I am 5'8" with 30 inseam. Can I purchase a 2008 Ultra Classic and handle it? What about when I have to push it back in reverse to park it. Does it have a reverse gear in the transmission? Otherwise I will have to go with Street Glide or Road Glide.
I am 5'8" with a 30" inseam too. I have an '06 'lectraglide classic. I wear Chippewa logger style boots with thick soles and a higher heel. I also have a Sundowner seat. It's not so hard backing it up. If you want a reverse gear you gotta go see a Honda dealer.
I am only 5'9 with a 30 inch inseam and I have put the Mustang solo seat on and I am almost flat footed on a 09 Ultra so if you have an 08 the Mustang would get you very close to flat footed. The Mustang solo is about as narrow as you will get between the legs and that helps you reach the ground better than anything.
I am 5' 10", 30 inch inseam. I did no motifications to my ride and I do just fine. I have been on 09 ultras and I believe they are a tad taller. If you already ride a big bike you will not have any problems. There are some seats that will lower you toward the ground.