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Old Aug 1, 2009 | 01:57 PM
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You know, I would love to have a new Ultra just because it would be new. However, I don't think that it would make me enjoy riding any more than I do now. JMO
 
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Either I got a really good '08 of some people got some really bad ones I've got 12k miles in and it's rock solid in every way. Solo or 2up.
 
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I went from an '05 Ultra ( got rear ended) to an '09 Ultra, worlds of difference. More stable, smoother, less vibaration, I believe it even handles better.
 
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Next time I'm on my buddys 09 I'll look for some really rough curvy roads, how far over the speed limit do I need to be before I'll notice a difference?
 
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Originally Posted by brunswickoh
Next time I'm on my buddys 09 I'll look for some really rough curvy roads, how far over the speed limit do I need to be before I'll notice a difference?
Dude, you're making me laugh. Does it bother you to hear people rave about their 09s?

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Old Aug 1, 2009 | 02:36 PM
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09's are old, the 10's are out. If I wanted a '10 I'd go get it!
 
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Old Aug 1, 2009 | 02:50 PM
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Either I got a really good '08 of some people got some really bad ones I've got 12k miles in and it's rock solid in every way. Solo or 2up.
23k on my 08 and I can't tell the difference between it and my buddy's 09


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Originally Posted by brunswickoh
09's are old, the 10's are out. If I wanted a '10 I'd go get it!
You ought to think about it. Another unmentioned improvement is that the gear ratio on the new bikes are much better.

Daily I walk right past my 07 SG and head to one of my (2) 09's. The bikes may look the same but call me crazy, I'm riding the better of the three. The 09 Ultra or the 09 SG.
I'd get rid of the 07 but no one wants the older frame. Makes sense...

Good luck with your future purchase.

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Dude, you're making me laugh. Does it bother you to hear people rave about their 09s?

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I went from an '05 Ultra ( got rear ended) to an '09 Ultra, worlds of difference. More stable, smoother, less vibaration, I believe it even handles better.

The "vibration" has always been a favorable Harley trait, going back to when they were not rubber mounted. Its OK but I think they lose a bit of character and soul by taking it out.
 
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