Topic: 2010 FLHTCUSE5 (Read 16866 times)

Thanks for the link to me they do not look as nice as the 09 offerings. The Steet Glide in my eyes the 04-05 SEEG's look better. But my my wife will like the Cobalt FLHXSE.

Brad

Fired00d · « **Reply #17 on:** July 25, 2009, 08:09:06 AM »

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Ride Safe,
Fired00d

RedDevil · « **Reply #18 on:** July 25, 2009, 08:35:56 AM »

Quote from: Fired00d on July 25, 2009, 08:07:15 AM

Pics...

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

Hmmmmm, new

Gary?

ice6900 · « **Reply #19 on:** July 25, 2009, 08:51:12 AM »

my stealer is posting pics on Facebook too! he and the cute clothing chic flew first class from Zurich to USA, no rescession over here is seems eh!!!!!

Fired00d · « **Reply #20 on:** July 25, 2009, 09:21:38 AM »

Quote from: RedDevil on July 25, 2009, 08:35:56 AM

Hmmmmm, new Gary?

It's nice, but nothing new for me at the moment.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

Fired00d · « **Reply #21 on:** July 25, 2009, 09:23:35 AM »

Just noticed the knob on the backrest attached to the KTP...

Could that be some type of lumbar support??

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

BALIS · « **Reply #22 on:** July 25, 2009, 09:36:58 AM »

Quote from: Fired00d on July 25, 2009, 09:23:35 AM

Just noticed the knob on the backrest attached to the KTP...

Could that be some type of lumbar support??

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

It is new : adjustable backrest for passenger.

Screamin · « **Reply #23 on:** July 25, 2009, 09:37:47 AM »

Good idea on the support. Knob looks like chit.

Fired00d · « **Reply #24 on:** July 25, 2009, 09:39:24 AM »

Quote from: BALIS on July 25, 2009, 09:36:58 AM

It is new : adjustable backrest for passenger.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

hard10 · « **Reply #25 on:** July 25, 2009, 10:53:25 AM »

The motorcycle-usa article said that there were vertical LED lights on the rear and "tad" larger saddlebags. I don't see them.

49445CVO · « **Reply #26 on:** July 25, 2009, 10:55:41 AM »

I would like to see what they did for the saddle bag lighting on the street glide as well as the white light for the saddle bags

hard10 · « **Reply #27 on:** July 25, 2009, 10:59:57 AM »

Quote from: 49445CVO on July 25, 2009, 10:55:41 AM

I would like to see what they did for the saddle bag lighting on the street glide as well as the white light for the saddle bags

I'm sure some of the new P&A items will be nice as an add-on to our existing bikes.

hard10 · « **Reply #28 on:** July 25, 2009, 11:06:55 AM »

Screen shot

Twolanerider · « **Reply #29 on:** July 25, 2009, 11:17:21 AM »

Quote from: Fired00d on July 25, 2009, 09:23:35 AM

Just noticed the knob on the backrest attached to the KTP...

Could that be some type of lumbar support??

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

I was hoping it would be a volume control to make the passenger shut up sometimes....

Robmay · « **Reply #30 on:** July 25, 2009, 11:33:18 AM »

I think its the trunk that's a tad larger according to HD website, not the bags.

Gone Fishin' · « **Reply #31 on:** July 25, 2009, 11:33:35 AM »

Our guys fly coach, but they have no clue on how to post or mail pics. Anyhow the SEUC5 is not much different from what the 4 was. And I can do without the lumbar support, which makes that portion of the bike even clumsier. And the tail lights won't be standard for HDI bikes, I bet. The Steetglide looks nice, with the eagle on the tank and the rear outfit like this years CVO Road Glide.

Ride safely,
Louis

Quote from: ice6900 on July 25, 2009, 08:51:12 AM

my stealer is posting pics on Facebook too! he and the cute clothing chic flew first class from Zurich to USA, no rescession over here is seems eh!!!!!

T MAC · « **Reply #32 on:** July 25, 2009, 11:42:08 AM »

I really like the Scarlett Red and Slate. I had a 06 Heritage that had similar colors - sold it to a buddy of mine and it still stirs my soul every time I see it.

I bet that will be the big seller - I would buy it if I didn't already own my 07 but not so impressed that I am going to trade

---BUT---

I haven't seen it in person yet

hard10 · « **Reply #33 on:** July 25, 2009, 11:45:01 AM »

Quote from: T MAC on July 25, 2009, 11:42:08 AM

I really like the Scarlett Red and Slate. I had a 06 Heritage that had similar colors - sold it to a buddy of mine and it still stirs my soul every time I see it.

I bet that will be the big seller - I would buy it if I didn't already own my 07 but not so impressed that I am going to trade

---BUT---

I haven't seen it in person yet

I disagree. The typical person buying a $37k motorcycle is not die hard "biker". I think the flames kill it as it looses the classic look. Howie is the only exception to this rule and he'll never own a FDer.

Screamin · « **Reply #34 on:** July 25, 2009, 11:47:56 AM »

Quote from: Twolanerider on July 25, 2009, 11:17:21 AM

I was hoping it would be a volume control to make the passenger shut up sometimes....

Delete that Unca Donny before the little one reads it. She'll be doing a rat a tat on your helmet.

