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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 09:50 AM
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Are the new frames worth trading my 04 in? I have it set up the way I want it finally but I rode a new limited a few weeks back and was blown away!

Would a stabilizer get me to the stability of the new frame? I was also supprised by the 103 and how much more it had than my 95BB with air and exhaust upgrades.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 09:55 AM
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I believe the new limited has more than just the frame comparing to your 2004 Ultra.
I am a little confuse when you mention about stability for the new limited. It's already smooth like silk.
 
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Old Apr 6, 2012 | 11:25 AM
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Frame alone? In my opinion NO. A stabilizer on my '07 Ultra was more stable than my '11 Ultra is with the new frame. As was stated though, lots of other reasons to consider a trade!
 
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Maybe spend the $500 or so on a frame stabilizing system like Glide Pro, or some of the others and then see what you think..
 
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