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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 07:48 AM
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I just traded in my Dyna Superglide for an 08 electraglide.&nbsp\\;Anything I need to know about these touring bikes, this is my first one.&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 08:09 AM
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They run hot,they wobble,the fuel cannister has probs.No can't think of anything.Its a Harley,good choice.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 08:12 AM
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I have 10k on mine and not one probelm other then the recall for the fuel canister. Took it on a 1000 3 day trip and got 39 to 49 mpg two up. Never had a wobble or anything but I am not a hot dogger eather.&nbsp\\; Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 08:22 AM
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Keep the rubber on the road and the wind in your face, but you already know that.&nbsp\\; Good choice.&nbsp\\; Enjoy your new ride!&nbsp\\;
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 08:32 AM
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My wife and I absolutely love our 2008 Electra Glide and we get nothing but miles of enjoyment out of it. Ignore the crybabies and you'll enjoy yours too.

Best of luck with the new ride!&nbsp\\;
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 08:53 AM
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Just get used to the big %#)-eatin' grin on your face and ride! It don't go away.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 10:11 AM
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Once you go bagger, you never go back. Dynas are great looking and are more nimble, but you won't want to ever get off of the Glide. Good luck with your new ride!
 
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Got a 08 Standard, Hammered the bike as hard as I can since I got it.&nbsp\\; Bike has 16,000 miles on it now.
Bike hasn't given any problem yet.
 
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Welcome to the bagger side of life. They do run warm, and fuel milage runs in the 40's&nbsp\\;plus you can carry things.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 05:59 PM
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Do watch when you lay it in corners, as there are things that scrape quicker than your Dyna probably did. I love my Standard. Welcome to baggerland.
 
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