Hello from California
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Joined: Mar 2009
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From: Fremont, Ca
Hello from California
I finally took the plunge and joined your form. I have been poking around this form from time to time and it seems like a great group of folks that have one thing in common, they love their Harleys, (as do I).
I have been riding bikes on and off since high school. Harleys since 1999. My 1st Harley was a 1200 custom. I am currently riding a 2001 FXDL that has had a lot of work done, its a sweet bike but I am getting the bug for a touring bike - SG, RG or EG.
I am struggling with a decision between these bikes.
I like the SG because it seems to fit me better (Im 57/160lbs), plus I like the looks of the bike. But I do need to add a tour pack for those 3-5 day camping trips I go on twice a/yr, (about 1,500miles ea).
I like the RG because of the comfort level on those long trips and cruise control is a must and its standard on the RG
The EG because of the cost, I get the tour pack (detachable) and cruise control.
I go on 3-5 day rides a couple of times a year (1 up). The wife likes to go on shorter rides, in addition I ride the twisties every Friday with friends.
All said - A radio, cruise control and some additional wind buffeting sure would be nice.
I was hoping to get some feed back from the vast experience of folks from this form.
BTW I am 55 and I think comfort is starting to edge out coolness to a degree.
I look forward to talking Harleys
Cheers,
Rick
I have been riding bikes on and off since high school. Harleys since 1999. My 1st Harley was a 1200 custom. I am currently riding a 2001 FXDL that has had a lot of work done, its a sweet bike but I am getting the bug for a touring bike - SG, RG or EG.
I am struggling with a decision between these bikes.
I like the SG because it seems to fit me better (Im 57/160lbs), plus I like the looks of the bike. But I do need to add a tour pack for those 3-5 day camping trips I go on twice a/yr, (about 1,500miles ea).
I like the RG because of the comfort level on those long trips and cruise control is a must and its standard on the RG
The EG because of the cost, I get the tour pack (detachable) and cruise control.
I go on 3-5 day rides a couple of times a year (1 up). The wife likes to go on shorter rides, in addition I ride the twisties every Friday with friends.
All said - A radio, cruise control and some additional wind buffeting sure would be nice.
I was hoping to get some feed back from the vast experience of folks from this form.
BTW I am 55 and I think comfort is starting to edge out coolness to a degree.
I look forward to talking Harleys
Cheers,
Rick
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Good intro. Best of luck with your choice. Welcome from central Washington. You've arrived at the best forum around. More to learn and read here than anywhere else, plus great people. Glad to have you. Geezer
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From: Royal Tunbridge Wells Kent UK
Hi Rick firstly welcome from over here. I'm 52 ride an EG and love it. It attracts loads of attention here and best of all I can still walk after riding it!LOL
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From: Mile 49.5 Alaska Hwy. B.C.
They are all cool, my daughter say's my Ultra Classic is for 'ol boys......so what I ain't no spring chicken any more and man I think my bike is way cool!
I got tunes, snacks, refeshments, swim suit, etc. all on board with the big touring bike and love it!
Just need spring to arrive soon.....shucks. Welcome!
I got tunes, snacks, refeshments, swim suit, etc. all on board with the big touring bike and love it!
Just need spring to arrive soon.....shucks. Welcome!
