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Aug 22, 2008 | 04:33 PM

epd612

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Hello everyone, this may not be the right place to start this thread, so sorry! My father-in-law wants to buy a motorcycle ( he does want a harley). He hasn't ridden one in several several years as far as taking long trips or just riding. He has ridden my 07 ultra classic in a parking lot just to get the feel of it( and yes my heart was pounding hard). I am wondering what do you guys think he should get. His wife will ride with him a few times but it won't be much. Some input on this subject would be greatly apperciated.

Thanks for all the input!

Scotty

Aug 22, 2008 | 04:44 PM

SoCal_Pappy

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Anything in the TOURING CLASS.. They offer a lil' better ride...

Aug 22, 2008 | 05:59 PM

kjmorgan

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I agree, his wife will appreciate the shocks in the touring class. All depends on how much long riding they plan to do. Get the Ultra if they think they might like a lot of long trips. Otherwise a Road King or Street Glide are nice.

Aug 22, 2008 | 07:14 PM

gunner11

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The same thing you have! Might as well be comfortable.

Aug 22, 2008 | 07:21 PM

oldbagr

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Let's face it, as you approach the wisdom years of the age spectrum, you tend to have a greater appreciation for functionality and comfort verses flashiness and speed, therefore, he probably would not be satisfied with anything less than an Ultra.

Aug 22, 2008 | 07:47 PM

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If he has not ridden in a long time, I suggest a Safety Course to shake off the cobwebs and learn the new techniques.

Any bagger will do. It's what spins his prop.

Aug 23, 2008 | 05:50 AM

luc.who

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A good option is to take him to demo days and ride the touring bikes. Have him pick a one or 2 he thinks he would really like and then go rent them for a weekend trip.