T MAC · « **Reply #35 on:** July 25, 2009, 11:49:24 AM »

Quote from: hard10 on July 25, 2009, 11:45:01 AM

I disagree. The typical person buying a $37k motorcycle is not die hard "biker". I think the flames kill it as it looses the classic look. Howie is the only exception to this rule and he'll never own a FDer.

Well you do have Really Good Taste in colors

so we will just have to wait and see - I like flames if they are tastelfully done on a paint scheme I still need to see it in person.

What is your opinion on the best seller? maybe we should start a poll

hard10 · « **Reply #36 on:** July 25, 2009, 11:51:20 AM »

Quote from: Screamin on July 25, 2009, 11:47:56 AM

Delete that Uncle Donny before the little one reads it. She'll be doing a rat a tat on your helmet.

I think he was referring to the the ~~bigger~~ older rear passenger.

Twolanerider · « **Reply #37 on:** July 25, 2009, 11:58:32 AM »

Quote from: Screamin on July 25, 2009, 11:47:56 AM

Delete that Unca Donny before the little one reads it. She'll be doing a rat a tat on your helmet.

Good idea. Though she hasn't figured out yet that the intercoms in the Nolan helmets do have a volume control

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Twolanerider · « **Reply #38 on:** July 25, 2009, 11:59:38 AM »

Quote from: hard10 on July 25, 2009, 11:51:20 AM

I think he was referring to the the ~~bigger~~ older rear passenger.

Yeap! Couple of friends that are moderately regular passengers. I could sure benefit from that kind of control with at least one of them....

Grizzly · « **Reply #39 on:** July 25, 2009, 12:36:33 PM »

Quote from: Fired00d on July 25, 2009, 08:09:06 AM

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Ride Safe,
Fired00d

I can't believe that they haven't updated the hinges yet??? Well, what do you expect for 40k!

hard10 · « **Reply #40 on:** July 25, 2009, 12:38:40 PM »

Quote from: Grizzly on July 25, 2009, 12:36:33 PM

I can't believe that they haven't updated the hinges yet??? Well, what do you expect for 40k!

They even sell them as an aftermarket item now. It used to be that the CVO line had all the goodies added as a show case for what could be done to a stock bike. Guess the economy has gotten to them.

SBB · « **Reply #41 on:** July 25, 2009, 12:49:50 PM »

a couple thoughts,

Has anyone noticed the Ultra Limited comes with a 103?

I'm with you Grizz on the ugly a s s hinges on the Ultra's.

The extended bags on the CVO Street Glide are smooth.

I like the LED tail lights on the CVO Ultra, but where does my pinstriper paint the "Screamin Eagle" graphics?

Twolanerider · « **Reply #42 on:** July 25, 2009, 03:31:25 PM »

Quote from: SBB on July 25, 2009, 12:49:50 PM

The extended bags on the CVO Street Glide are smooth.

The one sentence blurb they have describing those bags is:

"Muffler-hugging formation and downward swooping style provides increased storage capacity."

From the limited view of the pics they are normal depth in front and taper deeper front to rear. Since HD is touting "increased storage" must be a one piece bag opened in the interior too. Guess they realized last years bolt on abortion with the big seam all the way around was kind of half-assed.

Fired00d · « **Reply #43 on:** July 25, 2009, 04:16:37 PM »

Quote from: Twolanerider on July 25, 2009, 11:17:21 AM

I was hoping it would be a volume control to make the passenger shut up sometimes....

I control that w/the throttle... more you twist, the louder the pipes get, more wind rushes by, harder to hear what they saying.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

Twolanerider · « **Reply #44 on:** July 25, 2009, 04:26:11 PM »

Quote from: Fired00d on July 25, 2009, 04:16:37 PM

I control that w/the throttle... more you twist, the louder the pipes get, more wind rushes by, harder to hear what they saying.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

But there is a byproduct to that method of volume control. At some point you get hit. At a point deemed too much farther than that you don't stand a chance of getting lucky later that night. It's really not worth it.

Ok, it's not worth it sometimes....

Fired00d · « **Reply #45 on:** July 25, 2009, 04:35:44 PM »

Quote from: Twolanerider on July 25, 2009, 04:26:11 PM

But there is a byproduct to that method of volume control. At some point you get hit. At a point deemed too much farther than that you don't stand a chance of getting lucky later that night. It's really not worth it.

Ok, it's not worth it sometimes....

That's when you grab a little more throttle.... that's what makeup..... is for.

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

Twolanerider · « **Reply #46 on:** July 25, 2009, 04:47:35 PM »

Quote from: Fired00d on July 25, 2009, 04:35:44 PM

That's when you grab a little more throttle....

"Throttle?" That's a metaphor for boob?

