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Old Oct 4, 2008 | 09:54 PM
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Is there anything out there which REALLY shows what is different between the touring models? HD 'Compare Bikes' tool is great for comparing specifications (seat height, weight...etc), but doesn't really show what one model has and another does not.

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Electra Glide Std has polished heads and SG has chrome (I think).
Electra Glide Classic has CD and SG only a radio (??).

Thanks for any pointers...
 
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Old Oct 4, 2008 | 10:32 PM
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I don't know the answer,but I do know that a Street Glide radio includes the same CD player as the Classic.
 
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Old Oct 4, 2008 | 11:07 PM
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SG, RG & EGC all have the same stereo head unit. The Ultra has a different head unit because it has a CB & intercom.

I think all 08-09 touring bikes, except the EG standard, have the black and chrome engine.
 
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Old Oct 4, 2008 | 11:13 PM
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Small correction needed here: the Ultra radio head is the same as the Classic and StreetGlide, but has additional MODULES to facilitate the intercom and CB. Theoretically, you could add these features to the Classic Electra Glide, Road Glide, and Streetglide.

The differences are small things but add up to distinctive motorcycles. It really depends on what appeals to the buyer. I like the Ultra for its many features, all of which I use (well,except for the cigaretter lighter). some buy for looks alone, whatever floats your boat.
 
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YOU! are the only one who could compare models.We all have our own desires.
 
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Each had different attributes, for rider hight, taste, age.. but there all the same... Harley-Davidson.
 
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Originally Posted by goodbirds
Small correction needed here: the Ultra radio head is the same as the Classic and StreetGlide, but has additional MODULES to facilitate the intercom and CB. Theoretically, you could add these features to the Classic Electra Glide, Road Glide, and Streetglide.

The differences are small things but add up to distinctive motorcycles. It really depends on what appeals to the buyer. I like the Ultra for its many features, all of which I use (well,except for the cigaretter lighter). some buy for looks alone, whatever floats your boat.

Wow....whats wrong with you Bro. Your trying to tell me you like all the other useful doo-dads on the UC, but you dont use the darn cigarette lighter? Whats the deal hear.....you another non smoker? You know....when I bought my Street Glide, I didnt even know it had a cigarette lighter until about 3 months had gone by.
 
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