Ultra's Ugly Lowers
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Ultra's Ugly Lowers
I got my first up-close look at the new 2014 touring bikes this weekend. The Ultra, to my surprise, doesn't have the new twin-cooled engine. But, they have the same lower fairings as the Limited that has the radiators. Instead of making lowers specifically for the Ultra they just put a piece of plastic in the hole where the radiator grills are on the Limited. In my opinion, this detracts from the looks of the Ultra. I know it's a cost savings to do it this way, but why didn't they just make the Ultra lowers without the radiator openings? I also agree with the posts that compare the saddlebag lid opener with a commode flush handle. Other than these two issues I had with the Ultra, I like what they have done to the new touring bikes. I especially liked the touch screen on the Limited. Also, I didn't think the air duct on the fairing looked bad, and if it cuts down on the buffeting that's a big plus.
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You nailed it, the reason is price. Besides, I imagine the twin cooled engine will sweep the entire touring line within a year or so. So why make a special part that will not stay in production?
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I too think that is their "logic"
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I don't get the toilet handle comments, it's not like anyone can see it. The handle sits out of site between the seat and saddlebag lid. The only way it can be seen is by standing over the lid or sitting in the passenger seat.
As for the lowers, will the 2013s fit?
Beary
As for the lowers, will the 2013s fit?
Beary
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Haters gonna hate.
The only people making those comments are the ones that don't own the new bike.
I like everything about the new 14's
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This is a $25K bike! That's why they should make a special part.
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Out of sight until you open the bags.
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LOL, Ok that explains it.
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Yes, the old lowers will fit. I put them on my new bike. I was going to order the new lowers and sell my old ones, but found the new ones were harder to open and close (both the vents and the plastic flap). I put the magnetic ones on a couple years ago and got used to just flipping them up to close them.