T MAC · « **Reply #47 on:** July 25, 2009, 05:15:25 PM »

Here is a few more links - in case they haven't been posted Also a cool video of Street Glide at bottom

http://www.roadcarvin.com/2010-motorcycle-models/2010-harley-davidson

http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/1583/Motorcycle-Photo-Gallery/2010-Harley-Davidson-CVO-Motorcycles.aspx -- I may have to change my earlier opinion on

colors after seeing the Burn't auburn in the center of the page in a real picture, nice color

http://motorcycles.about.com/od/manufacturerlineups/ig/2010-Harley-CVOs/

www.motorcycle.com/.../2010-harley-davidson-street-cvo-glide-preview _ VIDEO of Street Glide

Robmay · « **Reply #48 on:** July 25, 2009, 05:22:13 PM »

Quote from: T MAC on July 25, 2009, 05:15:25 PM

Here is a few more links - in case they haven't been posted Also a cool video of Street Glide at bottom

colors after seeing the Burn't auburn in the center of the page in a real picture, nice color

Thats the one I'm diggin. Is it just me..... check the HD web site and look at the photos tab on the CVO ultras. The colors look reversed on the trunk.

see if this will work.....
http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Content/Pages/2010_Motorcycles/2010_motorcycles.html?locale=en_US&locale=en_US&bmLocale=en_US#/model/flhtcuse5/gallery

Fired00d · « **Reply #49 on:** July 25, 2009, 09:35:41 PM »

Quote from: Twolanerider on July 25, 2009, 04:47:35 PM

"Throttle?" That's a metaphor for boob?

Could be.... sorta like... "Save a horse... ride a cowboy".

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

Fired00d · « **Reply #50 on:** July 25, 2009, 09:57:32 PM »

Pic...

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

napalm · « **Reply #51 on:** July 25, 2009, 10:02:13 PM »

Looks like HD is still using the old style hinges on the tour pack.......

napalm

Gone Fishin' · « **Reply #52 on:** July 26, 2009, 06:57:26 AM »

I don't care that much about the HD hinges. But I can't believe they have not updated the GPS yet!!!

Ride safely,
Louis

Quote from: Grizzly on July 25, 2009, 12:36:33 PM

I can't believe that they haven't updated the hinges yet??? Well, what do you expect for 40k!

Lean Dave · « **Reply #53 on:** July 26, 2009, 09:38:11 AM »

I researched the 2010 FLHTCUSE5 and for what it's worth ($36,000) HD really needs an overhaul on improvements. The little stuff is just not going to get me to go out an update what I have now (FLHTCUSE2).

Why HD does nothing with the radio? No improvements what so ever (speakers, amp power, etc..).

Now if you look at what Honda did on the GW (built in large display with Navi, Stereo, XM with Traffic-Weather). HELLO HD WAKE UP!!! This is improvement at the least to work on.

I often wondered is HD simply to scared to fix something that is not broken so why change?

Fired00d · « **Reply #54 on:** July 26, 2009, 02:34:16 PM »

Pics...

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

Fired00d · « **Reply #55 on:** July 26, 2009, 02:35:01 PM »

...

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

Fired00d · « **Reply #56 on:** July 26, 2009, 02:35:31 PM »

...

Ride Safe,
Fired00d

Georgehjr · « **Reply #57 on:** July 26, 2009, 03:15:52 PM »

Just glad I bought my 08 Anny and don't see any reason to change

hard10 · « **Reply #58 on:** July 26, 2009, 06:13:25 PM »

If I were to upgrade, I would likely favor the '09 over the '10 based solely on color.

Improvements over my '07 worthy of consideration:

6 Gallon Fuel Tank
New Frame
ABS
Remote Locks !!!

However these are still not enough for me to give up what I have now.

SBB · « **Reply #59 on:** July 26, 2009, 06:17:01 PM »

Quote from: hard10 on July 26, 2009, 06:13:25 PM

If I were to upgrade, I would likely favor the '09 over the '10 based solely on color.

Improvements over my '07 worthy of consideration:

6 Gallon Fuel Tank
New Frame
ABS
Remote Locks !!!

However these are still not enough for me to give up what I have now.

I'm with you there AJ!

Great comparison.

I didn't even realize the 2010 T/P doesn't have the graphics on the side.

Great comparison!

SBB

SBB · « **Reply #60 on:** July 26, 2009, 06:26:12 PM »

Best that I can tell, none of the SEUC5 tour pak's have graphics on them.

Damn,

That must have saved them a 100 bucks.

hard10 · « **Reply #61 on:** July 26, 2009, 06:41:25 PM »

Quote from: SBB on July 26, 2009, 06:17:01 PM

I'm with you there AJ!

Great comparison.

I didn't even realize the 2010 T/P doesn't have the graphics on the side.

Great comparison!

SBB

It seems that there was a change in the design team at CVO. If you look at the two, there is an obvious difference in philosophy. One is classic and one is retro. "Classic" is something that will still be "acceptable" in the future while "retro" is more a fad or sign of the times. Just one person's opinion.

hard10 · « **Reply #62 on:** July 26, 2009, 06:44:29 PM »

And the '09 Ruby:

hard10 · « **Reply #63 on:** July 26, 2009, 06:49:01 PM »

It may be that Harley thinks that the target market for SEUCⁿ is getting younger and they want a more "hip" color pattern. However, based on a poll that I did several months ago, it seems most buyers are in their mid to late 50's. I would presume that that would mean that they are a little more conservative than to want flames.

mr_magoo · « **Reply #64 on:** July 26, 2009, 06:52:37 PM »

A 17" front wheel why not an 18"?

hard10 · « **Reply #65 on:** July 26, 2009, 07:06:48 PM »

One thing I would recommend (and do myself) if I were to buy a brand new 110" is have ALL the mods done at time of delivery. Bite the bullet and install the cams you want, pipes, SERT, a/c, etc. Get it done before hand and covered under the warranty!

