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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 10:47 AM
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Originally Posted by cav1429
Can't beat the 09 ultra for long ride comfort and luggage space
PLUS 1, I am very happy with mine and have no problems so far

Be Safe JIM
 
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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 10:56 AM
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Bimmer or Gold Wing!! psych - it should be a 96 CID Harley. I thought a SG = Street Glide was a touring bike? Or did you mean Super Glide?
 
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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 11:01 AM
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That's a easy question. And the answer is.......The latest year model of the "Ultra" that you can get your hands on!
 
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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 11:25 AM
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I can get awful lot for a Road King for the $5000 CA difference in price it would take to move to an Ultra.

Of course, everyone is going to defend their current model of choice.
 
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Old Jul 16, 2009 | 11:42 AM
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Even though I don't own one at this point anyway, the road glide, if set up properly for touring wins hands down no contest!
 
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Old Jul 17, 2009 | 08:27 AM
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I did like the Street Glide but after a 3600 mi trip I just needed more. I took a ride on a 09 Ultra yesterday and I must say the fit was perfect very comfortable. Could use some upgrades in the sound system but other than that great bike.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2009 | 08:45 AM
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I've got a Road King Classic but if I could afford it, I would be riding an Ultra Classic.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2009 | 01:30 PM
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I test drove the Road Glide and Ultra Classic before purchase. You should drive both in the wind. I have a Road Glide which I'm building into a nice touring bike, as $$$ allows. If you are getting a new bike, price out getting a RG with all the stuff you want and what it would cost to get an Ultra Classic. You will have a great time with either.
 
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Old Jul 17, 2009 | 01:56 PM
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waiting to see the new road glide 2010 i understand they will be full dressed now

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Old Jul 17, 2009 | 02:02 PM
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I have the RKC and for versatility I dont think it can be beat. But If all I was going to do on the bike was ride long distance I woulda bought an Ultra hands down.
 
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