first time HD Touring
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Joined: May 2019
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From: Miles, City, Montana
first time HD Touring
I am 5' 8" and always rode very light Motorcycle in Nepal. Currently in Montana like to try touring HD but is nervous about them being so heavy. Which touring bike may still be a reasonable start to try ?
Thanks you,
Bis.
Thanks you,
Bis.
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The Ultra Limited Low is made for riders of a shorter stature.
https://www.harley-davidson.com/us/e...mited-low.html
https://www.harley-davidson.com/us/e...mited-low.html
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From: Prior Lake, MN
I'm the same height as the OP and I have no trouble flat footing my Limited. It depends as much on your inseam as it does your overall height.
You have to sit on a few bikes, and ride if they'll let you before you'll know if the bike "fits".
Happy hunting.
You have to sit on a few bikes, and ride if they'll let you before you'll know if the bike "fits".
Happy hunting.
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From: Bedford UK
As suggested by ke103, visit your local dealer and talk to them. Funnily enough, that is what they are there for! A decent salesman will tell you what you are looking at and arrange for you to sit on a few bikes, to get a measure of them. Going from a small bike to a dresser is quite an upgrade, so be patient. While a dealer can arrange a test ride, they may also be able to arrange a hire, say for the weekend.
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Not nearly the issue you fear it to be. I'm 5'6" on a tall day.
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A good place to start would be a Heritage. Not a 'touring bike' but it is set up like one with the bags and windshield. It will be lighter than anything in the touring line and lower too. It's an awesome ride too. If you want something in the Touring line then a Road King is perfect.......but I'm biased.
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Road Warrior
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I'm 5'8" and own a 15' Ultra Limted Low....but I sit on a regular standard seat. I removed the stock "low" seat because it was too low for me and it crushed "my boys".....lol. The combination of the "Low" model and the standard seat is perfect for me and I easily flat foot at all stops.
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I'm 5'7" and ride a Road King and have absolutely no problem flat-footing it. Before that I had a Fat Boy and also no problem. The OP should have no problem finding a suitable Harley.
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From: Joplin, MO
The flat foot thing helps with balance at stops, but you still have the weight issue. Any of the touring models are heavyweights. They just take a little getting used to. They are very nimble for their size and handle quite well. They are the true "cadillacs" of motorcycles.You will not be sorry for making this decision, nor will you ever go back!
