New models vs older models' problems
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New models vs older models' problems
For those that have had problems on a new Rushmore, did you have problems on earlier, say 2011-2013, models. I am looking at getting back on a HD in about 3 months after rehab for surgery, but am a little concerned about some of the "bugs" that are being worked out. Got a coast to coast trip planned for April and really don't want to get stranded for a week and ruin the trip.
If you have had no problems please chime in as well.
Thanks
If you have had no problems please chime in as well.
Thanks
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Other than a leaky shock absorber (minor problem), no problems here. Got my Rushmore Road King in March and it has 3200 miles on it now. I've got a long trip planned for next summer too, so I am also interested in this thread. It would be good to have a "heads up" if there is a recurring, common problem, but I doubt there is one.
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I have a '14 HD touring bike. I have 11.3K on it. I wouldn't hesitate to ride it coast-to-coast.
My perspective is, if I could buy a '13 or a '14, all things being equal I'd buy the 14 (or 15). There were too many significant improvements to what they're calling the 'Rushmore' to opt for an earlier bike if given the choice.
That said, I wouldn't trade off a later model touring bike, e.g., a '13, simply to have a '14 or later. For what you'd lose, I don't count the improvements worth it.
As for troubles, there are a couple of recalls on the '14 that've gone down. I never owned a new bike that didn't have a recall, or two.
Good luck with it whatever you choose.
Alan
My perspective is, if I could buy a '13 or a '14, all things being equal I'd buy the 14 (or 15). There were too many significant improvements to what they're calling the 'Rushmore' to opt for an earlier bike if given the choice.
That said, I wouldn't trade off a later model touring bike, e.g., a '13, simply to have a '14 or later. For what you'd lose, I don't count the improvements worth it.
As for troubles, there are a couple of recalls on the '14 that've gone down. I never owned a new bike that didn't have a recall, or two.
Good luck with it whatever you choose.
Alan
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