Road Glide Ultra opinions needed
#21
03-28-2013 | 05:47 AM
Grand HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2009
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From: USE TO LIVE IN A SAFE AMERICA
Hmmm, I settled on a 13" windvest and its great with a 3/4. Never tried a full face. Now I WONDERS so I'll try it. That said no buffeting for me as I currently ride it, but I did go through several windshields. Wasn't as easy as my RK or my others.
Do you know what would happen if you cut the stock down just below your line of site? If it works, cheap fix... (bet you can find an used stock one cheap)
Do you know what would happen if you cut the stock down just below your line of site? If it works, cheap fix... (bet you can find an used stock one cheap)
PhotoRider,
Wind screens are like seats, you have to find the right one for you. I have been through the screen game. Like you I have the Windvest and it work wonders.
Anyway, I just wanted to post that I do have a stock tall Roadie screen that was cut down, and many more screens to get rid of.
GroupW,
That's because of the "Warp speed" that I can do on my Roadie!
YB
#22
03-28-2013 | 06:19 AM
Road Warrior
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,832
Likes: 3
From: North Georgia
You need to rent one. No one but you can be sure an RGU is the right bike. Plan a long weekend trip (miles are free) and go somewhere, at least 200 miles each way. Talk to the HD dealer, see if they will remburse the cost of the rental if buy a bike from them....
I love mine....
I love mine....
'11 RGU in solo mode:
Some folks try multiple shields... I went straight to the best. You either like the looks or you don't (kinda like the A-10 Warthog.)
I personally think it's a beutiful machine, built to be riden... I ride mine.
Can't say "I Love" the bike.... but I sure do "LOVE RIDING" it.
Best of luck with your decision.
Beav
#23
03-28-2013 | 06:32 AM
Road Captain
Joined: Feb 2013
Posts: 647
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From: Missousri
Got to agree with 09 YELLOWBIRD don't test drive it unless you're ready to buy. Something just overtakes you. It's like magic but only real. No explanation it just happens. You'll lose all your power of sensibility and be hooked. It'll happen
#24
03-28-2013 | 11:48 AM
Intermediate
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 43
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From: Palm Beach Gardens, FL
I traded my 07 Electraglide Ultra for a 12 RGU, won't look back now, the ride is amazing, long or short. My only dislikes were the windshield and the handlebars. Easy fix on both, heritage black bars and Long Ride Shields 14 in Mako. Cured the buffeting for me and my girl and gives me 3 in. pull back on the bars. As been stated do not ride one unless you are prepared to go home with her.
#25
03-28-2013 | 01:21 PM
Road Captain
Joined: Aug 2011
Posts: 538
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From: Florida
Be prepared to buy one when you return the rental, you're going to.
PS: Once you own one. If anyone ever starts to say something about headlights not turning ( it sounds stupid, but I have literally had multiple people bring it up to me as a legitimate concern of theirs), ignore them and walk away. Its not worth trying to explain the physics of cornering a motorcycle to them.
#26
03-28-2013 | 02:23 PM
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 3,371
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From: NorCal Rocklin
Hmmm, I settled on a 13" windvest and its great with a 3/4. Never tried a full face. Now I wonder so I'll try it. That said no buffeting for me as I currently ride it, but I did go through several windshields. Wasn't as easy as my RK or my others.
Do you know what would happen if you cut the stock down just below your line of site? If it works, cheap fix... (bet you can find an used stock one cheap)
Do you know what would happen if you cut the stock down just below your line of site? If it works, cheap fix... (bet you can find an used stock one cheap)
#27
03-28-2013 | 03:12 PM
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2009
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From: 3rd Stone From The Sun
I currently do not own a HD but I am giving serious consideration to buying the Road Glide Ultra. I do a lot of long range touring on my current bike, a Honda VTX 1800, and while I do like the VTX it does not have all the "bells and whistles" that would make it a true V-twin touring bike. It does not have cruise control, stereo system, self cancelling turn signals, or even a gas guage, go figure. I know the Gold Wing offers all that but I really want a V-twin which the GW is not. I am also considering the Victory Cross Country Touring bike. I have been told, however, that Victory does not hold their value very well. What I am looking for are the pros and, if any, cons of the Road Glide Ultra. All info is greatly appreciated.
Last edited by XKnight; 03-28-2013 at 03:14 PM.
#30
03-28-2013 | 06:08 PM
Tourer
Joined: Feb 2012
Posts: 284
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From: Kansas
I have a 2012 and love it. The fixed fairing did take a bit to get used too but I made the right decision I moved the tour pack back about 2 inches changed out the exhaust and put a race tuner in. Perfect fit for us. Taking it on a 4k miles ten day trip in May.