Today went from softail to touring
#22
09-21-2008 | 11:59 PM
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Jul 2007
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From: Hoboken, New Jersey
Life is good when you dont even have to say "good by" to your old bike. Just hop on the new horse and ride away into the sunset! I kept my Softail when I bought my new Street Glide. I was not even going to leave the Softail at the dealer and ride the SG home....until I came to the realization that after I sign the paper work the SG would be just as much mine as the Softail. Needless to say, I road the Street Glide home, and went back the next day to pick up my SE Deuce! I hate letting any of my bikes sleep over someone elses house for the night.
PS: good luck with the new bike Bro....that is a sweet paint job. I wish you many happy healthy miles to come.....but now did you learn your lesson about taking in your older bike for service when your thinking about trading up!
PS: good luck with the new bike Bro....that is a sweet paint job. I wish you many happy healthy miles to come.....but now did you learn your lesson about taking in your older bike for service when your thinking about trading up!
#27
09-24-2008 | 07:10 PM
Road Master
Joined: Dec 2005
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From: California
So I ride to the dealer to get some work done on my '06 FLSTCI and start talking with the manager. Next thing I know, I have traded in my softail for an '08 Street Glide because I think I got a great deal. Anyway, here is my new ride and must say ... love the hell outta this bike already ... wife was shocked when I didn't even say goodbye to my softail I put so much sweat equity into. Paint scheme is #6/200
#28
09-24-2008 | 07:40 PM
Tourer
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 331
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From: Fuquay Varina, NC
Sweet paint scheme. #6 of 200, unlikely you will cross paths with another one. Enjoy......
Nice bike. Congratsulations to ya!
#30
09-24-2008 | 09:35 PM
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Congrats and you'll love it! Great long distance creature comfort. I made the transission about a year ago and I found the top heavy front fairing and top heavy rear tour pack (on my Ultra) a concern for slow speed handling. That said and once gotten use to, me and the Mrs have enjoyed thousands of miles of comfort and enjoyable riding.