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Old May 22, 2018 | 09:01 AM
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Default 09 Road King - issues?
Ar there any issues relevant to this particular model/year?
 
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Old May 22, 2018 | 09:08 AM
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Are you familiar with twinkie issues at all?
 
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Old May 22, 2018 | 03:45 PM
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not turn as tight on 09 touring bikes. The Police complained so much a retrofit part was made for the triple tree so they could do tighter manuvers. If you don't do tight u-turns 18 and under it wont be a problem
 
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Old May 22, 2018 | 07:37 PM
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Are you familiar with twinkie issues at all?
No but I have heard the 96 called twinkie before,

I'd appreciate it if you would take the time to tell me about these issues?
 
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Originally Posted by 07_Dyna
No but I have heard the 96 called twinkie before,

I'd appreciate it if you would take the time to tell me about these issues?
My mistake
 
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Old May 22, 2018 | 09:23 PM
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Twinkie is Hillbilly slang for Twin Cam. I have a 09 Ultra Classic and I have had no problems. Enjoy the ride.
 
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I've put 187,000+ miles on my RKC. No serious issues. If work would allow, I would not hesitate to take it on a long trip today.
 
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