Has anyone gone from a bagger back to a...
#53
12-14-2008 | 04:42 AM
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2006
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From: Gulf Coast of Mississippi
I had an ElectraGlide way back when... Early 70's
I took the bags off... I took the windshield off...
Been having Sportsters, SuperGlides ever since...
I have a Bones now along with my Sportster...
I find I still ride the Sportster more... go figure...
Charlie D.
I took the bags off... I took the windshield off...
Been having Sportsters, SuperGlides ever since...
I have a Bones now along with my Sportster...
I find I still ride the Sportster more... go figure...
Charlie D.
#54
12-14-2008 | 09:03 AM
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 1,751
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From: USA
I've gone back and forth several times. I've owned two Road Glides but I prefer the ergos and the lighter weight of the Dynas. Yeah, you give up the softer suspension, storage and some wind protection, but to me, a Dyna feels as comfortable as pair of my favorite old tennis shoes.
#55
12-14-2008 | 09:24 AM
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 990
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From: lakeside ca.
I bought a 74 sporty as a basket case. I always wanted one, and at the time it was a cheap way to get on a Harley. At the time my daily ride was a 99 Honda Shadow Aero 1100. Before I finished the Sporty, however, I had an opportunity to get a deal on a used 01 Ultra. I grabbed the Ultra, and just recently finished my chop/restoration of the Sporty. Now I have the best of both.
#56
12-14-2008 | 09:44 AM
Cruiser
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 176
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From: redneck riveria
I have a 03 fxd and can do 600 mi in a day no prob on ruber mounted dyna. Do not understad why some have geezer glides or barkoloungers and just bar hop.As long as you pay for it ride what makes you happy
#57
12-14-2008 | 10:04 AM
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From: NC
Ok, that's what it feels like to you. I get what your saying there now..but now you got me with "just more like something to stay in town with"...lol. I ride my "lil" dyna all up and down the east coast and have 300-500 mile weekend rides almost every weekend. I guess it's a comfort thing you're talking about..but still I'm confused...I'd think that without the bags and the fairings and lowers and all the other stuff.. taken off your bike..it would be about the same as mine..help me understand better Mike, please..
#58
12-14-2008 | 10:29 AM
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From: North of Hell, South of Heaven
Not sure... In this economy, prudence is key. My FDX is paid for and I finally found what was causing the annoying buzz in the bars/pegs/seat. I may add some detacheable bags and ride it a few more years...
#59
12-14-2008 | 10:44 AM
Road Captain
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 539
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From: Penna
I am fortunate enough to have 2 bikes in my stable.....so no decision for me . A custom chopper and SG for when I need to take the wifey along. The rest are right....best of both worlds and I love both of them. If I had to make a choice it would probably be keep the SG...lot less hassles and can do alot more long distance riding. But then again 
the chopper is way more fun .
the chopper is way more fun .
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