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Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« on: September 26, 2014, 07:27:47 PM »
Well, after deliberation and hearing all the good stuff about the 2015's, came back from MV14 and went down to the old Dealer. Low & behold the was a Gold/ Slate on the floor. Needless to say, a beautiful motorcycle.

 I was sold on the GPS, Infotainment system, upgraded speakers, comfortable looking saddle, new dash and all the other bells and whistles a '15 comes with.

 Well I was making a deal to trade the '04 and the '10 and not have to come up with much money, The Salesmanager made me a deal I thought would never happen locally, but they surprised me in a good way... Well, he said to come in Friday and "take her for a spin", so I did...

 I guess I was so anxious and ready to have a near death experience while test riding this new animal from the MOCO...

 All I can say is WOW... Probably one of the most UNCOMFORTABLE bikes I have ever ridden. The seats new design pushed my big ass all the way on the tank, it seemed, new brake pedal placement was horrible, had to lift foot off floorboards to use pedal, and didn't feel in control while braking.

 I was told that it would ride better than both my '09 and '10 with new spring diameter and relocated shock and valving in air shock... Felt like I was riding a "marshmellow" the whole time. Very un-nerving at times cause I felt out of control with the swaying at highway speeds.

 Now, I pushed myself and rode another 12-14 miles just to make sure I wasn't feeling something strange, but that s the way it felt the entire test ride.

IMHO, they look nice with nice features, but not for me... They need more work for my taste...

Paul aka GUS aka dooinit2u...
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Re: Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« Reply #1 on: September 26, 2014, 07:36:04 PM »
Well I'll say it........That's good news!
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Re: Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« Reply #2 on: September 26, 2014, 07:59:00 PM »


And I was getting ready to offer $13,500.00 for the 04.
Dang.
At least it was blue.

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Re: Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« Reply #3 on: September 26, 2014, 08:32:17 PM »
Quote from: SBB on September 26, 2014, 07:59:00 PM

And I was getting ready to offer $13,500.00 for the 04.
Dang.
At least it was blue.

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You starting to sound alot like my dealer...LOL...




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Re: Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« Reply #4 on: September 27, 2014, 09:30:27 AM »
Well I think your the exception, everyone I know who actually bought one loves the bike and think its the best ride Harley has ever made. Wow, a dealer let you test ride a 2015 CVO Limited for how many miles? Too each his own, Harley Davidson hit a home run with the CVO Limited and Rushmore, CVO Limited highly recommended!  :2vrolijk_21:
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Re: Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« Reply #5 on: September 27, 2014, 11:17:26 AM »
Stock sadle sucks but the handling is far better than the older bikes and the new ABS is actually great.

Stock suspension in the front is better than the old bikes but the rear is still the air shock junk. Took mine off and tossed them as soon as I got the bike home and put Öhlins on it.

But is still a Harley and you are not going to get great handling on any of them compared to a MC that was designed to handle.

That's why you need five bikes!!

A cruiser preferably a Harley
A touring rig
An off road bike
A crotch rocket
An old classic that's unreliable
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Re: Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« Reply #6 on: September 27, 2014, 11:34:21 AM »
Some of what you were feeling is the Hammock style seat that comes stock on the CVO Limited. Try a Ultra Limited and see what you think, it does not come standard with the Hammock seat. Their are excellent seat options available that will move you back. I am going with a Russell Day Long this winter.
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Re: Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« Reply #7 on: September 27, 2014, 03:20:34 PM »
Quote from: dooinit2u on September 26, 2014, 07:27:47 PM
new brake pedal placement was horrible, had to lift foot off floorboards to use pedal, and didn't feel in control while braking.


Paul, was this a CVO you  rode?
I tried out a 15 Road Glide (not CVO), and though the same thing with the brake pedal.
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Re: Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« Reply #8 on: September 27, 2014, 03:30:25 PM »
Quote from: Rotarywing on September 27, 2014, 11:17:26 AM

That's why you need five bikes!!

A cruiser preferably a Harley
A touring rig
An off road bike
A crotch rocket
An old classic that's unreliable
This is probably some sound advice
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Re: Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« Reply #9 on: September 27, 2014, 04:36:03 PM »
I am still working on it. The one that has the most toys when he dies win  :2vrolijk_21:


Quote from: DICKW on September 27, 2014, 03:30:25 PM
This is probably some sound advice
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Re: Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« Reply #10 on: September 28, 2014, 09:48:12 AM »
I didn't like the Hammock seat either. So new is not for me as I can't reach the floor. But I was real comfy on the Limited and I was flat footed sitting on it. Nope not trading yet. Besides funny when you mention trade you would think you said H$%&^ not Harley.
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Re: Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« Reply #11 on: September 28, 2014, 11:43:19 AM »
Yep the new seat sucks unless you are 5'9


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Re: Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« Reply #12 on: September 28, 2014, 11:52:55 AM »
I am 5'9". Seat still sucks

Quote from: hotroadking on September 28, 2014, 11:43:19 AM
Yep the new seat sucks unless you are 5'9


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Re: Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« Reply #13 on: September 28, 2014, 12:03:20 PM »
Sounds like the best money you ever saved.      :2vrolijk_21:    :2vrolijk_21:
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Re: Almost pulled the trigger on a '15 CVO Limited.
« Reply #14 on: September 28, 2014, 12:39:14 PM »
Maybe there is a difference between the RG and Regular Ultras (meaning CVO Ultra Classic Batwing)?

With the backrest on I do feel pushed forward. I rode more in MV with it on then I have on any other bike I have ever owned with one. When the backrest is off, I feel further back. I am 5'10"+ and felt a little cramped at first. Once I got used to riding the bike the way to was setup (handlebars and seat/highway pegs) it is hands down the best I have ever owned.
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