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Dec 28, 2011 | 09:52 AM

#11

ceebaileys

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From: Montebello, CA

Welcome from sunny S. CAlifornia

Dec 28, 2011 | 10:24 AM

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jeffreydsilver

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From: WPB, FL

Welcome Aboard

Welcome aboard from NJ!

Just my .02 but put a lower seat on the Road King (you'll probably want to change it out anyhow), find some bars that fit you right and put the miles on! IMHO - NOTHING does miles better than a tourer!

Dec 28, 2011 | 10:53 AM

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VTwin-Goodies

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From: SoCal

Welcome to the forum from a sunny Southern California.

Dec 28, 2011 | 11:55 AM

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Jackie Paper

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From: Honah Lee

Welcome from Virginia....

Dec 28, 2011 | 12:17 PM

#15

mcdonder

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Joined: Jul 2011

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From: South Lyon, MI

I rented a RK in Sedona a few years back, and although the bike and the ride was great I am only 5'7", so leg length was a small but apparent issue.

Any motorcycle can be altered to fit you. Handlebar, risers, foot rests, front and rear heights, the seat, or any combination might make the Road King more comfortable for you. Whatever you choose, it's important that you feel at ease and in control while riding.

Good Luck

Dec 28, 2011 | 07:41 PM

#16

TwoWheels4Me

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Stage II

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From: Connecticut

Thanks for all the input and welcomes. This has become one of my more scrutinized, thought about, pulled apart and put back together decisions ever. Thanks again for the input.