RG vs. ST
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10-17-2016 | 08:08 AM
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10-17-2016 | 08:11 AM
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Different strokes for different folks....... Everybody is gonna tell you something different based on their opinions and experiences. I went and rode both to gain my own perspective and it wasn't even close. After being on the Road Glide for 5 minutes I was sold. Somebody might say the same thing about a street Glide. If your gonna shell out all that $$$ don't take somebody else's word find out for yourself!!!
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10-17-2016 | 09:41 AM
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you guys arent helping me much!! lol i was hoping for an overwhelming direction one way or another. i do think that renting a road glide for a weekend is a great idea, im definitely going to do that!! it does seen the for every roadglide i find for sale there are ten street glides. whats up with that? were the production number that different??
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10-17-2016 | 10:22 AM
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10-17-2016 | 10:38 AM
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Originally Posted by rbm33
you guys arent helping me much!! lol i was hoping for an overwhelming direction one way or another.
Like you said, rent one. The dealer can apply the rental to the purchase. But then again, with a King, you can add a detachable fairing whenever you want.
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10-17-2016 | 05:08 PM
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So I'm one of the few that own one of each. I enjoy both bikes. I'm 6'2" and the RG is less cramped but bit clumsier in slower speed riding. At highway speeds, RG is maybe a little more stable. I've taken both bikes on 1000 mile one way trips and enjoyed them both. I don't really think its as big a difference in ride as some make it out to be. Ergonomics are a bit different and fixed vs handlebar mounted fairing seems to matter to some. I can jump off one bike and on to the other and feel completely at home.
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10-17-2016 | 05:21 PM
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10-17-2016 | 05:23 PM
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It all falls to personal preference. If possible rent a road glide for a day and get to know it on a personal level, 200 miles or so, you will know which one u like better. If renting is out then look to dealer or individual that may have one you can test ride, go for a nice long test ride.
I am pro street glide , electra glide I am 5'9" and the bat wing gives me better wind protection, I like the fact my hands are behind the fairing when it is 45 degrees or less, and I can hear my radio at 90 on the interstate, I have a 2000 ultra classic, a friend of mine bought a 2012 road glide and had me ride it home from the dealer, I was excited to ride the brand new rg, it took me about 1 mile to wish I was on my 00 ultra, and when I started getting over 45 mph It got worse. Wind noise was awful I couldn't hear the radio over 45. He has added taller wind screen, speakers and other items and he loves it. Everyone is different, My best advice is RIDE ONE.
I am pro street glide , electra glide I am 5'9" and the bat wing gives me better wind protection, I like the fact my hands are behind the fairing when it is 45 degrees or less, and I can hear my radio at 90 on the interstate, I have a 2000 ultra classic, a friend of mine bought a 2012 road glide and had me ride it home from the dealer, I was excited to ride the brand new rg, it took me about 1 mile to wish I was on my 00 ultra, and when I started getting over 45 mph It got worse. Wind noise was awful I couldn't hear the radio over 45. He has added taller wind screen, speakers and other items and he loves it. Everyone is different, My best advice is RIDE ONE.
