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May 14, 2009 | 09:34 AM

#21

6 gun

Seasoned HDF Member

Joined: Mar 2008

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From: Central Texas

Quote:

Originally Posted by Suede Blue Man

My first HD was a RoadKing and they are one of the best looking, fun to ride bikes there are.
It's a touring bike which is great but stripped down enough to be sporty.

Bottom line: Hard bagged Harley's are where it's at!

+1 take a look at my striped down road king classic
road kings are not for asphalt only

May 14, 2009 | 01:34 PM

#22

sgdiesel

Road Warrior

Joined: Nov 2008

Posts: 1,296

Likes: 3

From: Cheltenham, UK

Another thing I didn't really appreciate when I bought my Ultra...

With the addition of a quick detach kit and a "low profile seat" the bike looks COMPLETELY different, one is awesome for touring, the other looks kinda cool. Time to do the change - realistically with showing due care and attention - 15 minutes!

I am delighted with "both my bikes"

There are numerous threads showing these bikes

Cost, about $400 if you shop smart, be patient and use EBay

May 14, 2009 | 01:39 PM

#23

tejasrider

Thread Starter

Tourer

Joined: May 2009

Posts: 323

Likes: 0

Quote:

Originally Posted by 6 gun

+1 take a look at my striped down road king classic
road kings are not for asphalt only

I really like that color scheme.

May 28, 2009 | 11:43 AM

#24

RoadKingLou

Cruiser

Joined: May 2009

Posts: 248

Likes: 1

From: Lackawaxen, PA

I have a Road King and to me its the most comfortable bike around. Smooth ride and classic look. To me its not a choice Go with the Road King.

May 28, 2009 | 12:20 PM

#25

cbears

Road Warrior

Joined: May 2008

Posts: 1,622

Likes: 1

From: Topeka, KS

The touring frame models are perfect for all types of riding. If you want to take long rides, go with an ultra or classic. If you want to stay around town and short rides, go with the King or Street glide. At times I wish I would have gone street glide instead of King for the stereo but I love the looks of the King. My Ultra is perfect for when I want to ride more distance.

May 28, 2009 | 12:55 PM

#26

FastHoss

Elite HDF Member

Joined: Dec 2007

Posts: 4,271

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From: Green Country,Oklahoma

For all weather comfort the Electra Glide is the only way to go,Road Kings let too much air hit you,colder on the hands and body,wind tugging at you for hours on end tires you out.

May 28, 2009 | 01:47 PM

#27

Arizona

Ultimate HDF Member

Joined: Dec 2006

Posts: 5,878

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From: The Desert SouthWest

The RK and it's generous saddle bags is very handy and versatile. The windshield is on and off in seconds and you've got a sleek cruiser or long distance touring machine. The ride is smooth and very comfortable.

May 28, 2009 | 02:10 PM

#28

iclick

Extreme HDF Member

Joined: Sep 2005

Posts: 11,615

Likes: 50

From: Baton Rouge, LA

I think an RK is an excellent choice, although you may later decide you want some of the amenities the EG's offer, like gauges and stereo. OTOH I personally would never buy a bike or car from a rental fleet, as you don't know how they've been run. Riders of rental bikes don't own them and thus don't have the bike's best interest in mind when riding, thus I suspect there'd be more chance they'd be subjected to abuse.

Be prepared to get caught up in the HD accessory addiction, with which most of us are infected, but there is no known cure and that's part of the fun. The plan should be to tailor it to your taste, and in my case the bike is never there in stock form. The good news is that an enormous aftermarket follows HD's and the choices can sometimes be daunting.

This is IMO the best forum for general info on touring bikes, so don't hesitate to ask questions before or after the sale.