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Old Nov 5, 2007 | 12:07 AM
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Default Classic vs. Ultra

Excuse my ignorance but I've been on the MOCO's website and I'm not sure I found all the answers I'm looking for. So, if you folks don't mind, could I bother you for some quick info?

I'm looking at purchasing my first Hog and was wondering what the differences are between the UltraClassic and the Classic? I'm aware of the lowers, cruise control, CB, intercom, additional speakers, and tour pak lighting. What else am I missing? Thanks ahead of time.

 
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Old Nov 5, 2007 | 12:29 AM
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Dependin' on yer ridin', it may not be that big a deal. But if yer two-up, that intercom is worth it. An' the additional speakers rock.
 
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Old Nov 5, 2007 | 04:33 AM
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Ya, pretty much answered your own question Pilgrim....

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Old Nov 5, 2007 | 04:37 AM
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You only forgot two things. One is the cool factor. The other the larger smile. After these, you got it covered.

The way I see it, if you can't go first class, why go at all!
 
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Old Nov 5, 2007 | 04:41 AM
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I regularly ride with two buddies that wished they had spent the little extra an gone for the Ultra. I know two more that didn't also but they won't admit their mistake.
 
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Old Nov 5, 2007 | 05:50 AM
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Are your sure the Ultra shouldhave tour-pak lighting?

If so, I need to go back to the dealer.
 
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Old Nov 5, 2007 | 06:04 AM
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...it's like the difference between a Jeep Grand Cherokee...and a Jeep Grand Cherokee "Limited"...more profit
 
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Old Nov 5, 2007 | 06:20 AM
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Oh, yeah...the soft-bag "suit cases"......
 
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and a TON more COOLNESS....Bldr
 
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Old Nov 5, 2007 | 07:00 AM
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Default RE: Classic vs. Ultra

You pretty much covered all the differences. Now it depends on how many of those extras you really want to pay for. I have ownedseveral Classics andstill own one and it has everything on it that I need. I have no need for a CB or intercom and live in Florida so the lowers would never be on the bike and I can always add cruise and the soft luggage for a lot less than the cost difference between the 2 bikes. Different strokes for different folks. Decide on what your needs are and go for it. You want be dissapointed with either one.
 
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