Which Bike?
Cruiser
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RE: Which Bike?
I agree. Just get the one you want and learn on it. As you’re riding experience gets better, so will your confidence. Then, consider taking an advance riding class, to give you even more confidence and skill.
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RE: Which Bike?
I've ridden lots of different bikes and the difference between a Road King and en Electra Glide isn't huge. They're basically the same bike but the RK sits a little lower. Oh, and the Ultra has all the goodies.
I say rent an E Glide if that's what you want. Spend a few hundred and ride one for a weekend. Put lots of miles on it. See how you feel come Monday morning.
At 6', 200 lbs, and sort of athletic, you should be able to handle one. But only YOU can answer that question.
I say rent an E Glide if that's what you want. Spend a few hundred and ride one for a weekend. Put lots of miles on it. See how you feel come Monday morning.
At 6', 200 lbs, and sort of athletic, you should be able to handle one. But only YOU can answer that question.
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RE: Which Bike?
ORIGINAL: blutxcowboy
Okay...Im 40yo 6ft' 200lbs..fairly athletic. I do not currently own a touring bike. I WILL be buying one soon..very soon! I have very little riding experience. I have the Harley Riding Course under my belt now. Concerned about my steadiness/ balancingat low speeds.
I love the Ultra Classic! but do you feel its best to start off with a lighter bike until you have road experience? Anyone out there start big?
Okay...Im 40yo 6ft' 200lbs..fairly athletic. I do not currently own a touring bike. I WILL be buying one soon..very soon! I have very little riding experience. I have the Harley Riding Course under my belt now. Concerned about my steadiness/ balancingat low speeds.
I love the Ultra Classic! but do you feel its best to start off with a lighter bike until you have road experience? Anyone out there start big?
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My wife had never ridden anything larger than a Vespa (other than as my co-pilot) and last week she announced she wanted to learn to drive my '05 RK Classic. I told her O.K. I would sign her up for a course. Saturday, I got up late and could not find my wife anywhere in the house, and figured she was at the neighbors 'cause her car was in the driveway. About an hour later, I hear a familiar sound outside and about fainted when I saw my wife ride my bike up the drive way! My wife is 5'6" and weighs about 120 lbs. She got up early whatched my Ride Like A Pro DVD, and went on a 75 mile test ride. I don't know whether to be pissed or proud; but if she can do it......
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RE: Which Bike?
frend of mine took the course and 2 weeks later came home on a sg shes under 5'and maybe 120# only problem shes had is backin it up needs a push every now and then.do lots of demo rides then get the ultra.
Tourer
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From: Iron Mountain, Michigan, da U.P., eh?
RE: Which Bike?
I think the wise advice here is to get the one you want and not get burned on upgrades. You've already taken the classes, so take it slow and practice, practice, practice. Once you're comfortable you'll be fine on any of them.
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RE: Which Bike?
it is the cheapest way to go, if you buy smaller you will buy sell trade until you get what you wanted in the first place. I was a MSF instructor for 6 years have seen many start small only to eventually go to the top.
