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  1. Sandi T

    Sandi T It's ride o'clock somewhere!
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    Aaack! Sorry, @learningtofly. No offense with the bike ID. I'm SO looking forward to seeing YOUR Sport Glide with the mods. :grinning:
     
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  2. alfie

    alfie Getting older but still going for it
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    So how many sleeps now? Are you getting excited yet?

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  3. learningtofly

    learningtofly He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!
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    I actually can’t sleep now o_O
     
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  4. Fork Lock

    Fork Lock Crème de la Crème

    'Merican Muscle - ROAR!
    Beautiful bike - AND in the fastest color!
    Had a few HD's in my youth. No brand snobbery here. What you ride doesn't matter - just ride!
    Lots of luck with it.
     
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  5. learningtofly

    learningtofly He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!
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    I'll just say this - it's a beast.

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  6. Dougie D

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    #46 Dougie D, Aug 19, 2022
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    Looks great! Loads of grunt :cool: you will find it is much more rewarding to ride than non cruiser bikes as they need more rider input :heart:
     
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  7. alfie

    alfie Getting older but still going for it
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    I bet you have a huge smile on your face. Enjoy the ride.

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  8. Wessa

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    Congratulations mate. Enjoy the new ride, which is going to be very different to your Triumph. :)
     
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  9. learningtofly

    learningtofly He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!
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    Yes, having put in the best part of 100 miles today I can already see (and feel) that.
     
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  10. learningtofly

    learningtofly He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!
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    I do, Alfie! :)
     
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  11. learningtofly

    learningtofly He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!
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    Thank you! I don't think it could be more different.
     
  12. Mrs Visor

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    How exciting - hope you have many miles of fun on it!!!
     
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  13. learningtofly

    learningtofly He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!
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    Thanks Mrs V :)
     
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  14. learningtofly

    learningtofly He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!
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    Another 60 miles on this beauty of a bike today (so the best part of 170 miles since picking it up). I feel like I'm beginning to understand what it's about, the things it excels at and the times you have to treat it with a bit of respect.

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  15. Sandi T

    Sandi T It's ride o'clock somewhere!
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    Wow, that bike is outstanding. It looks perfect, not at all like you purchased it used. I really like those S&S pipes. Sounds ike you're getting to know it. I'll be curious to read about what you think of it as you ride it more and more. One of the things I love most about my Harleys is the torque. I'm also in agreement with @Dougie D about how rewarding it is to ride a bike like this. I'm not sure how I'd clarify that...maybe that it's very "interactive". Enjoy!!! And please continue to keep us posted on your thoughts about your Sport Glide, @learningtofly!
     
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  16. learningtofly

    learningtofly He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!
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    It really is a minter, Sandi. Coincidentally, it was also sent to the detailer that I always use for a valet, ceramic coating and ACF-50 treatment, so it's in the best possible cosmetic condition with lots of protection on it.

    Agree with you regarding the torque (with its stage 2 I think this one should be about 172Nm, which is pretty impressive). I also know just what you mean when you say these bikes are "interactive"... I've certainly found that the Sport Glide requires a lot more user input than other bikes I've owned, and I love that about it.

    I'll write some kind of review when i have some more miles under my belt.
     
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  17. learningtofly

    learningtofly He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!
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    #57 learningtofly, Aug 29, 2022
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    Lovely ride into Essex for a spot of breakfast this morning, and found myself parked up next to a Road King and an R9T!

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    Couldn't resist stopping on the way home...

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  18. Sandi T

    Sandi T It's ride o'clock somewhere!
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    Your bike is looking good, @learningtofly! Are you continuing to enjoy it? I hope so!

    BTW, I love that Road King. It's a Road King Special which I prefer head and shoulders above the Road King Standard. Both are great bikes but I prefer the stance and aesthetics of the Special version. It's very similar to the 2014 Road King CVO I used to have.
     
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  19. learningtofly

    learningtofly He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!
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    I’m absolutely loving it, Sandi. I’ve only managed about 400 miles so far but every one has been a delight. I’m definitely a cruiser at heart :)
     
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  20. learningtofly

    learningtofly He’s not the Messiah, he’s a very naughty boy!
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    The boys were in Epping again today!

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