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I have been a Harley enthusiast my entire adult life. I have owned 1 bagger in that time. A 1977 FLH that I hated. It took the sport out of riding for me. Since then I have owned FXWG and FXDWG. At 61 I am considering a Touring bike. From what friends tell me the 09 and above is the way to go as the frame is set up to be more agile than the older bikes. I have not decided which style of bike I like, but I am leaning towards the Road Glide. The weight of the fairing on the forks was one of my gripes with my old FLH. I would appreciate any input that this forum has to offer. I will be making my new purchase this Spring. I am leaning towards new, but I am open to a good used bike. Thanks
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.. welcome to the Forums
ps: the >'09s are great machines, you won't be disappointed.
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For me, a stereo was a major factor in my decision making. So the Streetglide was a natural choice. After 5 minutes of test riding the Streetglide, I knew that I found love and didn't want anything else.
I think, once you go for a test ride, you'll automatically know which is right for you?
I think, once you go for a test ride, you'll automatically know which is right for you?
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Welcome to the forum!
An 09 or later Road Glide is a great bike. I used to ride a '83 FLT Tour Glide. The shark nose fairing on the latest bikes is much lighter than the older ones.
An 09 or later Road Glide is a great bike. I used to ride a '83 FLT Tour Glide. The shark nose fairing on the latest bikes is much lighter than the older ones.
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Batwing or shark nose, there's no comparison to the older bikes, either will be a great choice. What you've heard about the 09 and above is correct, frame change, larger fuel tank, 6speed gear box, 96 or 103 motor...the difference over the older Touring models is substantial!
Batwing or shark nose, there's no comparison to the older bikes, either will be a great choice. What you've heard about the 09 and above is correct, frame change, larger fuel tank, 6speed gear box, 96 or 103 motor...the difference over the older Touring models is substantial!
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Road Warrior
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I also went from a FXDWG to a touring. Believe me, the ride on a touring bike is a night and day difference and it won't take long to get used to the extra weight.
You'll love it regardless of which one you get.
You'll love it regardless of which one you get.
