First Harley Purchase
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6th Gear
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Thanks for all the replies...From what I read its worth getting 09 and above. Ive thought about a new one as well but Im just not sure. I will almost always have my Girlfriend with me but not so many really long rides.
I will add that Im not a small person by any means. My Yamaha does really well with she and I both on the bike.
How much of a difference does the batwing make vs the windshield on the Road King?
I will add that Im not a small person by any means. My Yamaha does really well with she and I both on the bike.
How much of a difference does the batwing make vs the windshield on the Road King?
I have an 2010 Ultra but I like the style of the road king, but for me I live out side of the country so when I get my month and 1/2 of a year, The whole time is spent on the bike, I need and want the space, If I could buy a second bike. Road KING for sure. Sweet ride.
Ride goldies for years, now I am asking my self why! IMO either way you go Your gonna DIIIIIIIIG IT.
Ride goldies for years, now I am asking my self why! IMO either way you go Your gonna DIIIIIIIIG IT.
Tourer
Joined: Feb 2011
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From: Wisconsin
If the price is right, go for the '08 if you really like it. As already said, you might be better off with a newer bike. It does come down to what YOU like and what YOUR willing to pay because YOUR the one that will have to live with the decision. Good luck with your bike search.
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6th Gear
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Heres a link to one that Im very interested in. Price seems a bit high
http://www.hdcolumbia.com/new_vehicl...44&pov=1942782
Ive got an 08 Road Star S that has 2200 miles on it and he only offered me 5200 on it.
http://www.hdcolumbia.com/new_vehicl...44&pov=1942782
Ive got an 08 Road Star S that has 2200 miles on it and he only offered me 5200 on it.
Tourer
Joined: Dec 2009
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From: North Central CT
Like someone else here said, I would definitely encourage you to rent one of each for a day. Most places, if they have the bike, they'll let you take two bikes out for 1/2 the day each at the full day price....and apply it to a purchase later.
That being said, there are definitely a couple things to consider with these bikes. The newer touring frame, plus the additional mount make a big difference over the older bikes. If you can hold out for an '09 I'd suggest it. Its a big difference for either the SG or the RK. I've never gotten a flat on a bike yet...but I'd rather do it on a tubeless tire with some fix-a-flat.
The two bikes are very different in style, but an important thing to remember is that the RK Classic has wire wheels and an inner tube. If you puncture that baby, you are calling someone to come truck your bike away. On the SG, it's tubeless.
The RKC is a sweet looking ride, but for me, the locking hard bags of the SG or the standard RK just plain work better. I commute to work on mine and I can't fit my craptop in the RKC bags, lol.
I bought a RK standard and I now regret it and would buy an SG if I had to do it all over again, Love my RK and when I bought it, I thought I wanted to be able to whip the 'shield off and cruise around with the wind in my face and didn't wanna be stuck behind a fairing. Turns out, I have ridden without it 2x (the first was the day I brought it home...the second time, I got 2 miles from home and turned back for it...riding with a half helmet is easier behind a shield) and keep it on all the time now. So, I am no jonesing for tunes on the longer rides and I envy my buddies with their SG's.
That being said, there are definitely a couple things to consider with these bikes. The newer touring frame, plus the additional mount make a big difference over the older bikes. If you can hold out for an '09 I'd suggest it. Its a big difference for either the SG or the RK. I've never gotten a flat on a bike yet...but I'd rather do it on a tubeless tire with some fix-a-flat.
The two bikes are very different in style, but an important thing to remember is that the RK Classic has wire wheels and an inner tube. If you puncture that baby, you are calling someone to come truck your bike away. On the SG, it's tubeless.
The RKC is a sweet looking ride, but for me, the locking hard bags of the SG or the standard RK just plain work better. I commute to work on mine and I can't fit my craptop in the RKC bags, lol.
I bought a RK standard and I now regret it and would buy an SG if I had to do it all over again, Love my RK and when I bought it, I thought I wanted to be able to whip the 'shield off and cruise around with the wind in my face and didn't wanna be stuck behind a fairing. Turns out, I have ridden without it 2x (the first was the day I brought it home...the second time, I got 2 miles from home and turned back for it...riding with a half helmet is easier behind a shield) and keep it on all the time now. So, I am no jonesing for tunes on the longer rides and I envy my buddies with their SG's.
Road Master
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From: Henderson, Nevada
If the new frame is in your budget take the 2009. Road King or Street Glide? Big cash outlays here, rent each for a day so you spend your money on the right bike with no regrets. I'd never ridden with a fairing before, so before I ordered my FLHTI, I rented both. I'd like to have both, however my parents didn't leave me a large trust fund.
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Road Master
Joined: Nov 2008
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From: Central Coast CA
I would not be that discouraged about the 08 you can do some things to the suspension and there are many braces out on the market to help curtail the wag in these flexible rides I have the progressive touring link one of the most economical and made a huge difference along with my fork and shock upgrades. If the price is right you will still be happy with it for sure I know newer is always better for most as it is a evolution in development. I would say the faring is the only way to go so many more benefits IMHO tunes is just one. Thing is get what you can afford and still put money into it because your gonna new or 08.