Electra Glide Classic
I went from an 06 RKC to an 09 EGC so to me the difference was a big one. I really like the fairing and the convenience of the tour pack, not withstanding going from the old type frame to the new one, from 88ci to 96 and 5 speed to 6.
I full intend for my Electra Glide Classic to be my last bike.....but I have said that before.
I full intend for my Electra Glide Classic to be my last bike.....but I have said that before.
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Joined: Mar 2012
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From: Santa Cruz
Noone can tell ya what ya want/need. I have a RK and EGS. The RK is lighter, windyer and more motorcycle like. The EGS is just more comfortable and relaxing, plus the tunes rock! If wind protection, trunk and/or stereo are important to ya, do it.
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Joined: Jul 2007
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From: Woodinville, WA
I have a '12 RK and am pleased with it. I was at a dealer today and was looking at a '13 Electra Glide Classic. I like the batwing, radio, gauges, tour pack, etc. My sales guy (bought my three previous scooters from him) made me a very tempting deal on a trade. At my age, I don't really want to step up to a Limited or an Ultra. Given that this is the last year for the Classic, what do you guys think? The RK or a new Classic will probably be my last bike.
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Joined: Sep 2010
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From: Phoenix '53, '88, '09 Big Twins
reasons I like the EGC over the Ultra:
1.) don't need the CB
2.) don't want rear speakers- my tbag fits great in the pass seat, with speakers the Tbag would trash them
The Ultra comes with alot of extras that i don't care about- thus they have no value for me when it is time to pull out the wallet
I am on my 2nd EGC ( 1995 and 2009)- both have added fairing lowers, which I like very much
I also added side lights to the tour pak...
The 09 came with an airwing rack and LEDS, so that helps the rear running/brake light thing- also came with sec/cruise/abs
I do not in anyway regret not buying the Ultra...I saved about $4000
My modifications:
fairing lowers
fairing deflectors
FLHX seat, shocks, pegs ( stock stuff goes on when I tour) I also have a solo seat
3 windscreens- I match the height to the seat...my seated height
detachable tourpak kit
FLHR signal bar plate mount
added leds for brake function to fender tip
and a few other things ( stage1)
mike
1.) don't need the CB
2.) don't want rear speakers- my tbag fits great in the pass seat, with speakers the Tbag would trash them
The Ultra comes with alot of extras that i don't care about- thus they have no value for me when it is time to pull out the wallet
I am on my 2nd EGC ( 1995 and 2009)- both have added fairing lowers, which I like very much
I also added side lights to the tour pak...
The 09 came with an airwing rack and LEDS, so that helps the rear running/brake light thing- also came with sec/cruise/abs
I do not in anyway regret not buying the Ultra...I saved about $4000
My modifications:
fairing lowers
fairing deflectors
FLHX seat, shocks, pegs ( stock stuff goes on when I tour) I also have a solo seat
3 windscreens- I match the height to the seat...my seated height
detachable tourpak kit
FLHR signal bar plate mount
added leds for brake function to fender tip
and a few other things ( stage1)
mike
Last edited by mkguitar; Jun 1, 2013 at 11:05 PM.
Road Captain
Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 515
Likes: 2
From: Colorado
I have the Ultra and use everything on it...mostly because it is there, but have no desire to take them off either. As with everything else, it is a personal choice as to what you will use and what you don't need/want.
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Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 547
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From: Illinois Corn Desert
I have a '12 RK and am pleased with it. I was at a dealer today and was looking at a '13 Electra Glide Classic. I like the batwing, radio, gauges, tour pack, etc. My sales guy (bought my three previous scooters from him) made me a very tempting deal on a trade. At my age, I don't really want to step up to a Limited or an Ultra. Given that this is the last year for the Classic, what do you guys think? The RK or a new Classic will probably be my last bike.
....LOL!!Seriously, buy it.
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Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 1,000
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From: S.E. NC
I've had three Ultras. 98, 08, 09 and now a 13 Classic. All of the Ultras were great on trips but not so much fun around town and bar hopping. I enjoyed my Ironhead for that.
I didn't talk on the CB but did listen on the Interstate. Wife rides with me one week out of the year. I just don't need all that extra stuff that often.
The Ultra just had too many wires for a quick detach for me.
I might add the lowers one day, they really cut down the wind from under the fairing.
Now, in five minutes I can go from highway to local mode. It's like having two bikes in one.
I didn't talk on the CB but did listen on the Interstate. Wife rides with me one week out of the year. I just don't need all that extra stuff that often.
The Ultra just had too many wires for a quick detach for me.
I might add the lowers one day, they really cut down the wind from under the fairing.
Now, in five minutes I can go from highway to local mode. It's like having two bikes in one.
Cruiser
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 120
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From: Bakersfield, CA
I went from a 2012 RK to a 2013 EG Limited, it was a night and day difference, and I love the extra storage. I just had V&H power Duals and Monster Rounds and a SEST installed. Great bike and it handles almost as well as my RK did. The wife really likes it. I think the ABS and the extra lights on the back make it a safer ride for stopping power and the extra lights in the back help make you more visable.
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Joined: Jan 2013
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From: Virginia
I like the batwing bikes and just like my autos the more gadgets the better. The Ltd I have is probably my last bike. At 62 I think it will last me. If you really like all the things you said you did I would go for it. But only you know for sure.
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Joined: Apr 2006
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From: Amherst, VA
I heard in a couple of years Harley will be coming out with the Electra Glide Ultra Death Star Classic with the optional popup side mounted laser attachments.
Just having fun here, I never thought I would want all the neat extras, but they are just too cool to not have anymore.
Just having fun here, I never thought I would want all the neat extras, but they are just too cool to not have anymore.