Beemer · « **Reply #66 on:** July 26, 2009, 10:40:10 PM »

At some point the paint scheme gets too busy...they've surpassed that point when they decided to put pinstriped flames on a decent paint job.

The 04/05s looked cool with them and still do but the moco seems to be just digging in their dusty worn out bag of tricks to intice buyers.

News for the moco, many if not most CVO owners have either owned one before or followed them for some time.

Message for our beloved Moco: Its time to up your game (and this ain't it)...or die.

Gone Fishin' · « **Reply #67 on:** July 27, 2009, 05:24:03 AM »

Obviously every year the owners of the previous years bikes bash the new model, and the prospective buyers think it is great. However, this year it is a little different. Aside from the small TP changes, there is no improvement on the '10s over the '09s (which themselves where a big improvement over the earlier SEUC's, if only because of the new frame). The flames, in my mind, are not befitting the bike. Flames are a hot rod style, and the SEUC is an ultimate full dresser, hardly a hot rod, even with the 110 engine. I also think that on two colors (blue and amber) they did put colors upside down, instead of the lighter color on the top. Gives the bike a much better look, as can be seen on the silver/blue '09.

All in all the 2010 models do confirm that the Moco has grounded many aspirations and is designing with cost in mind. The small changes to the models, using existing parts and patterns, the reduction of available colors on almost all of the standard bikes, all speak for a reduced production load and better profitability. They need that with about 30% less bikes sold. So the 2010 are the recession collection, and that is quite good. It helps us owners in keeping resale values in better shape and it helps the Moco in returning to better profitability.

One notable exception is the Ultra Limited, with a price tag of more than $10k less than the CVO Ultra the most tempting offer for anyone wishing to outfit the bike by themselves and have money to spend on mods.

Just my 2 cents.

Ride safely,
Louis

JohnT. · « **Reply #68 on:** July 27, 2009, 06:06:39 AM »

For 2010, here is the best kept secret, shhhhhhh. Don't tell too many people... The Ultra Classic Limited... Absolutely, GREAT looking bike..
I'm lookin'

, for sure...

rmarion · « **Reply #69 on:** July 27, 2009, 10:35:29 AM »

IMO, they should have switched the paint designs with the Street Glide CVO.....

DESERTBEAR54 · « **Reply #70 on:** July 27, 2009, 11:32:19 AM »

The MOCO has a Chrome Lumbar Control Knob for the BSR.$100.00 bucks!!

Sierramadre · « **Reply #71 on:** July 27, 2009, 11:38:41 AM »

I'm strugggling with the 2010 CVO Ultra paint schemes too. Maybe its the flames that make it seem too busy or maybe you just need to see them in person but nothing has jumped out and grabbed me yet.

hdctss · « **Reply #72 on:** July 27, 2009, 01:22:30 PM »

from the comparison pictures it seems like the 2010's are bigger

RickC · « **Reply #73 on:** July 27, 2009, 01:32:58 PM »

Quote from: JohnT. on July 27, 2009, 06:06:39 AM

For 2010, here is the best kept secret, shhhhhhh. Don't tell too many people... The Ultra Classic Limited... Absolutely, GREAT looking bike..
I'm lookin' , for sure...

Speaking of... did you notice some of the standard features on this model?

103 c.i. engine
Power Port in the Tour-Pak
NEW HELICAL CUT 5TH GEAR

Interesting... can I get a new helical-cut 5th gear for my 09? Sure would like to get rid of all the 5th gear chatter on my SERG...

Just my $0.02 worth...

RickC

JohnT. · « **Reply #74 on:** July 27, 2009, 01:49:48 PM »

Standard feature after standard feature, that's what I'm talkin' about. To save 10-12k and get what they are offering by way of the limited, is a deal in my book.
I owned a Road King Police with the 103 and it's a strong runner for sure. Plus, I really like the looks of the limited. Out of all of the 2010 bikes,
that's my favorite. From what I can see, I like the new gauges also.. Now the hard part is going to be to keep me out of the dealership...JohnT.

dave29 · « **Reply #75 on:** July 27, 2009, 02:53:07 PM »

Enough of the flames!!

Cerdo · « **Reply #76 on:** July 27, 2009, 11:35:10 PM »

Flames look a little generic for my taste. Wish the MOCO would come up with some paint that we could pick from (like any of the custom paint jobs through the MOCO, IE: California Kid paint scheme). No tour pack flame or extra paint, no blue tooth, no factory mapping GPS; I think the MOCO is falling behind on the technology race. Would have to be a heck of a deal to trade Ruby in on a new one! Unlike previous years there was always a huge difference (frame, 6 gallon tank, new engine & transmission, ABS and so on) no big change this year and not much reason to upgrade. Just my 2 cents!

guppytrash · « **Reply #77 on:** July 28, 2009, 12:45:59 AM »

I have been a hold out on the HK GPS because I like the clean look, wired into the bike. BUT I went on a 4 day trip to 5 states and I now have to admit
the HK GPS just does not get it done.

If I were King for a day at HD the SE Ultra would have a fully integrated, Zumo quality, full display map, in fairing GPS.
That would have been a Grand Slam.
Even the unit they sell now with a permanent mount to the fairing, electrically powered and speaker connected would have been a home run.

I like the new paint on the 2010's, don't think it's better, but I like it.
This one I want to see in person.

