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[nytryder]

I have been on sharks since 08. My 2015 CVORGU is by far the best motorcycle I have ever ridden. I have been on Bats off and on for short distances and was comfortable. For 6-800 mi days back to back over 2-3 weeks the RG has been comfortable. Individual comfort on a motorcycle will be different from person to person. For myself the RG bikes have always been my pick. Hope this helps.

[Fired00d]

I am talking to 3 Dealers right now. Looking for the best deal. My go to Dealer has no CVO Road Glides. The Dealer I now have the most faith in is also where I bought Sapphire. He is eager to sell me a bike. He also has two colors Red and Blue. The other two Dealers only have the blue in stock. We are already talking about what mods to do to the bike. Still on the fence but I am leaning to NEW!!!! I still have all of the motor upgrades for Sapphire. I was doing a 113 build from the ground up including an S&S rotating assembly!!! So I should know by early next week.

Thank you all for the advice. It seems the Shark is the CHIT!!!!

Be Safe

THE DAWG

So... you going to get rid of one/both batwings?? If "ole punkin" is one of them let me know... I know you got a bunch of parts (new & take off) I might need/want.

 
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 

[doublerunner]

When I got married and started my own business, all my toys had to go. During that period I always dreamed of the bat fairing and having an ultra classic. Bought  a used one, then traded up to a new one, in fact it was a cvo new one. Dealer and friends told me I should look at a road glide, but I was stubborn and refused to listen. Then one day I rode my cousins road glide.... and everything changed. By the way, red is the best color... and the fastest

[SBB]

Dawg

I have both and love both of them.
If I was to buy another it would be a toss up with the deciding factor being which one looked best in blue.
Try one, it's a great bike. But what do I know, my Wing is blue also.
Buy what you want, you don't have any baggage to hold you back.
Ride and be happy.


SBB

[popsracing]

Once you go Shark you'll never go Bat again.

[gadgetz]

I'm considering the same thing; switching to a Shark from a Bat. My only issue is whether to buy older model or newer model. Good luck in your pursuit. If you do buy a Shark, I'd be interested to hear your impression on riding it versus the Bats you own now.




 

[SBB]

I'm considering the same thing; switching to a Shark from a Bat. My only issue is whether to buy older model or newer model. Good luck in your pursuit. If you do buy a Shark, I'd be interested to hear your impression on riding it versus the Bats you own now.

If you are considering an older shark here is one of the best.
http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=100383.msg1306223#new
You have met the owner of this bike.
If interested I can fill in the details for you. Just call me.


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[BDMastiff]

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[gadgetz]

If you are considering an older shark here is one of the best.
http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=100383.msg1306223#new
You have met the owner of this bike.
If interested I can fill in the details for you. Just call me.


SBB

Thanks, was looking at an 09 Orange and Black though.

[SHRK2TH]

Wish you luck on your decision.  Grew up with Honda Yamaha with Wind Jammer fairings.
First Harley was an 09 SG, 6 months later traded for the FLTRSXE CVO, wouldnt go backwards
again...

[barrhill]

 I struggled with my RGC [2012 cvo maple] for a while with wind buffeting causing headache after big days +500 mile days.
have seven windshields in my collection 
got a madstadd and I will never look back 

[Twolanerider]

Have had lots of opportunity to go from RG to EG to RK back and forth all on even the same day. So same wind conditions and everything else.  At least for me the best long day over-the-road bike is the RG. 

[DCFIREMANN]

Thanks Twolane!!!!  Chip if I buy I want new. Main reason is improvements in the motor componets and the new electronics. I'm just waiting for the Stealers to come up with the deal. They all know I am shopping and they all know where I am shopping. Soooooo I guess by Monday I should know what I am doing.

Thanks again for all of the input.

Be Safe

THE DAWG

[lowflight]

Find one to rent for a few days and after that all you need to decide is what color Shark you will get.

[BigLew55]

The best advice is to try one!

I bought a 2003 FLHX new and spent more money on windshields and seats than gas.  BSR hated it, and I wasn't impressed with the wind buffeting.

I changed it over to a batwing after 2 years and it was the best money I spent on that ride.

I haven't ridden the '15s, but I'd be hard pressed to give up the comfort of my batwing for the big miles.

Just my $.02.  Like I said, ride one and form your own opinion, because none of use know what you want out of your bike.