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test rode my first hd touring model today with my wife. it seemed heavy i was uncomfortable alittle. i have always road kz 900s or 1000s years of riding these made them like a big toy. will i become comfortable handling a dresser @185 to 190 pds with wife @180 thanks chuck
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Don't ride your wife until you are comfortable with all handling, stopping, etc. It is a heavy bike, but it does maneuver very well after you get used to it. I know, I had the same feelings. The best thing I did was get the Ride like a Pro DVD. it will teach you how to handle the bike really well if you practice a few hours. It's well worth the $20.
Be safe.
Be safe.
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I find the HD touring bikes amazingly nimble, at first a little intimidating but after a 1000 miles I went and hung out with the HOG skills team, they usually practice twice a month. This was very good training for low speed handling, if a 105 lb wonan can U turn a RKC inside 2 parking spaces from a stop you should be okay size wise. Look into the HOG skills team, thats one of the few things I appreciate them for and stay in it. getting a new UC in a few weeks, will put 1000 miles on it then do the experienced riders course. Think it will be money well spent.
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They are heavy. I'm sure with all the add on crap (Chrome, Skulls) I've got my bike is over 1000lbs without riders.
However, as long as your feet can touch the ground you will get used to it.
As said before, the Ultra is very manuverable but certainly is NOT a sport bike.
I've owned many bikes and my '07 Ultra is the best bike I've owned....And look at it.......Nothing like Black and Chrome.
Good Luck
You'll never get a sport bike to look like this........
However, as long as your feet can touch the ground you will get used to it.
As said before, the Ultra is very manuverable but certainly is NOT a sport bike.
I've owned many bikes and my '07 Ultra is the best bike I've owned....And look at it.......Nothing like Black and Chrome.
Good Luck
You'll never get a sport bike to look like this........
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