Riding differences you notice after removing Tour Pak
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Bikes easier at slow speed without it but if you know how to feather a clutch and drag a brake it’s not an issue. I have it on all the time for convenience and big lunch box fits good.
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Yes, removing all that weight up and behind the axle should be noticed. But I leave my trunk on because it doesn't make enough difference in handling for me. And I scrap too frequetly.
Your choice..
Your choice..
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All good replies--both pro and con or neutral. Where I live, security for helmet and such when stopped is not much of an issue. I suppose those of you who live among criminals understandably have different priorities. Regardless, I have both a Harley security system and a 9mm in my Langlitz jacket. Stealing **** from me is not a wise idea.
Thank you.
Thank you.
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I certianlly notice when I take the tour pack off. Its not like it transforms it into a whole new motorcycle, but you can tell it's gone. That being said, the bikes handeling characteristics play zero part in my decision to run it. If I need the storage, I put it on. If I think it will be a while till I need the extra space, I remove it. That's why its got quick detach hardware. 
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From: along the Front Range in Colorado
tho ..... i mostly leave it on, for the lights if nuthin else
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It might just be me but on Road King’s it seems to make the bike visually go from x-large touring bike to a cruiser.
Glides don’t seem to shrink as much without the Pak? I guess it’s something about the fairings?
... or I’m just weird like that
Glides don’t seem to shrink as much without the Pak? I guess it’s something about the fairings?
... or I’m just weird like that
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IMHO you may well notice a difference initially, but that will quickly fade, same when you refit it. It's weight, as a proportion of the total weight of the bike, is really very little. Cross-winds are likely to affect the ride, but even that will soon become second nature. Ride on and enjoy, whatever configuration you use!