Roadglide

Davel · Mar 17, 2022

So, having just bought a lovely four year old RKS, I took it to Chester HD for a few minor things.

Whilst there I took a demo Roadglide for a spin and really enjoyed it.

Has anyone got one or ridden one and got any thoughts?

I loved it for the test run so having another try tomorrow

Doris · Mar 17, 2022

Davel said:
So, having just bought a lovely RKS, I took it to Chester HD for a few minor things.

Whilst there I took a demo Roadglide for a spin and really enjoyed it.

Has anyone got one or ridden one and got any thoughts?

I loved it for the test run so having another try tomorrow

I ride a “tweaked” one on occasion….a fantastic bike….

Big Si · Mar 17, 2022

Davel said:
So, having just bought a lovely four year old RKS, I took it to Chester HD for a few minor things.

Whilst there I took a demo Roadglide for a spin and really enjoyed it.

Has anyone got one or ridden one and got any thoughts?

I loved it for the test run so having another try tomorrow

It's started...................

Arsey · Mar 17, 2022

Try an Indian Challenger too if you can.
I think you’ll find it will run rings around a Road Glide.

luckylucian · Mar 18, 2022

So we might see an RKS for sale soon?

Davel · Mar 18, 2022

Erm yes / no / perhaps :blast

Really tempted

Robbo1200ADV · Mar 18, 2022

Yes had one in 2000. Big old lump and heavy in town . Good Motorway muncher Loved the big ariel and Radio 4 !!

Toddmeister · Mar 18, 2022

I looked at a RoadGlide today as was at the Dealers getting an MOT on the RKS. Much nicer in the flesh than in photos, and I would imagine they are great for long distances at higher speeds.

I really like the option to have no fairing/windshield for the summer though, so the RKS is a much better choice for me as I just take the windsplitter screen off.

I also happened across a Street Glide in full CVO trim, and that was very nice too!

Davel · Mar 18, 2022

That’s a very good point, I hadn’t thought about that.
Weight wise, there doesn’t seem to be much difference I don’t think

Doc · Mar 18, 2022

Worth it just to listen to radio 4.

Doris · Mar 18, 2022

Robbo1200ADV said:
Yes had one in 2000. Big old lump and heavy in town . Good Motorway muncher Loved the big ariel and Radio 4 !!

The latest versions are really really good distance bikes and feel light enough round town…

Big Si · Mar 18, 2022

Road Glide Special (in running order) 387 kg

Road King Special (as above) 366 kg

According to H-D website

Indian Challenger (in running order) 377 kg

TOG · Mar 18, 2022

I traded a RK for a Roadglide. Great bike and well comfy. Bit big for round town but have to say I loved it. Certainly grabbed people’s attention. I took mine abroad and it was faultless. 103 CI was plenty of power.

Davel · Mar 18, 2022

Cheers All…

Arsey · Mar 18, 2022

Big Si said:
Road Glide Special (in running order) 387 kg

Road King Special (as above) 366 kg

According to H-D website

Indian Challenger (in running order) 377 kg

Yet the Challenger packs about 40 more bhp than the HDs, comes with a riding position not designed for an oompah loompah and has decent suspension

Big Si · Mar 18, 2022

Arsey said:
Yet the Challenger packs about 40 more bhp than the HDs, comes with a riding position not designed for an oompah loompah and has decent suspension

All true

Arsey · Mar 18, 2022

Big Si said:
All true

And REALLY handles

twizzle · Mar 18, 2022

But………

It’s…….

Not……

A

Harley……

Arsey · Mar 18, 2022

And

It

Shows

Davel · Mar 20, 2022

Would it need a Stage ! do you think

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