Thinking on buying a 2012 Tri Glide - Pros & Cons?
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Thinking on buying a 2012 Tri Glide - Pros & Cons?
Been riding 2 wheelers for years and now because of my knee problems, i'm considering a trike. I really would like to hear some pros and cons on grabbing up this TG w/ 2500 miles on it. Reliability, comfort, heat, 2012 vs newer models?
Thanks in advance
Thanks in advance
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Nothing wrong with a 2012 TG, if that's what your budget allows. No warranty so you can do what you want to it and it's a simpler machine, with fewer things to go wrong with.
At 2500 miles, it's barely broken-in.
Trikes are lots of fun, just like a bike.They are a lateral move, not a step down.
At 2500 miles, it's barely broken-in.
Trikes are lots of fun, just like a bike.They are a lateral move, not a step down.
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Have you ridden one? Before investing any money take one for a long ride on a twisty, winding road. If at the end you still think it is for you buy it. 3 wheelers are a learning curve and take 500 miles or more to adjust to it. Some never do. I owned 2 TG's and they never stuck on me. Now with a FW I am liking it.
Nothing wrong with a 2012 that money can't change. Sorry to hear about your knee problem. Be sure to post up some pictures when you get it.
Nothing wrong with a 2012 that money can't change. Sorry to hear about your knee problem. Be sure to post up some pictures when you get it.
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Only 2500 miles? It's still in diapers. Not much to worry about except the tires are 8 years old. That's what I call a negotiating point. Twin Cams tend to run hot.Id donthe breather bypass as the first mod.DK Customs has everything you need for cooling and comfort.
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Have you ridden one? Before investing any money take one for a long ride on a twisty, winding road. If at the end you still think it is for you buy it. 3 wheelers are a learning curve and take 500 miles or more to adjust to it. Some never do. I owned 2 TG's and they never stuck on me. Now with a FW I am liking it.
Nothing wrong with a 2012 that money can't change. Sorry to hear about your knee problem. Be sure to post up some pictures when you get it.
Nothing wrong with a 2012 that money can't change. Sorry to hear about your knee problem. Be sure to post up some pictures when you get it.
I,ve only riden a freewheeler in the parking lot at HD dealership just to see how bit felt. Felt weird for sure wanted to lean and put my foot down.
I will take whatever the TG on a good ride before I purchase it no doubt.
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Sounds like a deal. Check up on if any recall issues were taken care of.
Don't let first impressions scare you off; they really are very stable and easy to drive once you get the hang of it. Just point the front wheel where you want to go and ignore all the odd sensations you're not used to. And watch the width at the gas pump! If you can reach out and touch it, you're too close!
Don't let first impressions scare you off; they really are very stable and easy to drive once you get the hang of it. Just point the front wheel where you want to go and ignore all the odd sensations you're not used to. And watch the width at the gas pump! If you can reach out and touch it, you're too close!
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I had the same problem with my knees and my age. I made the switch and went with a TG. I rode a HD Servi-Car back in the 60's so there was no problems in the transition.
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Sounds like a deal. Check up on if any recall issues were taken care of.
Don't let first impressions scare you off; they really are very stable and easy to drive once you get the hang of it. Just point the front wheel where you want to go and ignore all the odd sensations you're not used to. And watch the width at the gas pump! If you can reach out and touch it, you're too close!
Don't let first impressions scare you off; they really are very stable and easy to drive once you get the hang of it. Just point the front wheel where you want to go and ignore all the odd sensations you're not used to. And watch the width at the gas pump! If you can reach out and touch it, you're too close!
Much appreciated. Yes the deal is very tempting because its super clean and taken care of by previous owner. What about power? My 2013 SG would get up and go like a bullit when I opened it up. Im hearing different things about that.