Touring to switchback
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From: Nonya, BS
I have a Switchback and love it for local rides as I have plenty of storage and can strip it down and it still looks great. However it is small and uncomfortable for long rides (3+ hours without stop) that's why my wife picked out our new CVO Road Glide. The RG is beautiful and rides like a caddie but I'll still ride my switchy solo and around town as it is easier to rip it up on. So if you are wanting a lightweight tourerthe switchback can't be beat. If you want a true tourer don't get one as it isn't but for what it is it rocks and looks pretty good while doing it...
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Road Warrior
Joined: Apr 2011
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From: Hartford, AL
Agree, it would be in addition, not be a change.
I have plenty of time to decide and can change my mind many times. Back says don't get too excited about anything yet.
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Joined: Jun 2010
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From: pontotoc ms
Take off tourpack.bike will be lighter, still have good ride for the back.i have had back surgery, bought a fatboy about two years after I had surgery on my back.it killed me to ride a couple of hours on that bike even with aftermarket seat and backrest.now my limited,the only reason I stop is for gas or to get a drink. Oh yea, walking helps back, and workingout to keep the stomach muscles strong.
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Cruiser
Joined: May 2010
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From: Austin, San Antonio, Canyon Lake, Houston, Palestine, Texas
Take off tourpack.bike will be lighter, still have good ride for the back.i have had back surgery, bought a fatboy about two years after I had surgery on my back.it killed me to ride a couple of hours on that bike even with aftermarket seat and backrest.now my limited,the only reason I stop is for gas or to get a drink. Oh yea, walking helps back, and workingout to keep the stomach muscles strong.
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From: Santa Cruz
Personally, one harley is enough for me. They really aren't THAT different. There are plenty of other lighter, quicker, better handling, comfortable bikes out there that really are a change-up from your dresser. Variety is the spice of life.
Road Captain
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From: Twin Cities
Never rode one but have heard complaints about ride quality at highway speeds. May be better for an around the town bike.
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From: San Diego
As others have said, making your heavy tour pack removable will get you most of the way there. For around town, be sure to empty your saddle bags of any tools or other heavy stuff you usually haul around for longer trips. Take off anything that adds weight, and you might be able to get away with just one bike.
I have an aftermarket removable tour pack on my Street Glide. It spends most of it's time hanging on the garage wall.
Having the tour pack off also makes it much easier to swing your leg over the saddle getting on and off. Gotta be better for your back.
I have an aftermarket removable tour pack on my Street Glide. It spends most of it's time hanging on the garage wall.
Having the tour pack off also makes it much easier to swing your leg over the saddle getting on and off. Gotta be better for your back.