Completely Satisfied.....So far.
Thread Starter
|
1st Gear
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 5
Likes: 0
Completely Satisfied.....So far.
Hi All,
As a new member,I have been listening here for a while and after viewing some of the "less positive" posts, I just thought that something more positive was in order. I can honestly tell you that so far, after 2 months and 2300 miles, my first HD has been a pleasurable experience all the way around, and by far better than what has been offered to me by the UJM's for the last 30 years. I have had a couple of problems with my '07 RG, but they were handled very well by the dealer (of which I would highly recommend),Mile High Harley in Colorado (Jason). One issue was a bad turn signal switch, and a scratch that the dealer did when in for the 1K service. No argument and very apolagetic, it was fixed the first time.
As far as the problems that I hear about..... trans noise, engine noise, heat, etc..., having come from Yamaha most recently, I can tell you that all bikes have their problems, and if you are unfortunate enough to have owned one, like I have, it is a nightmare, no doubt!. You think the tranny whines? Have you everowned a Venture?Don't get me started. How about my neighbors VTX that ate a piston at 2K, in my driveway, Or my Roadstar that was completely stripped apart for a trans recall that could have killed me.
My favorite was the time my wife was following behind my brand new Concourse when the rear wheel locked up because they said the clutch basket had exploded, at 4.2 miles. I haveowned hotter bikes, ones with noiser transmissions, and some with engines that sounded like acan of marbles. I am impressed with what Harley has accomplished with the Road Glide, and can thankfully say that I must have gotten a good one. The last time I was treatedthis good from a dealer was at Lexus. And now I finally feel the level of respect that I always felt I deserved! Ha,Ha.
As a new member,I have been listening here for a while and after viewing some of the "less positive" posts, I just thought that something more positive was in order. I can honestly tell you that so far, after 2 months and 2300 miles, my first HD has been a pleasurable experience all the way around, and by far better than what has been offered to me by the UJM's for the last 30 years. I have had a couple of problems with my '07 RG, but they were handled very well by the dealer (of which I would highly recommend),Mile High Harley in Colorado (Jason). One issue was a bad turn signal switch, and a scratch that the dealer did when in for the 1K service. No argument and very apolagetic, it was fixed the first time.
As far as the problems that I hear about..... trans noise, engine noise, heat, etc..., having come from Yamaha most recently, I can tell you that all bikes have their problems, and if you are unfortunate enough to have owned one, like I have, it is a nightmare, no doubt!. You think the tranny whines? Have you everowned a Venture?Don't get me started. How about my neighbors VTX that ate a piston at 2K, in my driveway, Or my Roadstar that was completely stripped apart for a trans recall that could have killed me.
My favorite was the time my wife was following behind my brand new Concourse when the rear wheel locked up because they said the clutch basket had exploded, at 4.2 miles. I haveowned hotter bikes, ones with noiser transmissions, and some with engines that sounded like acan of marbles. I am impressed with what Harley has accomplished with the Road Glide, and can thankfully say that I must have gotten a good one. The last time I was treatedthis good from a dealer was at Lexus. And now I finally feel the level of respect that I always felt I deserved! Ha,Ha.
Advanced
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 71
Likes: 0
From:
RE: Completely Satisfied.....So far.
Glad to hear your enjoying your 07. I also have a 07 (Ultra) that I am very happy w/ and have not had any problems, other than dealing w/ depression when I gotta get off and go to work.
Road Warrior
Joined: May 2006
Posts: 1,652
Likes: 5
From: The sticks in SC
RE: Completely Satisfied.....So far.
Congrats and welcome aboard! You'll see and heareverything here,we're just one big happy, bickering, laughing, family!!! 
But a better bunch of people you'd be hard pressed to find outside of the armed service's 
But a better bunch of people you'd be hard pressed to find outside of the armed service's
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 2,253
Likes: 1
From: Southeastern Michigan
RE: Completely Satisfied.....So far.
Congrats on the new bike, glad your enjoying it. I also love my 07 SG, it now has 12,700 miles on it.
Welcome aboard!
Welcome aboard!
Trending Topics
Intermediate
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 44
Likes: 0
From:
RE: Completely Satisfied.....So far.
Just to chime in, I too have just dumped 
an 01 Honda ACE, and there is absolutely no comparison. I put 4000 miles on the Honda in six years and have put 1500 on my RK in 6 weeks. Night and day!!! You can't keep me off the bike now. HD is a whole different culture and I'm lovin' it! This forum is outstanding and I have been recommending it two all of my riding buddies. Thanks, everyone.
an 01 Honda ACE, and there is absolutely no comparison. I put 4000 miles on the Honda in six years and have put 1500 on my RK in 6 weeks. Night and day!!! You can't keep me off the bike now. HD is a whole different culture and I'm lovin' it! This forum is outstanding and I have been recommending it two all of my riding buddies. Thanks, everyone.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Southpaw Super Glide: A Left-Hand-Drive 1979 Harley FXE Built to Fit the Rider
Verdad Gallardo
The Best and Worst Harley-Davidson Moves of 2025
Verdad Gallardo
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 431
Likes: 0
From: San Antonio, TX
RE: Completely Satisfied.....So far.
I agree that this forum is a great place to spend time and save money. I also came from riding metrics for may years and Love my Ultra nothing I have owned in the past is as good.
