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10-08-2009, 12:22 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Posts: 25
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FLHTC, FLHX or FLHXXX
I've narrowed my replacement choice to 1 of 3, so I'm tossing this out for opinions.
I like the HTC for it's completeness, comfy backrest for my spouse and plenty storage room (I'd change the Tour Pack mount to a quick-release).
I like the HX for the no-nonsense good looks. 2-1 pipes are a plus, I had those on order for my FLHR. I'm pretty sure the backrest and rack I have will fit this bike.
The trike is a hoot! I test drove one and love it. Not sure if I will soon miss the leaning and just plain fun of the twisties if I go to a 3-wheeler.
Most of my riding is short runs, <200 miles at a time. Lots of around town stuff. I hope to take on long ride at least annually, 3000+ miles. Since November last year, I racked up 13,500 miles on my FLHR. It's gone but not forgotten.
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10-08-2009, 03:47 PM
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when did it start 4u
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Knoxvegas
Posts: 1,143
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buy a ultra imo bc all that crap somes off and you wont find your self wanting it if you got the money buy it
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10-10-2009, 02:35 AM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Aug 2009
Location: Nashua NH
Posts: 14
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that is my struggle to for a new bike
I'm currently struggling with the same decision, right now I am trying to see if my local dealer can get me a "Shriners Jester" edition ultra because its "Concord Purple", if not, I am either going to go for the Streetglide in White Ice Pearl/Black Ice Pearl or get black and the body work painted in the HD "California Kid" flame paint job.
Its time to replace my Heritage, just turned 104K on Tuesday.
Last edited by roycet4 : 10-10-2009 at 11:08 AM.
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10-10-2009, 08:27 AM
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Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: Gladys, VA
Posts: 961
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Ultra would be my recommendation 
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2009 FLHTCU Ultra Classic Electra Glide - Vivid Black
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10-10-2009, 10:59 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2008
Location: Wichita, Kansas
Posts: 162
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I never thought i would own a bagger, and my friend wanted to sell his 1998 FLHTC.. I bought it, and have put on 3,000 miles in September alone.. I still ride my FXDL, but now it is getting cold, the FLHTC will be nice...
I thought I might remove the tour pak, making it more like a street glide, but you know, I like the storage...
tibadoe,,, Is that a Boxer Pup??? Our last one passed a year ago, and have been itching to get another... It would be our 6th.. each have lasted about 10 years of age... last one passed because of lymphoma.. Great Dogs..
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10-13-2009, 02:04 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Posts: 9
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I just purchased a Street Glide this past weekend. It was a choice between the Road King, Electra Glide and the Street Glide. My wife really liked the back seating of the Electra and the looks of the Road King, but I really love the lines of the SG. So we compromised (and I'm paying for it so I really had final say :-)) and got the SG. I'm going to fix the back with a new seat and back rest for her. but then I can put the original seat on for solo rides to keep the lines sleek.
Either one you choose, it's going to be a great choice. You won't lose on any of them.
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10-13-2009, 06:20 PM
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bongo tuner
Join Date: May 2009
Location: New England
Posts: 882
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jacket4256
buy a ultra imo bc all that crap somes off and you wont find your self wanting it if you got the money buy it
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+1 on that.
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10-15-2009, 10:49 AM
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I'm a Vagitarian
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Hamilton, Canada
Posts: 503
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-1 on the trike.
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10-18-2009, 11:47 PM
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Member
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Sooner State
Posts: 31
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Jacket4256
buy a ultra imo bc all that crap somes off and you wont find your self wanting it if you got the money buy it
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I agree..
I wanted SG or RK and dealer encouraged me to get Ultra and I'm so glad I did.. a little more money but a whole lot more flexibility.. |
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