
Posts: 2,586
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From: Los Lunas, NM
Taller bars make it more comfortable for me as well, but would have to say that's the same with most any bike in the line up. I did an 1800 mile trip with stock bars. I survived 
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Joined: Mar 2016
Posts: 56
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From: Wurtsboro, NY
Switched from my Breakout to my Road Glide Special and there is just no looking back. As previously said, it took a little bit of getting used to but man what a machine! Did 125 miles on it today and it was fantastic. Aside from getting another bike for short runs in the future I will be sitting in RG's for quite awhile. Good luck!
Cruiser
Joined: Mar 2014
Posts: 182
Likes: 11
From: Arizona
NEVER buy a bike you haven't ridden more than 10 min. I personally don't like the RGS. The stereo becomes useless over 50 mph (which won't be any different than your current bike) but you will have a lot more storage. The front end is way heavier on the road (not on the grips, but the tire) than the batwing. I love the side profile of the shark, but looks aren't doing anything for you when touring. Best of luck to you.
Road Captain
Joined: Jul 2015
Posts: 547
Likes: 43
From: Cartersville, GA
As for a heavy front end, don't feel much different to the road king I traded in on the Glide
I find the full line of HD Touring bikes to be very nimble and none feel as heavy as their actual weight.
Road Captain
Joined: Mar 2012
Posts: 689
Likes: 2
From: East Coast
awesome setup!!!!
I agree, apes, bags and wheels...gives it character!!!!
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Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 1,537
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From: New York
I picked up a new 2015 Road Glide Special last week after nearly 30 years of sportbikes, a couple sport touring bikes, and then a Big Dog K9..
Add me to the list of fellow riders who "wish I would have bought a Road Glide sooner"..
I'm impressed with how stable these bikes are at speed......For as big as they are they do handle pretty well...The GPS and stereo are a bit of a learning curve for me with all those menus, but I'm catching on slowly..
If you (or anyone else) is a taller rider the RG would be a great choice IMO.
Add me to the list of fellow riders who "wish I would have bought a Road Glide sooner"..
I'm impressed with how stable these bikes are at speed......For as big as they are they do handle pretty well...The GPS and stereo are a bit of a learning curve for me with all those menus, but I'm catching on slowly..
If you (or anyone else) is a taller rider the RG would be a great choice IMO.
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