I switched from a fxdb (street bob) to an flhx. it made 2 up riding on longer trips easier for things like storage, radio, etc. but like some one before me said if smooth ride is your main concern definately test ride a clasic also. form what i understand the taller shock does make the ride a little smoother and the seat on the flhx is not as big/padded as the clasic. Can't go wrong either way though.

 

Major differences between the 03 and 09 even the same bike. 09 glides have a new frame.

 

Welcome from Vancouver B.C. CANADA

 

I demoed a RK last month a HD days... felt the same way about the RK,, Didn't feel it rode any better, and bottom line is I'll keep the Heritage.....

 

I had a 2003 FLSTC Heritage and replaced it with a Road King Classic (same chassis as a Street Glide). In terms of ride quality, I have to to say the difference is like comparing a Cadillac suspension to a Chervolet suspension. The RKC is awesome as a tourer but the Heritage is no slouch either. I've used the Heritage as a tourer and it's also great. Truth be told, I still think the Heritage is the best looking bike made by the MOCO and one last thing about the Heritage: Like the fact that it feels that you're sitting in the bike as opposed to on it. Just my .02 cents.

 

Welcome from central Washington. Great people here, tons of info and alot of usable knowledge. Enjoy yourself. Geezer

 

Welcome to the forum, from the Foothills of the Ozark Mountains in central Arkansas.