I think there is a strong probability that the frames on the Touring Models, including the Trikes, will change in 2019 or 2020.

With the frame change to the Softails for 2018, it does not make any sense for HD to Not carry that "common core" frame over to the Touring line.

I think 2019 is more likely than 2020. But either way, I have decided what I am going to do.

I'm going to keep my 2014 TG, waiting to see if the frame change occurs on the 2019's. If it does, I will sell the '14 and get a '19.

If there is no frame change in 2019, I will add one year to my extended warranty on the '14 and wait to see if there is a frame change in '20. If there is, that is when I'll get a '20.

If not, then I will get a leftover '19 at that time. By then the 2014 will probably have well over 100k miles on it.

In the meantime, it is myself, Mary and the '14 for upcoming trips!




Kevin

 

Sounds like a plan. Curious why are you so tuned into a frame change?

 

I'm curious too, Kevin.

 

I have decided that my 14 tri glide is the one I keep until I am no longer capable of riding. I have 2 more years of extended warranty left.

 

I've learned you don't buy the first year of a change there are always things they correct the second year.

 

Our personal bikes are used as a test bed for product development...new frame means more R&D work.

Plus, if the Touring frame change is as significant at it was to the '18 Softails, that will be a plus.


I am completely happy with my '14 for me and Mary riding, but may need the the newer for work.



Yes, that is a good rule, but I may need to make an exception. The '14 was an exception, and I have not (knock on wood) had any issues because of it.

Kevin

 

Always like charging off new toys to R&D !!

 

Still gotta pay for them though, but we are quite fortunate that it is with non-taxed $ vs. after-tax $.

Kevin

 

My guess is there will be a frame change, as well as an engine change. Touring bikes will have a common frame with the Softails AND have the same dual counterbalanced engine.

 

does the new softail frame have the good ride that a touring framed bike has ?