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Need help and info
I am making the jump to a touring bike I have ridden softtails my whole life I am 28years old and still have a somewhat aggressive riding style and need some pros and cons for the touring bike as I have never ridden one.Thank you
Am really interested in road glides
Am really interested in road glides
Cruiser
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From: West Michigan
First thing to consider is whether or not you prefer a windshield and then if you do, what windshield or fairing that you prefer. I am 54 and still like to get out and jam some, I still prefer no windshield, I ride an '05 Road King Custom, I have a detachable windshield.
You will be surprised at how well the baggers handle, get the one you want.
You will be surprised at how well the baggers handle, get the one you want.
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From: Cypress, TX
The biggest difference is between the fairing bikes and the RK. Their all good but the RK lets you go without the windshield. Does having a stereo matter to you. I didn't think so until I had one. Buy the one that "moves" you. They all handle great (same frame). They all feel a little different because of the fairing-windshield-seat design. The SG has lowered rear shocks some find it a little harsher ride. Test ride them all but keep in mind the you will probably change the windshield, seat, and bars on any of them.
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just make sure you test ride all of them. everyone before me has covered it pretty much. Be careful of the "FUGLY"
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Road Master
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If you ride aggressive, nothing handles like a Road Glide. Plus they look alot better when customized. Stay away from the grampa glides
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I was just about your age when I bought my first bagger ( not my first scooter... I'm 61 now ) and have been on them ever since. Since 1992 they have been FLHTCU's and I wouldn't consider any thing else now ..... but that's just me!