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jiml · « **Reply #78 on:** July 28, 2009, 10:16:24 AM »

All on HDs website with pic and specs nice

hard10 · « **Reply #79 on:** July 29, 2009, 12:38:17 AM »

Quote from: guppytrash on July 28, 2009, 12:45:59 AM

I have been a hold out on the HK GPS because I like the clean look, wired into the bike. BUT I went on a 4 day trip to 5 states and I now have to admit
the HK GPS just does not get it done.

If I were King for a day at HD the SE Ultra would have a fully integrated, Zumo quality, full display map, in fairing GPS.
That would have been a Grand Slam.
Even the unit they sell now with a permanent mount to the fairing, electrically powered and speaker connected would have been a home run...

You mean something like this one?

Oops! Wrong site.

SBB · « **Reply #80 on:** July 29, 2009, 07:54:18 AM »

Quote from: hard10 on July 29, 2009, 12:38:17 AM

You mean something like this one?

Oops! Wrong site.

Bad AJ, Bad AJ!
Shame on you!
Linda, help him, he needs it!

SBB

VAZHOG · « **Reply #81 on:** July 29, 2009, 08:12:23 AM »

Now you guys know that most of ya here are not tall enough to ride that model

SBB · « **Reply #82 on:** July 29, 2009, 08:24:09 AM »

Quote from: VAZHOG on July 29, 2009, 08:12:23 AM

Now you guys know that most of ya here are not tall enough to ride that model

Thank God I'm not!

SBB

hard10 · « **Reply #83 on:** July 29, 2009, 09:15:05 AM »

Quote from: VAZHOG on July 29, 2009, 08:12:23 AM

Now you guys know that most of ya here are not tall enough to ride that model

I would assume that the model with the airbag has all of the features of the lesser models? That is it has ABS & NAV?

Gone Fishin' · « **Reply #84 on:** July 29, 2009, 09:23:02 AM »

Quote from: hard10 on July 29, 2009, 09:15:05 AM

I would assume that the model with the airbag has all of the features of the lesser models? That is it has ABS & NAV?

Yep. Not to mention the little coffeemaker ... aaah I'm digressing ;-)

Ride safely,
Louis

VAZHOG · « **Reply #85 on:** July 29, 2009, 09:29:45 AM »

Quote from: hard10 on July 29, 2009, 09:15:05 AM

I would assume that the model with the airbag has all of the features of the lesser models? That is it has ABS & NAV?

You assume correctly

Texas 103 · « **Reply #86 on:** July 29, 2009, 11:43:45 AM »

Quote from: SBB on July 29, 2009, 08:24:09 AM

Thank God I'm not!

SBB

Hell I'm too tall to ride it.. THank God... .

hard10 · « **Reply #87 on:** July 29, 2009, 02:11:06 PM »

To be quite honest, I'm glad we don't have a built in GPS on our bikes. As terrible as the HD unit is, at least it's not obtrusive. As technology develops, a need arises to change the platform which can not be done with a built in unit. My Garmin 478 with NEXRAD weather is just fine on the handlebars.

miker · « **Reply #88 on:** July 29, 2009, 02:36:50 PM »

There a gps on my bike?? Holy cow!

Robmay · « **Reply #89 on:** July 31, 2009, 06:08:23 PM »

Quote from: miker on July 29, 2009, 02:36:50 PM

There a gps on my bike?? Holy cow!

Knowing you its probably still in the box.......

T MAC · « **Reply #90 on:** August 08, 2009, 11:25:51 PM »

Well I saw the 2010 Scarlett Red Pearl with Dark Slate Gray today at HD of Seattle. I must say in person it looks 100% better than pictures. There is Alot more red on the bike than the pictures portray. Looking at the bike the flames blend in as they did on the Candy Concord Street Glide. The bike looks Good and if I were going to purchase a 2010 then I would be Happy to own it - I don't like it more than my Black and Orange 07 so I would not consider trading but it is a Nice Bike.

I also saw the Spiced Rum Street Glide - Did not like it at all - The colors seem to contrast to me - the Candy Concord is Much Nicer and Moco got that paint scheme right IMHO.

I also saw the the Vivid Black/Black Ice Pearl Limited again. I think this setup was the Best of 2010 - the added mods and paint scheme are a good fit and the price is 10k less than the CVO. The paint job looks Great when the sun hits it, it changes colors as you move around the bike. This would be the bike I would be most interested in for 2010. I really want to see the Scarlett Red/ Vivid Black if it looks as good as the Vivid Black/ Black Ice Pearl that would be my bike if I were in the market.

It is definitely a sign of the times, the dealership in Silverdale has Alot of bikes in inventory -new/used and Cycle Barn has closed their Honda, Kawaski, Triumph store and now Harley Davidson of Seattle's showroom is mixed with Metric Bikes and Harleys.

HD of Seattle used to sell there CVO's for $2500 over MSRP, one of the salesmen is a friend of mine he said "those days are long gone all we want to do now is get the bikes out the door - the days of letting bikes sit on the floor for a few grand more are gone"

Jock · « **Reply #91 on:** August 09, 2009, 08:00:08 PM »

Quote from: hard10 on July 26, 2009, 06:13:25 PM

If I were to upgrade, I would likely favor the '09 over the '10 based solely on color.

