Heritage vs. DeLuxe
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08-19-2014 | 01:03 PM
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I think...
#23
08-19-2014 | 01:47 PM
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My wife has a Deluxe, and I have a Fatboy. The front end on hers is lighter and easier to turn than mine. But, the Deluxe has a lower suspension, hence less shock travel. I would not want the Deluxe for 2 up riding. She NEVER rides with a passenger, so it is ok for her. I think it would bottom out with 2 full size adults on it....We use my Fatty when she does not feel like riding her own. (which is not often)
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08-19-2014 | 03:24 PM
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08-19-2014 | 04:25 PM
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08-19-2014 | 04:58 PM
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I only want the bags and windshield for longer trips. Around town I want it to look like yours. This would be a no brainer if the Heritage came with quick disconnect bags.
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08-19-2014 | 05:00 PM
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I went through this process this past spring. Clearly, my priorities are probably different from yours, but that being said, what helped me is the following:
- visiting and talking with the folks at the dealer several times
- test driving several bikes several times
- asking lots of questions on this forum
- what bike 'moves you'
Everything is a compromise.....Good luck.
Ride safe.
- visiting and talking with the folks at the dealer several times
- test driving several bikes several times
- asking lots of questions on this forum
- what bike 'moves you'
Everything is a compromise.....Good luck.
Ride safe.
#29
08-19-2014 | 05:14 PM
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08-19-2014 | 05:22 PM
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Okay, we're all allowed one dumb question, so here's mine...
I'm not buying a new bike any time soon, but I'm certainly allowed my fantasies, and I love these two Softails. But, I'm trying to figure out the difference in base price.
The Heritage includes the studded leather saddlebags, backrest, and detachable windshield, which together are at least $1,250-$1,500 worth of options, but the price is only $250 more than the DeLuxe. Obviously, the MoCo ain't in the business of giving stuff away, so...
What are the key differences between the two models, other than the bags, backrest, and windshield? They have different mufflers, but that ain't a grand difference. Whitewalls?
What am I missing?
I'm not buying a new bike any time soon, but I'm certainly allowed my fantasies, and I love these two Softails. But, I'm trying to figure out the difference in base price.
The Heritage includes the studded leather saddlebags, backrest, and detachable windshield, which together are at least $1,250-$1,500 worth of options, but the price is only $250 more than the DeLuxe. Obviously, the MoCo ain't in the business of giving stuff away, so...
What are the key differences between the two models, other than the bags, backrest, and windshield? They have different mufflers, but that ain't a grand difference. Whitewalls?
What am I missing?