Like the title says, I'm contemplating a move. Currently have a 13 Fatboy Lo, which I like a lot! Between some neck and lower back issues, I'm thinking this will be a better fit for me. Wanting to get into more long distant rides also. Plan on keeping it 14-16 model years. Anyone make this move and regret it? I have to start research into bars pipes etc...

 

....... stop thinkin'........ do it !
..... thou shalt not regret it

 

Went from a Dyna Switchback to a '15 Ultra Classic. I very rarely regret it (only on some of the more technical roads around here). At least for me the PROs far outweigh the CONs.

 

Moving from a metric cruiser to a FLHTK, I am riding longer and father than ever without the accompanying exhaustion. My only regret is the amount of $$$ I've put into it to make it the best ride possible.
Use my sig as your shopping guide.

 

This year I went from a 13 Fat bob to an 18 Road King. Do not regret it in the least. A little during some roundabouts because I could flick that FatBob through at speed, but that goes away quickly.

I regret NOT doing it sooner....

 

 

If you haven't ridden one do so. Enjoy the ride.

 

Looks like a common thread is...everyone is good with their switch to a touring platform. lol The good thing now days is, there are more and more aftermarket companies out there that make these baggers have a since of coolness. No longer does a dresser have to look like a Shriners parade bike, unless you're into that sort of thing. lol

 

Quite a few years ago I rode my 03 anniversary Fatboy from Tampa to the keys for the Peterson poker run. 450 miles each way plus the actual poker run which was about 150 miles. My butt was sore for a week and no cruise control about killed me, I know have a 15 road glide special but went thru a couple ultras which i found a bit to heavy weight wise for me as I got older. The RGS is perfect

 

If you ride long distance there is no substitute. The Road Glide is a mile eating machine. I have ridden as far as 954 miles in a day on it and I got off feeling pretty good. I did more 1259 mile days on my 07 SG than I can count. I owned a house in Naples Florida and my other is in Pittsburgh. I felt pretty beat up after that trip. 900 miles I wanted off the SG. Prior to the SG I owned a Suzuki C50 and it was a 250 mile a day bike. The Rushmore bikes are nice for long distance riding. If you want a reliable long distance machine don't modify other than creature comforts. Knock on wood but my 16RG has been dead reliable. The 07SG was a big PITA.