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Old May 4, 2008 | 02:03 PM
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Once you go bagger you never go back!
 
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Old May 4, 2008 | 02:26 PM
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Ya don't buy the Road Glide, that Candy Sunglow Red is an ugly color
I agree, based on experience.
 
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Old May 4, 2008 | 05:17 PM
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Baggers win. Next question please.
 
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Old May 4, 2008 | 05:25 PM
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I've had everything from a crotch rocket to a valkyrie interstate to a BMW K1200LT. I love my Ultra! This bikehandles way better than I ever dreamed. Yes the boards do hit early but you can adjust them up.
 
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Old May 4, 2008 | 05:32 PM
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I came from a FXD to a EGC. It does take a little getting used to but in a very short time you will never look back. I had 4 different seats for my FXD and I am here to tell you, you will never, ever get that FXD to be as comfortable as a Bagger.
I have never had any handling problems with my bike.
 
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Old May 4, 2008 | 05:47 PM
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First HD was an FXR which I wish I still had. Handled great.
Next was a Heritage which handled awful.
Now on an Ultra. It will run circles around the softail.
 
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Old May 4, 2008 | 06:13 PM
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i went from a wide glide to a flht and won't be going back ,i can't believe how nimble and easy to handle the bagger is.
 
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Old May 4, 2008 | 06:48 PM
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JMHO........Get a Street Glide and you'll love it.

Ride safe.
 
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Old May 4, 2008 | 07:01 PM
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Baggers are the way to go, plus more bang for your buck!!

 
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Old May 4, 2008 | 07:07 PM
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No matter what the FL's are never going to handle like a sport bike, but they do handle very well for their size, weight, and frame geometry. I bought my first bagger last October, and will be keeping at least one in my stable from here on out. My softail is fine for longer rides, but even with a good after market seat I find myself looking for another place to sit after only about 2 hours. With my Street Glide there are no such issues......plus I get to listen to tunes, and have a place to put my jacket!
 
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