ABS. yes or no?
Road Warrior
Joined: Aug 2009
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From: Mississippi
Just my opinion...I would say no...It would depend on how long you have been riding...Harley's abs does not impress me...But for newer riders they give a false sense of security...(I am sure I will get flamed for that comment)
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: southeastern, ma
been riding for a long long time. had an 03 ultra and last year skidded with ol on the back coming off an exit ramp a little hot in the rain. was enough to shock me into saying if its available - why not. evidence is overwhelming in your favor. bought a 2010 limited with it and thrilled.
Tourer
Joined: Mar 2007
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From: Salt Lake City, UT
I've heard a few people complain that the rear brakes would kind of give out occasionally when trying to scrub off a little speed coming into a corner or similar situation where you would just be slightly using the rear brake.
I also have seen threads where they said that it was solved on the 2010 bikes...
I'm kinda going through the same dilemma. I think the final verdict will be to find a dealership doing demo rides, try both (aka... give them some hell), and then go from there.
You will probably get a 50-50 response on this type of question.
I also have seen threads where they said that it was solved on the 2010 bikes...
I'm kinda going through the same dilemma. I think the final verdict will be to find a dealership doing demo rides, try both (aka... give them some hell), and then go from there.
You will probably get a 50-50 response on this type of question.
Elite HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2007
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From: NW Arkansas
Naw you probably will never need it. Like, your not PLANNING to wreck are you? Why buy a new bike with all the latest technology available when you can save money and buy and old used one without any new technology and save money?
Seriously, if you have to ask, you should probably get it. Below is a pretty good discussion of the subject, if I remember correctly. Remember, it has been standard on the cop bikes for awhile now, that should suggest something.
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...bs-brakes.html
Seriously, if you have to ask, you should probably get it. Below is a pretty good discussion of the subject, if I remember correctly. Remember, it has been standard on the cop bikes for awhile now, that should suggest something.
https://www.hdforums.com/forum/touri...bs-brakes.html
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Road Master
Joined: Nov 2008
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From: Findlay, ohio
In my opinion, I wouldn't buy a new bike without ABS. ABS will keep you from skidding in hard braking situations. Great option and worth the added price, at least to me it is.
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