Electriglide Classic Vs Ultra Classic
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Cruiser
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From: Johnson City, NY
RE: Electriglide Classic Vs Ultra Classic
Thanks for all of the responses, I believe I've made a decision... I'm going to get the Ultra Classic. \\; Now the tougher part, what color! \\; I was at my dealer this past weekend and saw the book of 2009 colors, what is it with Harley... they always pick weird colors. \\; They have a new "root-beer" two tone with a tan. \\; I think I like the two-tone blues, there is a lighter and darker with a lot of metal flake I don't remember what they called them but my wife pointed out the darker one looked purple at an angle.
Road Captain
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From: Orlando
RE: Electriglide Classic Vs Ultra Classic
Kinda wondering why the 2009, unless you know of some GREAT thing happening with the 09's
I think there are plenty of 2008 models still out there \\;and I think you could get a better deal on a 08 Ultra
Something to think about, dealers are NOT going to deal on a 09 when they have 08's sitting right next to them
I think there are plenty of 2008 models still out there \\;and I think you could get a better deal on a 08 Ultra
Something to think about, dealers are NOT going to deal on a 09 when they have 08's sitting right next to them
Tourer
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From: Central Arizona
RE: Electriglide Classic Vs Ultra Classic
Black is the fastest color.
I chose the Classic, because I didn't need CB, 4 speakers, lowers, etc. \\;(saved $2K) in Black (saved another $1K over 2-tone paint) and put the money into the motor. Yup, every penny, and then some! \\; Everyone has different ideas of the perfect bike, but I wanted the hot-rod sleeper that looks like a rental. \\; Still, I \\;wish I had the extra lights on the tour pack. \\; Maybe that'll be my next mod...Good luck with your choice.
I chose the Classic, because I didn't need CB, 4 speakers, lowers, etc. \\;(saved $2K) in Black (saved another $1K over 2-tone paint) and put the money into the motor. Yup, every penny, and then some! \\; Everyone has different ideas of the perfect bike, but I wanted the hot-rod sleeper that looks like a rental. \\; Still, I \\;wish I had the extra lights on the tour pack. \\; Maybe that'll be my next mod...Good luck with your choice.
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Cruiser
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From: Johnson City, NY
RE: Electriglide Classic Vs Ultra Classic
I'm planning on a 2009 since I want to have half in cash and I'm still saving my pennys \\
. \\; Meanwhile I'm riding my brothers '83 Classic (shovel \\;head) which is taking care of my itch for the summer, I just have to give it up \\;for \\;a couple days a month so he can take it for a spin.  \\;As far as great deals, the dealers around here will only discount from MSRP if it is a left over model. \\; Based on that I don't see a benefit of buying from the showroom floor vs. ordering exactly what I want.
. \\; Meanwhile I'm riding my brothers '83 Classic (shovel \\;head) which is taking care of my itch for the summer, I just have to give it up \\;for \\;a couple days a month so he can take it for a spin.  \\;As far as great deals, the dealers around here will only discount from MSRP if it is a left over model. \\; Based on that I don't see a benefit of buying from the showroom floor vs. ordering exactly what I want.
Road Master
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From: Coral Springs, Florida
RE: Electriglide Classic Vs Ultra Classic
Your money..........your call. I bought the Classic because there were a lot of things on the Ultra that I didn't want, or care about. Plus, when I swing my fat leg over the saddle to get on an Ultra, it always hits the rear speaker.
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Tourer
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RE: Electriglide Classic Vs Ultra Classic
I bought an '08 ElectraGlide Classic last year, had the same dilemma. \\; What they said - if you are going to be doing alot of 2-up riding, get the ultra. \\; \\; Personally, I didn't want the intercom or the cb so I got the classic with abs brakes, and got the dealer to throw in the cruise control. \\; \\; I have since added the removable tourpak kit (easier to do on a classic cause there is no CB or rear speakers) and lower fairings, light kit for the tourpak - still comes in less cost than the ultra. \\; \\; \\; The cruise control is a cheap option on the '08s \\;because of the electronic throttle.
Road Master
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RE: Electriglide Classic Vs Ultra Classic
IMO, no brainer. \\;Get the Ultra - that way, you'll never regret not getting one/more of the features. \\; Plus, only couple thousand difference.
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I thought I would never use the cruise, but use it all the time. It is worth it just by itself.
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I thought I would never use the cruise, but use it all the time. It is worth it just by itself.
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