Switching from 2014 Street Bob
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Tourer
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From: moon
Switching from 2014 Street Bob
It is my second HD, before I had a sportster 2000.....I replaced it really soon, after one season.....
I am now with my SB for 4 years and I love it.....
But I want to swith it for Road King.....
Anybody did this?
Is road King faster or pretty much the same thing as bob?
Is it larger? I can barely squeeze my SB in my storage room every day........especially the ape width.
So my plan is to by RK with 16 inch apes...now I have 18 inch apes in my Bobby.
What is the main differentce between these two bikes? I know RK has bags installed.....
I am now with my SB for 4 years and I love it.....
But I want to swith it for Road King.....
Anybody did this?
Is road King faster or pretty much the same thing as bob?
Is it larger? I can barely squeeze my SB in my storage room every day........especially the ape width.
So my plan is to by RK with 16 inch apes...now I have 18 inch apes in my Bobby.
What is the main differentce between these two bikes? I know RK has bags installed.....
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2021
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From: CO
Go test ride one at a dealer and see what you think. I went from a triumph bonneville to a road king and I love the ride and the stability, but the weight takes some getting used to during slow speed stuff. It's a heavy pig. That same weight makes it solid on the highway, but it's definitely noticeable in parking lots etc. As far as fast goes... I dont know that any of them really are. If you're looking for fast you're probably looking at the wrong brand all together. It's fast enough to get you in trouble, but speed really isn't what a harley is all about. You look cool, sound cool and you'll get there when you damn well feel like it. What's the rush? 😁
Last edited by Stowe; Aug 3, 2021 at 03:07 PM.
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When I first started riding, I had bought a Dyna. Owned it for 2 weeks. Bought a Heritage. Owned it for 1 year. Then a Road King, and several Road Glides.
Bottom line is that for some people it will be a big jump, for others not so much. No one can tell you how comfortable you will be on a bigger bike.
Bottom line is that for some people it will be a big jump, for others not so much. No one can tell you how comfortable you will be on a bigger bike.
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Been riding over 50 years, and IMHO, after owning Dynas ,and then several Road Kings, Electraglides, and Streetglides, I'm back on a dyna!
Dyna = Fun!
Baggers = comfort, storage, but also get boring!
Keep the dyna. It can do anything a Road King can do, and be more fun while you're doing it.
Dyna = Fun!
Baggers = comfort, storage, but also get boring!
Keep the dyna. It can do anything a Road King can do, and be more fun while you're doing it.
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2021
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From: CO
If all you want is storage just get some bags for the dyna. I won't have a bike without them. Losing the ability to pick up stuff at the store, bring a lunch to work etc makes them worth the fact that they detract from the look of a lot of bikes. If you want a bigger, more comfortable bike then give a road king a shot. I love them. The classic look. The quick release windshield that makes highway riding so much more enjoyable. Ultimately it's your bike and your decision, but for what it's worth I support either decision. Dynas and road kings are both excellent choices. You can't go wrong either way.
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From: Somewhere on the Bourbon trail
I went from a Sportster 1200 to a King. I got use to the weight difference after a few days of riding. I still have my Sportster, but the King gets most of the saddle time. The weight difference is about 150 lbs. so it's like going from the Sportster to the Bob. You will notice you are sitting a bit taller on the King than on the Bob. Your Bob has the 103 motor and the new Kings have the M8. It will be wider due to the bags, let alone the crash bar.
As far as fast, I would say they are both comparable, but the M8 King might have a bit more get-up-and-go in all gears. For long haul riding you will definitely be more comfortable on the King, and the cruise on the King will be welcomed. Also, get use to having footboards and you can get hwy pegs to stretch out.
Can't go wrong with a King. I've had my '13 King since new and it's been flawless.
As far as fast, I would say they are both comparable, but the M8 King might have a bit more get-up-and-go in all gears. For long haul riding you will definitely be more comfortable on the King, and the cruise on the King will be welcomed. Also, get use to having footboards and you can get hwy pegs to stretch out.
Can't go wrong with a King. I've had my '13 King since new and it's been flawless.
Last edited by RKZen; Aug 3, 2021 at 03:11 PM.
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From: Athens, Alabama
I traded away a Dyna Switchback for my Road King Special because the wife wanted to go to Daytona. At that point she wasn't experienced enough riding on her own (prolly still not) so I pulled the trigger. I love my King now and wouldn't go back but in the beginning I missed the agility and nimbleness of the Dyna. Once you get used the balance of the heavier platform and versatility I think you'll like it.