Topic: CVO Limited Just Doesn't Fit (Read 7340 times)

robinswl · « **on:** February 14, 2014, 06:37:13 PM »

Okay, so I'm 6'6". I've been riding a Heritage Softail for 10 years and, while it's been a wonderful machine that's given me no trouble at all, it's time to move on. My wife doesn't like riding with me because she's not comfortable on the back of the Heritage during long trips so I want to get something that she would like also. I went in to the dealer today to seriously consider buying a CVO Limited off the showroom floor and it just didn't fit. The seat was too far forward, the handlebars hit my knees, and the brake pedal was positioned over my foot. The salesman immediately tried to steer me to something else. Looked at the Harley website and no options are available. This is probably the last motorcycle that I will ever buy and right now I'm pretty bummed because I can't get what I want. Am I beating a dead horse, or are there options available that won't require a total rebuild of the bike?

Fired00d · « **Reply #1 on:** February 14, 2014, 07:02:33 PM »

A Road Glide may fit you better... not a current model this year (2014) and not sure if there will be another in the future (MoCo is

on that subject), however the fairing of that model is further away from the rider and may fit you better. Anything w/a Batwing fairing on it is probably going to fit you the same other than changing out the seat, handlebars, brake pedal, on, and on....

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

2018_FLTRXSE · « **Reply #2 on:** February 14, 2014, 07:06:29 PM »

ask the dealer if they have a tallboy seat in stock and try it for fitment....

Heatwave · « **Reply #3 on:** February 14, 2014, 07:26:49 PM »

I think if you combine the tall boy seat with kuryakyn floorboard extenders, I think you'll be ok. I'm 6'4" and the floorboard extenders made the seating position just fine for me.

Rooster · « **Reply #4 on:** February 14, 2014, 08:59:36 PM »

Man I wish I could take some of that extra inseam off your hands

Supershooter · « **Reply #5 on:** February 14, 2014, 09:02:59 PM »

Changing handlebars is a common mod even for short guys, it fixes all kinds of figment issues.
Supershooter

FXDFSE · « **Reply #6 on:** February 14, 2014, 09:40:16 PM »

If you are 6'6", how did you make the FLSTC fit? The rider triangle on the FLSTC is much smaller than the FLHTKSE.

I would look at a Corbin seat first - it will move you back and down. I also agree that the FLTRU may be better for your size.

Jswerve · « **Reply #7 on:** February 14, 2014, 09:58:53 PM »

I'm a foot shorter and on my 3rd set of handlebars. We all tend to have to make the bikes fit us.

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King Glide · « **Reply #8 on:** February 14, 2014, 10:53:00 PM »

As stated above, the tall boy seat should make all the difference.

SDCVO · « **Reply #9 on:** February 14, 2014, 11:48:08 PM »

I am 6.3 and had a Softail for 16 years and when I went to get my RG in 2012 I felt the exact same way but really wanted a bagger. First thing I did was change the bars to 12 inch Chubby's, new seat and the FB extenders. Even after all that it still did not feel right at first but after a few weeks it started to become more natural until after a couple of months it felt perfect. When I went to go ride my softail after keeping it parked for a coupe of months I couldn't believe it but after all those years it didn't feel right anymore. I ended up putting it up for sale the next day and have loved my RG for the last 17000 miles.

CVO Aqua-Glider · « **Reply #10 on:** February 14, 2014, 11:57:08 PM »

Yep, a new seat that moves you back and a new break pedal should do the trick. Handlebars are an easy adjustment too. I'm 6'4" 34" inseam and the bike fits me pretty well, although I would like to get some bars that come back further. Another option is to check out the Victory Cross Country. It's the best bike I've ever found for a big guy. Loads of room to move around and be comfortable. It will also handle better that the Harley. Good luck in your search.

CowboyBagger · « **Reply #11 on:** February 15, 2014, 12:02:11 AM »

Just put on a new seat, bars and extenders. After about 30 days it will feel totally natural and you'll never go back to a softail.

Cowboy

robinswl · « **Reply #12 on:** February 15, 2014, 11:29:08 AM »

Thanks all for your comments and suggestions. Think part of the problem I was having was with the salesman. Made me feel like I was wasting his time. I'll visit with another dealership to see if they are a little more willing to work with me.

Jswerve · « **Reply #13 on:** February 15, 2014, 12:32:22 PM »

Quote from: robinswl on February 15, 2014, 11:29:08 AM

Thanks all for your comments and suggestions. Think part of the problem I was having was with the salesman. Made me feel like I was wasting his time. I'll visit with another dealership to see if they are a little more willing to work with me.

For sure don't give that clown a penny of your hard earned money. Good luck!

Kingspoke · « **Reply #14 on:** February 16, 2014, 06:58:59 PM »

I agree with Jswerve! These are some very expensive bikes and the guy doesn't have time to see you're 100% comfortable? F him get another salesman and/or dealership! The '15 RG is right around the corner & will be worth the wait if you have a bike now.

