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Old 06-12-2012, 05:54 PM   #1
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Default Which Bike would you choose?

‎10 day trip. FL to DC. Luggage isn't an issue, there is a chase vehicle. I'm escorting a ride - I'm there as a support rider.

Out of the following bikes, which would you choose and why?

HD Electra-Glide, HD Street-Glide, HD Road King, HD Heritage Soft Tail, Honda ST1300.

These bikes are the ONLY choices.
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Old 06-12-2012, 06:07 PM   #2
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Road King or the ST1300... I'd probably go for the Road King because I've always liked them and would consider one if I hit the lottery.

Also, I've ridden an Electra-Glide and have no interest in a Street-Glide.
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Old 06-12-2012, 07:26 PM   #3
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Electra Glide.

I've ridden all except the Honda many miles.

The first 3 are essentially the same bike with varying amounts of stuff bolted on. If you are going to go big, go all the way.
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Old 06-12-2012, 09:34 PM   #4
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Electra Glide.

I've ridden all except the Honda many miles.

The first 3 are essentially the same bike with varying amounts of stuff bolted on. If you are going to go big, go all the way.
See but I disagree, she said she doesn't need storage... so get the SG.
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Old 06-12-2012, 08:32 PM   #5
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The Honda is probably much smoother.

Funny this should come up, I'm renting a Hardley this weekend for a little 2-up day trip.

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Pick the one with the most fringe.

Long fringe saves lives. (TM)

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Pick the one with the most fringe.

Long fringe saves lives. (TM)

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I've requested the ST.

I have to give them three choices. So it was ST then your option for fringe. I'm glad they have a sense of humor.

I know nothing about Harleys. I'm just thinking the seating position will kill me. But, it should be a good time non-the-less. Most of the people on the ride haven't done this before - that has me more concerned than my seating position.
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Old 06-13-2012, 08:18 AM   #9
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It's funny all you guys complaign about the cruiser position... that is my number one problem with the ST and zoom's BMW's. The mid and behind me controls are not comfortable. Ever look at a lazyboy chair, the position is similar to a cruiser seating position. I can do hours and hours in either...
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Old 06-13-2012, 04:03 PM   #10
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It's funny all you guys complaign about the cruiser position... that is my number one problem with the ST and zoom's BMW's. The mid and behind me controls are not comfortable. Ever look at a lazyboy chair, the position is similar to a cruiser seating position. I can do hours and hours in either...
probably doesnt help that youre only 4 feet tall
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