Improvements over my '07 worthy of consideration:

6 Gallon Fuel Tank
New Frame
ABS
Remote Locks !!!

However these are still not enough for me to give up what I have now.

I agree...other than paint and a rider's backrest knob...any other difference?

acevtwin · « **Reply #92 on:** August 10, 2009, 11:50:41 PM »

heres a couple pictures taken in Rapid City.

acevtwin · « **Reply #93 on:** August 10, 2009, 11:51:55 PM »

another

Heatwave · « **Reply #94 on:** August 11, 2009, 12:07:59 AM »

Here's a few different angle shots of mine

Heatwave · « **Reply #95 on:** August 11, 2009, 12:08:36 AM »

Another

Heatwave · « **Reply #96 on:** August 11, 2009, 12:09:23 AM »

Another

Heatwave · « **Reply #97 on:** August 11, 2009, 12:10:12 AM »

Another

Heatwave · « **Reply #98 on:** August 11, 2009, 12:11:06 AM »

1abastarsmda · « **Reply #99 on:** August 15, 2009, 10:23:18 PM »

I saw one at the dealer today and it did not have the heat deflectors on it. I mentioned it to the sales manager and he told me that they didn't put them on the SE Ultra this year. After looking at the photos, I sent him an e-mail to let him know that he received a bike with missing parts, since they should be there.

tazmun · « **Reply #100 on:** August 16, 2009, 09:23:58 PM »

Quote from: acevtwin on August 10, 2009, 11:50:41 PM

heres a couple pictures taken in Rapid City.

What color is the first picture? I know the 2nd picture is the Red/Black.
It can't be the copper can it?

acevtwin · « **Reply #101 on:** August 17, 2009, 10:18:04 AM »

Quote from: tazmun on August 16, 2009, 09:23:58 PM

What color is the first picture? I know the 2nd picture is the Red/Black.
It can't be the copper can it?

The first picture was "Burnt Amber / Hot Citrus"

miker · « **Reply #102 on:** August 17, 2009, 10:22:25 AM »

wow, talk about looking nothing like the factory photo..HD needs some new photographers...

9 1/2 Beers · « **Reply #103 on:** August 17, 2009, 10:32:13 AM »

Quote from: Jock on August 09, 2009, 08:00:08 PM

I agree...other than paint and a rider's backrest knob...any other difference?

Jock , SEUC 10

I have no information on the seat other then my feet hit solid on the ground and it felt comfortable.

Marty

tazmun · « **Reply #104 on:** August 17, 2009, 10:52:21 AM »

Quote from: miker on August 17, 2009, 10:22:25 AM

wow, talk about looking nothing like the factory photo..HD needs some new photographers...

Boy are you correct! I saw the pictures on the website, and said that color combination
is "bfu". Now that combination has got my interest. Sure hope the camera shots are the
correct color!

Jock · « **Reply #105 on:** August 27, 2009, 09:52:00 PM »

Quote from: 110 Mofo on August 17, 2009, 10:32:13 AM

Jock , SEUC 10

I have no information on the seat other then my feet hit solid on the ground and it felt comfortable.

Marty

Thanks

tireless · « **Reply #106 on:** August 27, 2009, 10:28:40 PM »

The seat and bars suck, ergonomics are all screwy, I'll happily keep my '08.... but I'm weird so

Cerdo · « **Reply #107 on:** August 27, 2009, 10:29:58 PM »

Hi All,

I went ahead and purchased the new "Blue Flame" 2010 SEUC and traded in the Ruby. Dealer treated me real well on the trade. Blue has a teal tint to it and looks great in person. Leaving for Branson MO for a few days of riding with the old lady. I will post a full ride report when I get back in a week or so.

Sorry, I tried to post pictures and kept getting an error report.
Andy

Twolanerider · « **Reply #108 on:** August 27, 2009, 10:53:57 PM »

Quote from: Cerdo on August 27, 2009, 10:29:58 PM

Leaving for Branson MO for a few days

You poor bastard

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Cerdo · « **Reply #109 on:** August 27, 2009, 11:13:36 PM »

I know, I know, we may be heading out in the rain in the morning! Life is just so unfair!!! LOL

1abastarsmda · « **Reply #110 on:** August 28, 2009, 12:42:08 AM »

Quote from: Cerdo on August 27, 2009, 10:29:58 PM

Hi All,

I went ahead and purchased the new "Blue Flame" 2010 SEUC and traded in the Ruby. Dealer treated me real well on the trade. Blue has a teal tint to it and looks great in person. Leaving for Branson MO for a few days of riding with the old lady. I will post a full ride report when I get back in a week or so.

Sorry, I tried to post pictures and kept getting an error report.
Andy

Are you saying that you traded in an 09 Ruby SEUC for the 10 Blue SEUC? You had to take some sort of significant loss, so I'm confused as to what you liked so much better on the 10 vs the 09, that you'd take the loss. I had the chance to see the blue one side by side with my Ruby and other than liking the looks of the new design on the rear of the tourpack, I couldn't find any reason to upgrade this year. What did you see that the rest of us didn't?