Vstrut · « **Reply #15 on:** February 16, 2014, 11:09:51 PM »

I totally understand your problem. I just purchased a 2014 CVO Limited and it's a little tight for me and I'm only 6.0. I also have a 2011 Street Glide with a Corbin Seat and it's been a great road bike. My wife and I have taken a number of trips (3000+ miles) and it's done fine. A little tight for my wife (she's 5'7) but a good fit for me. It has a detachable tour pac we use on long runs. I think it would work well for you with some extended controls and the right seat. You also get a lot of the bells and whistles that come with the Ultra.

Hope this helps.

Bigfoot16 · « **Reply #16 on:** March 02, 2014, 09:54:35 PM »

I totally understand your situation. I had 2 Heritages before I bought my CVO. I'm only 6'5", but have a 36" inseam and a size 16 boot. The extended floorboards were a must and the tall boy seat helped a lot too. I also went with 12" apes to get rid of the cramped up feeling. As has been stated, find a dealership that will work with you, they can make just about any bike fit anybody. Just try different demo seats and configurations and you will get comfortable.

Mr D · « **Reply #17 on:** March 03, 2014, 10:37:19 AM »

Quote from: robinswl on February 15, 2014, 11:29:08 AM

Thanks all for your comments and suggestions. Think part of the problem I was having was with the salesman. Made me feel like I was wasting his time. I'll visit with another dealership to see if they are a little more willing to work with me.

Where are you located?

robinswl · « **Reply #18 on:** March 03, 2014, 09:20:34 PM »

I'm located in Texas. I actually went back to the same dealership based on the urging of a good friend who works there and we tried again. The salesman offered a good trade on my Heritage but we couldn't get the numbers to work. They wanted significantly over the MSRP for the CVO Limited. I bought my Heritage from that dealership and have done most of my business with them over the last ten years however, I'm not a loyal enough customer to pay them a premium when I believe I can find a better deal down the road. We parted friends and I'm busy trying to cut that deal down the road...

Jswerve · « **Reply #19 on:** March 03, 2014, 09:48:41 PM »

Quote from: robinswl on March 03, 2014, 09:20:34 PM

I'm located in Texas. I actually went back to the same dealership based on the urging of a good friend who works there and we tried again. The salesman offered a good trade on my Heritage but we couldn't get the numbers to work. They wanted significantly over the MSRP for the CVO Limited. I bought my Heritage from that dealership and have done most of my business with them over the last ten years however, I'm not a loyal enough customer to pay them a premium when I believe I can find a better deal down the road. We parted friends and I'm busy trying to cut that deal down the road...

That sucks. No loyalty for good customers. Greed!

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Vstrut · « **Reply #20 on:** March 06, 2014, 11:09:31 PM »

Don't mean to beat a dead horse, but I'm in Texas too. Houston area. I shopped the 2014 CVO Ultra all over town. Not one dealer would cut me a good deal. Everybody wanted 3 - 5k over MSRP. I was in San Antonio on business and walked into the Alamo HD dealership. Sales guy's name was Danny. Good kid. Anyway, they initially sold me the 2014 CVO Ultra Limited for MSRP plus gave me 18k on my 2011 Street Glide.

Before we finalized the paperwork, my wife asked me not to get rid of the Street Glide as she has a lot of good memories w/me on that bike. So I took the SG off the table and ended up paying them MSRP for the CVO. I only share that with you cause you can probably get them down under MSRP since they were giving me 18K for the SG.

Good luck, you will love the CVO Ultra Limited!

FlaHeatWave · « **Reply #21 on:** March 11, 2014, 08:42:33 PM »

The Road Glide fairing is way out there, whereas the Batwing feels right in your face after getting off of the Road Glide, 'am fortunate to love them both... the seating positions are about the same 'just the RG feels like a bigger bike.
Doing the seat, floorboard extenders and bars, should get you comfy on either one... 6'4" 34"

A victory... Really???

robinswl · « **Reply #22 on:** March 11, 2014, 09:28:31 PM »

Too bad they dropped the Roadglide for 2014. Supposed to pick up my Limited tomorrow. I'm having the Tallboy handlebars installed because it is clear the stock ones aren't going to work. I'm also extending the floorboards and changing out the brake pedal with a smaller one to provide more foot room. I think part of it is getting used to the new ride.

Vstrut · « **Reply #23 on:** March 11, 2014, 10:11:17 PM »

Congrats! You will love the bike!

newseultra07 · « **Reply #24 on:** March 12, 2014, 09:02:59 AM »

There were 2 CVO limited's at Caliente HD in San Antonio as of 2 days ago. Had 1 blue and silver and orange. And they are an MSRP dealer. Ask for Mack Webster. Tell him Terry sent ya. I bought a Blue CVO limited from him. Good dealer.

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