hertiage or road king?
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Many of us Road King owners really like the bike except for the handlebars and seat. If you buy used, hopefully previous owner took care of seat and bar problem. Almost bought a Heritage last year, but the advantages of the Road King won me over, so I bought the King.
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From: Texas
We just came back from Ridoso. i rode my king, my buddies were on a Limited and a Heritage(03 anniversary spring).
we did 1300 miles. His has apes and a 96 inch screaming eagle kit. he said he felt a little more fatigued after a days ride then we did. His wife was not ac comfortable as those girl on the king. otherwise, we RODE. I have done long trips on a hirtage twice and a fat boy once, both 88 tc motors and my teeth buzzed at 65...
I prefer the new road king to my old one but prefered my old one over the softail frames due to the rubber mounted motor and somewhat plusher passenger seats available. The softails are great for me for day riding though and for a solo rider, can be made comfortable.
You will hear some complaints about the older MM efi on the road king but i had great luck with mine and that bike is still rolling. I rode that thing everywhere without fear of breaking down! Only worry is spoked wheels have tubes so no side of the road patching up...
good luck!
we did 1300 miles. His has apes and a 96 inch screaming eagle kit. he said he felt a little more fatigued after a days ride then we did. His wife was not ac comfortable as those girl on the king. otherwise, we RODE. I have done long trips on a hirtage twice and a fat boy once, both 88 tc motors and my teeth buzzed at 65...
I prefer the new road king to my old one but prefered my old one over the softail frames due to the rubber mounted motor and somewhat plusher passenger seats available. The softails are great for me for day riding though and for a solo rider, can be made comfortable.
You will hear some complaints about the older MM efi on the road king but i had great luck with mine and that bike is still rolling. I rode that thing everywhere without fear of breaking down! Only worry is spoked wheels have tubes so no side of the road patching up...
good luck!
One thing to consider is the center of gravity. If your back is still giving you issues, you may find that the Heritage is better than the RK for moving it around.
I have a bad foot and leg. I can no longer hold up a RK, but I have no problems with the Heritage.
The RK has better lean angles than the Heritage, but I have found the ride on the Heritage (as far as smoothness) is just as good as the RK. Also, the Heritage needed less work to get the seat and handlebars comfortable for me.
I suggest taking both for a test ride and seeing which You like best.
Pre-07 there were carbs and EFI on both models. 07-up there is only EFI for both models.
I have a bad foot and leg. I can no longer hold up a RK, but I have no problems with the Heritage.
The RK has better lean angles than the Heritage, but I have found the ride on the Heritage (as far as smoothness) is just as good as the RK. Also, the Heritage needed less work to get the seat and handlebars comfortable for me.
I suggest taking both for a test ride and seeing which You like best.
Pre-07 there were carbs and EFI on both models. 07-up there is only EFI for both models.
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Seriously? You're on the TOURING Forum! What do you think the majority of answers are going to be? If you're serious, you need to ride them both, back to back, and then make your decision. Many dealers rent both, so rent each one for 1/2 day. Then make an informed decision. Most dealers will take off your rental fees if you buy within a reasonable period (30 days).
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4th Gear
Joined: Oct 2013
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From: wisconsin
Seriously? You're on the TOURING Forum! What do you think the majority of answers are going to be? If you're serious, you need to ride them both, back to back, and then make your decision. Many dealers rent both, so rent each one for 1/2 day. Then make an informed decision. Most dealers will take off your rental fees if you buy within a reasonable period (30 days).
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4th Gear
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From: wisconsin
Thanks for the great info...
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4th Gear
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From: wisconsin
We just came back from Ridoso. i rode my king, my buddies were on a Limited and a Heritage(03 anniversary spring).
we did 1300 miles. His has apes and a 96 inch screaming eagle kit. he said he felt a little more fatigued after a days ride then we did. His wife was not ac comfortable as those girl on the king. otherwise, we RODE. I have done long trips on a hirtage twice and a fat boy once, both 88 tc motors and my teeth buzzed at 65...
I prefer the new road king to my old one but prefered my old one over the softail frames due to the rubber mounted motor and somewhat plusher passenger seats available. The softails are great for me for day riding though and for a solo rider, can be made comfortable.
You will hear some complaints about the older MM efi on the road king but i had great luck with mine and that bike is still rolling. I rode that thing everywhere without fear of breaking down! Only worry is spoked wheels have tubes so no side of the road patching up...
good luck!
we did 1300 miles. His has apes and a 96 inch screaming eagle kit. he said he felt a little more fatigued after a days ride then we did. His wife was not ac comfortable as those girl on the king. otherwise, we RODE. I have done long trips on a hirtage twice and a fat boy once, both 88 tc motors and my teeth buzzed at 65...
I prefer the new road king to my old one but prefered my old one over the softail frames due to the rubber mounted motor and somewhat plusher passenger seats available. The softails are great for me for day riding though and for a solo rider, can be made comfortable.
You will hear some complaints about the older MM efi on the road king but i had great luck with mine and that bike is still rolling. I rode that thing everywhere without fear of breaking down! Only worry is spoked wheels have tubes so no side of the road patching up...
good luck!
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4th Gear
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From: wisconsin
One thing to consider is the center of gravity. If your back is still giving you issues, you may find that the Heritage is better than the RK for moving it around.
I have a bad foot and leg. I can no longer hold up a RK, but I have no problems with the Heritage.
The RK has better lean angles than the Heritage, but I have found the ride on the Heritage (as far as smoothness) is just as good as the RK. Also, the Heritage needed less work to get the seat and handlebars comfortable for me.
I suggest taking both for a test ride and seeing which You like best.
Pre-07 there were carbs and EFI on both models. 07-up there is only EFI for both models.
I have a bad foot and leg. I can no longer hold up a RK, but I have no problems with the Heritage.
The RK has better lean angles than the Heritage, but I have found the ride on the Heritage (as far as smoothness) is just as good as the RK. Also, the Heritage needed less work to get the seat and handlebars comfortable for me.
I suggest taking both for a test ride and seeing which You like best.
Pre-07 there were carbs and EFI on both models. 07-up there is only EFI for both models.
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4th Gear
Joined: Oct 2013
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From: wisconsin
Cop seat, but will it marry up to a passenger seat...wifey wants to ride