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Sep 22, 2018 | 05:16 PM

#31

tbob

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I would rather have the option to take it off than not. I do notice when it's on or off.

Last edited by tbob; Sep 22, 2018 at 05:19 PM.

Sep 22, 2018 | 05:27 PM

#32

Musician

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From: Buhl, Idaho

Tourpack

My last bike had that trunk, and the 8 years I had the bike, I used it maybe three times, as a backrest for my passenger. Never a problem, as far as weight, or handling was concerned. So, when I bought the new bike in '08, I went for the FLHT, since I don't listen to tunes while riding, and I much prefer the lower lines of the bike without the trunk on it. I have the removable backrest for my wife, but the bike is usually without it, plus I run a solo seat most of the time. I do like the long, low look. Just my preference.

Sep 22, 2018 | 10:38 PM

#33

teeroy_

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From: Roma Alberta

I have a quick detach kit on my '02 Ultra. when I ride without the tour pak I put a street glide seat on in place of the pillowy Ultra seat. makes it a whole different bike handling wise. lower and further back seating position, and lower CG is way more noticeable especially at low speeds. it's like having 2 bikes in one.

Sep 23, 2018 | 05:52 AM

#34

tbob

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Quote:

Originally Posted by teeroy_

i do the exact same. Makes it really fun to ride.

Sep 23, 2018 | 09:34 AM

#35

teeroy_

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Quote:

Originally Posted by tbob

i do the exact same. Makes it really fun to ride.

on the older chassis like mine, the high speed sweeper curve wallow or "bagger wobble" is a lot less frequent without the added weight of the tour pak. not that I ride aggressive that often with the tour pak on, but the wiggle is certainly more pronounced and happens at lower speeds than without. the only time I have the trunk on is when I'm on long trips, and it's loaded down heavy. with the pak off and the bags empty it's a different animal.

Sep 23, 2018 | 09:45 AM

#36

05flhtbob

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From: livingston co,mi

The TP does not weigh that much but being up high it changes the center of gravity and makes the bike feel a bit different especially when loaded.

Sep 23, 2018 | 12:11 PM

#37

Markymannn

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From: Buffalo, NY

Quote:

Originally Posted by tfi racing

The only time I put the tour pack on,it comes with a 110 pound women sitting in front of it telling me to slow down, so yes it does change the feel somewhat...

Yeah I got the same problem, plus complaints about traffic, wind, temperature, and the most...…… oh my HAIR!