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Jul 17, 2009 | 02:04 PM

#41

iclick

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From: Baton Rouge, LA

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Originally Posted by cruzinthecoast

I just sold my 07 SG. Now I'm looking for Full dressed model. Which do you think is the best. This will be for touring only long distance ridding. Best options and what to stay away from.
Looking at 05 - 09 models.

For solo touring the '07 SG would've been excellent with some adjustments, like a Tour Pak, real windshield, cruise control, and better rear shocks. Done...instant solo touring bike. Add lowers and you're practically an Ultra, all dressed up and ready for someplace to go. For two-up I think an EGC is the best bang-for-the-buck touring rig, but your passenger might really like the idea of rear speakers and armrests like you get with an Ultra.

Last edited by iclick; Jul 17, 2009 at 02:07 PM.

Jul 17, 2009 | 02:11 PM

#42

dpriest

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From: long island.ny

i hope its the road glide. i just bought an 08 and will pick it up on sunday. two buddies of mine have 06's and the love 'em.

Jul 17, 2009 | 02:36 PM

#43

Whackone

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From: Southern Utah

You already had the best

Jul 17, 2009 | 03:11 PM

#44

caymen8

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From: Denver, CO

I've got a detachable tour pak for my RG and I would not trade it out for anything. It has a unique look and I feel it handles the best of the touring bikes due to the frame mounted fairing.

Jul 17, 2009 | 03:14 PM

#45

nocages4me

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From: Fredericksburg, Virginia

Road Glide if your wanting to go with a Harley... Gold Wing if you want the true all around best bike. I know, I know how dare I say that, but we all know it...

Last edited by nocages4me; Jul 17, 2009 at 03:18 PM.

Jul 17, 2009 | 03:17 PM

#46

nocages4me

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From: Fredericksburg, Virginia

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Originally Posted by Whackone

You already had the best

Jul 17, 2009 | 03:20 PM

#47

Mulepick

Stage III

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From: S Nevada

Pure touring? Truthfully? GL1800.

Jul 17, 2009 | 03:26 PM

#48

sifularson

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From: Longview, Washington

I have my Road Glide set up for 2up touring. The final piece of the puzzle is the Hogg Chopps that are IN THE MAIL!.

Once I get this one all decked out, I'll be able to trade it in on a 2010 Tour Glide!

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Jul 17, 2009 | 04:10 PM

#49

cruzinthecoast

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From: Mississippi

I own 3 other harleys. This one will just be for touring and comfort on long distance I run Mississippi to Daytona and to Boston With side trips to up state N.Y. The Street Glide Was A nice bike but looking for a pure touring bike. I will be test ridding a fully loaded Road Glide on Sat.

Last edited by cruzinthecoast; Jul 17, 2009 at 05:07 PM.