Heatwave · « **Reply #111 on:** August 28, 2009, 07:04:08 AM »

Quote from: 1abastarsmda on August 28, 2009, 12:42:08 AM

Are you saying that you traded in an 09 Ruby SEUC for the 10 Blue SEUC? You had to take some sort of significant loss, so I'm confused as to what you liked so much better on the 10 vs the 09, that you'd take the loss. I had the chance to see the blue one side by side with my Ruby and other than liking the looks of the new design on the rear of the tourpack, I couldn't find any reason to upgrade this year. What did you see that the rest of us didn't?

Depends on how much of a loss he takes. The trade up to the 2010 may be worth it if the following upgrades matter to you:

- New Helical cut instead of straight cut 5th gear designed to get rid of whine that many owner's complained about
- New compensator design which should address any long term issues
- New adjustable lumbar support on passenger seat
- New color-matched LED wrap-around lighting on tour-pak
- New 12v power outlet in tourpak
- New LED lighting inside both saddlebags and TP
- New TP bottom liner
- New paint job (flames)

Cerdo · « **Reply #112 on:** August 28, 2009, 08:40:30 AM »

No guys, you see the same thing I do.

I know that the Ruby is a better looking bike; however the dealer is a friend of mine and I trade up for just for less than 12 % depreciation each and every year. I have had a new SEUC every year for five years straight for less than $18K (of course after purchasing the first one). Therefore, for me it is worth it to turn in my used bike with 10,000 or so miles on it and get a new one.

That being said, color and stuff isn't that much of a big deal if I only ride it a year or so. I do have to say (only after riding 159 miles) that this is a better bike in some way and it appears that the harsh bump is gone out of the rear suspension. It seams to have less mechanical noise, and have more power so far. Maybe they changed the torque curve or I just got a good one. The blue flame paint job does look awesome up close and in the sunlight; however, Ruby still blows it away. As a side note, my best friend traded in his 07 Ultra on my old scoot so I will get to see it all of the time.

Maybe I'm crazy, who knows?

Andy

Gone Fishin' · « **Reply #113 on:** August 28, 2009, 09:11:39 AM »

Quote from: Cerdo on August 28, 2009, 08:40:30 AM

No guys, you see the same thing I do.

I know that the Ruby is a better looking bike; however the dealer is a friend of mine and I trade up for just for less than 12 % depreciation each and every year. I have had a new SEUC every year for five years straight for less than $18K (of course after purchasing the first one). Therefore, for me it is worth it to turn in my used bike with 10,000 or so miles on it and get a new one.

That being said, color and stuff isn't that much of a big deal if I only ride it a year or so. I do have to say (only after riding 159 miles) that this is a better bike in some way and it appears that the harsh bump is gone out of the rear suspension. It seams to have less mechanical noise, and have more power so far. Maybe they changed the torque curve or I just got a good one. The blue flame paint job does look awesome up close and in the sunlight; however, Ruby still blows it away. As a side note, my best friend traded in his 07 Ultra on my old scoot so I will get to see it all of the time.

Maybe I'm crazy, who knows?

Andy

Hi Andy,
I think you got yourself well sorted out. Unfortunately not many dealers are ready to develop such a long term partnership. I've bought a new bike for last few years each year, and it is always a great experience. Having said that, however, I do spend considerable time (and $$) on adding the little gadgets like exhaust, air filter, SSERT & tuning, and some bling. How do you deal with these items?

Ride safely,
Louis

Cerdo · « **Reply #114 on:** August 28, 2009, 09:29:11 AM »

Your right, adding all the goodies is always a must. Normally I just do minor stuff and take of anything that will work on the new bike. This year I left everything on the bike because my buddie was taking it. He paid me full purchase price for the GPS and all of the chrome goodies and I let him take it that way. If you play this game you have to realize that you really can't go overboard with the upgrades. I always take off the exhaust and air cleaner; however, I give the race tuner to the dealer so the new owner can tune it. In most cases I just lose the cost of the GPS fairing mount, race tuner and a few small items. I'm an gear head and playing with the bike is relaxing to me.

Andy

Break-In · « **Reply #115 on:** August 30, 2009, 05:51:12 PM »

Been gone a while, Bought the 2010 SEUC in riptide blue and titanium dust. 950 miles later love the ride, wife loves the lumbar and heated seat. The paint looks great, with ghost images in the flames.

T MAC · « **Reply #116 on:** August 30, 2009, 09:35:50 PM »

Quote from: Cerdo on August 28, 2009, 09:29:11 AM

Your right, adding all the goodies is always a must. Normally I just do minor stuff and take of anything that will work on the new bike. This year I left everything on the bike because my buddie was taking it. He paid me full purchase price for the GPS and all of the chrome goodies and I let him take it that way. If you play this game you have to realize that you really can't go overboard with the upgrades. I always take off the exhaust and air cleaner; however, I give the race tuner to the dealer so the new owner can tune it. In most cases I just lose the cost of the GPS fairing mount, race tuner and a few small items. I'm an gear head and playing with the bike is relaxing to me.

Andy

Two Thumbs up to you Cerdo! Sounds like a sweet deal to me - new bike every year and if you have the time and $$ to do some upgrades each year that is a good hobby to have

.

Just wondering which year have you liked the best and why?

Cerdo · « **Reply #117 on:** August 30, 2009, 09:39:55 PM »

That's easy, each year is better and better so the one I have now is the best bike to date. Ruby was the best color / paint though.

In Branson MO, heading east. 10000 miles so far and the bike is flawless.

