Finally rode a SG. Question.
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Finally rode a SG. Question.
I have a 14 Dyna LR that I have owned since new. I have done some long weekend trips that just tear me up by time I get home. So I finally rode a 17 Street Glide. Wow! I was absolutely not expecting the quiet, smooth, comfortable ride that I got. No wonder you guys ride so much!
I didn't have time to ride a Road Glide. What are everyone's thoughts on one vs. the other? Is there a definitive advantage of the RG fixed fairing vs. the SG batwing fairing, or vice-versa?
I will definitely ride both before buying, but I am not sold on the looks of the RG. Just wanted to hear some thoughts.
Thanks.
I didn't have time to ride a Road Glide. What are everyone's thoughts on one vs. the other? Is there a definitive advantage of the RG fixed fairing vs. the SG batwing fairing, or vice-versa?
I will definitely ride both before buying, but I am not sold on the looks of the RG. Just wanted to hear some thoughts.
Thanks.
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The differences are preference concerning the fixed vs batwing. Everything else is the same. The only thing that I have heard complaint wise is glare off the infotainment screen being greater than on the batwing bikes due to the angle that it sits.
I have a 2017 street glide as well.
I have a 2017 street glide as well.
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[QUOTE=todd-67;16679722]The differences are preference concerning the fixed vs batwing. Everything else is the same. The only thing that I have heard complaint wise is glare off the infotainment screen being greater than on the batwing bikes due to the angle that it sits.
I have a 2017 street glide as well.[/QUO
I agree that the glare on the RG screen is bad and no way to fix it unless you always ride at night.
I have a 2017 street glide as well.[/QUO
I agree that the glare on the RG screen is bad and no way to fix it unless you always ride at night.
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After three batwing Harleys I bought a '16 Road Glide Special. For me, it was a revelation. I love the frame fixed fairing; at parking lot speeds the bike feels light and is a breeze to handle. At 75 mph I'm totally comfortable. I should mention that I have added lowers, wind deflectors, and most importantly, an after market windshield (12" Windsplitter). Both are great bikes, but if you ride both I think your decision will be based on more than appearance.
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I was in the same boat trying to decide. The batwing looks better to me but after riding the RGU I liked the fixed fairing ride better, and there are so many batwings on the road I also like having something different than the crowd.
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I have a 14 Dyna LR that I have owned since new. I have done some long weekend trips that just tear me up by time I get home. So I finally rode a 17 Street Glide. Wow! I was absolutely not expecting the quiet, smooth, comfortable ride that I got. No wonder you guys ride so much!
I didn't have time to ride a Road Glide. What are everyone's thoughts on one vs. the other? Is there a definitive advantage of the RG fixed fairing vs. the SG batwing fairing, or vice-versa?
I will definitely ride both before buying, but I am not sold on the looks of the RG. Just wanted to hear some thoughts.
Thanks.
I didn't have time to ride a Road Glide. What are everyone's thoughts on one vs. the other? Is there a definitive advantage of the RG fixed fairing vs. the SG batwing fairing, or vice-versa?
I will definitely ride both before buying, but I am not sold on the looks of the RG. Just wanted to hear some thoughts.
Thanks.
I much prefer the road glide. Handles cross wind better, 18 wheeler wind turbulence better, no weight shift at slow speed when you turn the bars.
Ride both and see what you prefer.
Last edited by FLSTFI Dave; Sep 27, 2017 at 04:03 PM.
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There was an excellent YouTube done by (I think they were) 2 motorcycle magazine editors comparing the Bat Wing and Shark Nose Harleys. They touched on many aspects of the 2 designs. They both had the same pre-ride expectations that the Shark Nose [with it's frame-mounted fairing] would feel lighter in the front-end and slightly more nimble. Interestingly, after riding both, they both were of the opinion that the Bat Wing had the better ride. I got a sense that their reviews were fair and objective. I'd still ride both if I was you.
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I have a 14 Dyna LR that I have owned since new. I have done some long weekend trips that just tear me up by time I get home. So I finally rode a 17 Street Glide. Wow! I was absolutely not expecting the quiet, smooth, comfortable ride that I got. No wonder you guys ride so much!
I didn't have time to ride a Road Glide. What are everyone's thoughts on one vs. the other? Is there a definitive advantage of the RG fixed fairing vs. the SG batwing fairing, or vice-versa?
I will definitely ride both before buying, but I am not sold on the looks of the RG. Just wanted to hear some thoughts.
Thanks.
I didn't have time to ride a Road Glide. What are everyone's thoughts on one vs. the other? Is there a definitive advantage of the RG fixed fairing vs. the SG batwing fairing, or vice-versa?
I will definitely ride both before buying, but I am not sold on the looks of the RG. Just wanted to hear some thoughts.
Thanks.
Last edited by Inop; Sep 27, 2017 at 01:16 PM.