StreetGlide vs RoadKing
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From: Winfield, Ks
StreetGlide vs RoadKing
New guy here looking at bikes. Was at dealership Sat. to look at RoadKings. But after looking and being there for 3hrs I was leaning towards a StreetGlide. Would like your help, opinions, Pros, Cons. to each bike.
Will be my 1st Harley, but not 1st bike. Have had Honda Shadows, Yamaha 850 special, etc. Been looking at HDs for several yrs, And its time to get a real bike.
Thanks in advance
Shane
Will be my 1st Harley, but not 1st bike. Have had Honda Shadows, Yamaha 850 special, etc. Been looking at HDs for several yrs, And its time to get a real bike.
Thanks in advance
Shane
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From: Music City, USA
You will get this answer ALOT!
Ride both - if possible, rent both and take each for good, long, rides (not simply around the block). Dude you are about to drop some serious coin, you sure don't want to make the wrong selection based upon what you "like" best.
I believe your body geometry will answer that question better than this web-site possibly could.
Good Luck!!!
Ride both - if possible, rent both and take each for good, long, rides (not simply around the block). Dude you are about to drop some serious coin, you sure don't want to make the wrong selection based upon what you "like" best.
I believe your body geometry will answer that question better than this web-site possibly could.
Good Luck!!!
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Last year when I was looking for a new bike, it was gonna be either a RK or a Road Glide Custom.It came down to the fact that I didn't want a radio or all those electronics up in the dash that could give me problems down the road. I wanted a touring bike. Here in Fl., hand protection in the cold really isn't a priority to me so I went with the RK and couldn't be happier.JMO..
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I prefer a fairing and stereo to none. Pros for the Road King is that the front end is lighter due to no fairing, but you also get no wind protection unless you use the windshield. I rode a few baggers this weekend and preferred the Ultra Classic over the Road King due to the fact that it was the new frame and the fairing and stereo made things so relaxed. I'm not the kind of guy to run a windshield on a Road King and neither is my buddy whose RK I rode.
Next up is the Road Glide comparison.
Next up is the Road Glide comparison.
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Right now. But the Road King held that title for a long time.
It's really a matter of personal preference. Some of us would never want a bike with a fairing, lots of plastic and a stereo. Others wouldn't buy a bike without those things. Both are great bikes. I personally prefer the classic cruiser look of the Road King which is also a great tourer. Many will call it the most versatile bike Harley makes because of its ability to be stripped down to an around town cruiser in seconds or to gear up for a long tour.