Andy

LoneCustom · « **Reply #118 on:** September 02, 2009, 02:37:51 PM »

Quote from: Break-In on August 30, 2009, 05:51:12 PM

Been gone a while, Bought the 2010 SEUC in riptide blue and titanium dust. 950 miles later love the ride, wife loves the lumbar and heated seat. The paint looks great, with ghost images in the flames.

Glad to hear the paint looks better in person than on the web/in the brochure. Blue is my favorite color and I really wanted to stick with that. Looking forward to seeing one in person (hopefully next week!)

LoneCustom · « **Reply #119 on:** September 02, 2009, 02:48:19 PM »

Quote from: miker on August 17, 2009, 10:22:25 AM

wow, talk about looking nothing like the factory photo..HD needs some new photographers...

Seriously - the pix on the web site look boring. These shots are great! Do my eyes deceive, or is there a flame pattern in the scarlet paint?

napalm · « **Reply #120 on:** September 02, 2009, 02:59:50 PM »

09....010, still got a 110 in it!!!!

napalm

9 1/2 Beers · « **Reply #121 on:** September 02, 2009, 03:28:56 PM »

Quote from: Cerdo on August 28, 2009, 09:29:11 AM

Your right, adding all the goodies is always a must. Normally I just do minor stuff and take of anything that will work on the new bike. This year I left everything on the bike because my buddie was taking it. He paid me full purchase price for the GPS and all of the chrome goodies and I let him take it that way. If you play this game you have to realize that you really can't go overboard with the upgrades. I always take off the exhaust and air cleaner; however, I give the race tuner to the dealer so the new owner can tune it. In most cases I just lose the cost of the GPS fairing mount, race tuner and a few small items. I'm an gear head and playing with the bike is relaxing to me.

Andy

Guess you never need an extended warranty

olli · « **Reply #122 on:** September 03, 2009, 02:23:19 PM »

Anyone European/HDI rider know the following:
-Do the HDI model have Tour Pak lights?
-How about the rider backrest?
-What kind of mufflers? Tapered one piece or with separate tip?
-Mirrors?

Thanks

Gone Fishin' · « **Reply #123 on:** September 03, 2009, 02:41:18 PM »

Here are your answers:

Quote from: olli on September 03, 2009, 02:23:19 PM

-Do the HDI model have Tour Pak lights?

No

Quote from: olli on September 03, 2009, 02:23:19 PM

-How about the rider backrest?

Yes

Quote from: olli on September 03, 2009, 02:23:19 PM

-What kind of mufflers? Tapered one piece or with separate tip?

No separate tip.

Quote from: olli on September 03, 2009, 02:23:19 PM

-Mirrors?

Stock.

Ride safely,
Louis

olli · « **Reply #124 on:** September 03, 2009, 02:52:57 PM »

Thanks Louis!

But I noticed that in pics that BALIS has send in the Pictures section:

(http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=34624&id=1170605042&l=22de11c675)

There are tour pak lights, and somebody wrote it is a HDI model?

Anyone knows

Thanks

Gone Fishin' · « **Reply #125 on:** September 03, 2009, 04:01:40 PM »

It is assumed the bike is HDI because the left side muffler has such a tiny hole. However, it would be nice to get the lights finally also in Europe. Obviously, what I've written was true for all bikes through my 2009. Maybe they've changed for the better. Would be a first, though.

Ride safely,
Louis

Quote from: olli on September 03, 2009, 02:52:57 PM

Thanks Louis!

But I noticed that in pics that BALIS has send in the Pictures section:

(http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=34624&id=1170605042&l=22de11c675)

There are tour pak lights, and somebody wrote it is a HDI model?

Anyone knows

Thanks

RedDevil · « **Reply #126 on:** September 03, 2009, 04:38:08 PM »

Quote from: olli on September 03, 2009, 02:52:57 PM

Thanks Louis!

But I noticed that in pics that BALIS has send in the Pictures section:

(http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=34624&id=1170605042&l=22de11c675)

There are tour pak lights, and somebody wrote it is a HDI model?

Anyone knows

Thanks

I read somewhere, and for the life of me, I can't remember, that HD got approval to put the tour pak lights on the HDI models for the European market now.

Unfortunately, the SESG is a different story. The HDI model of the SESG still has to have the center tail light and can't just use the filler strip LED panels...

1abastarsmda · « **Reply #127 on:** September 07, 2009, 10:31:49 PM »

Quote from: RedDevil on September 03, 2009, 04:38:08 PM

I read somewhere, and for the life of me, I can't remember, that HD got approval to put the tour pak lights on the HDI models for the European market now. Unfortunately, the SESG is a different story. The HDI model of the SESG still has to have the center tail light and can't just use the filler strip LED panels...

That was in the CVO sales literature catalog.

BALIS · « **Reply #128 on:** September 08, 2009, 08:03:59 AM »

Quote from: olli on September 03, 2009, 02:52:57 PM

Thanks Louis!

But I noticed that in pics that BALIS has send in the Pictures section:

(http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=34624&id=1170605042&l=22de11c675)

There are tour pak lights, and somebody wrote it is a HDI model?

Anyone knows

Thanks

My wife! Boubou) took these pics at the Rushmore civic center at Rapid City when we went at the bike week at Sturgis last month.
The 2010 cuse comes like that for the European market.

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