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First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« on: September 24, 2012, 08:29:56 AM »
Took my new RG for a 300 mile ride this weekend with a couple of buddies through the twisties in western MD/Pa.
1. Awesome handling bike. Surefooted, scraped the footboards few times, tracks where you want it to go. I am an ape hanger guy but I dont think I'm going to mess up the stock setup and/or change shocks etc.
2. Didnt wind up the rpm's past 3500, still under 500 total miles. Good torque, smooth shifting with the hydraulic clutch and the stock exhaust....love the growl, just wish it was about 20% louder. Slipons definately at the 1000 mile service.
3. Fit and Finish, what you would expect in a super premium bike. Nice touches all over like the chrome under the footboards, liners in the glovebox.
4. Stereo is decent. Saddlebag speakers are useless at any speed over 30 mph. I mostly used the ipod, you can view/change playlists on the head unit. Can really hear the fairing tweeters kick in.
5. Seat is comfy enough, ergonomics were great for me at 6'1" and 205lb. If you are really tall/big, an ultra probably would be a better choice.
Overall, handling, finish and drivetrain are what sets this bike apart from the other Harleys I've owned. Still love my 2009 FLHP as well!
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Re: First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« Reply #1 on: September 24, 2012, 08:50:16 AM »
Glad you like ihe bike! Let the mods begin.
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Re: First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« Reply #2 on: September 24, 2012, 10:50:38 AM »
Quote from: kojak2 on September 24, 2012, 08:29:56 AM
Took my new RG for a 300 mile ride this weekend with a couple of buddies through the twisties in western MD/Pa.
1. Awesome handling bike. Surefooted, scraped the footboards few times, tracks where you want it to go. I am an ape hanger guy but I dont think I'm going to mess up the stock setup and/or change shocks etc.2. Didnt wind up the rpm's past 3500, still under 500 total miles. Good torque, smooth shifting with the hydraulic clutch and the stock exhaust....love the growl, just wish it was about 20% louder. Slipons definately at the 1000 mile service.
3. Fit and Finish, what you would expect in a super premium bike. Nice touches all over like the chrome under the footboards, liners in the glovebox.
4. Stereo is decent. Saddlebag speakers are useless at any speed over 30 mph. I mostly used the ipod, you can view/change playlists on the head unit. Can really hear the fairing tweeters kick in.
5. Seat is comfy enough, ergonomics were great for me at 6'1" and 205lb. If you are really tall/big, an ultra probably would be a better choice.
Overall, handling, finish and drivetrain are what sets this bike apart from the other Harleys I've owned. Still love my 2009 FLHP as well!

I have heard this before, and I'm sure U mean it, BUT, I would like to make a small bet with U that U cannot leave it stock! A nickle a change(on the bike) would be the ongoing bet,  ie a way for me to make a bet on a sure thing!!   ;)
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Re: First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« Reply #3 on: September 25, 2012, 12:07:26 PM »
Did your saddlebags come with liners?
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Re: First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« Reply #4 on: September 25, 2012, 02:22:46 PM »
Quote from: inferno1976 on September 25, 2012, 12:07:26 PM
Did your saddlebags come with liners?
Mine did.
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Re: First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« Reply #5 on: September 25, 2012, 02:58:20 PM »
Mine too
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Re: First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« Reply #6 on: September 25, 2012, 03:00:53 PM »
The gold/green one is awsome!!!! That is the best yet as far as I am concerned ! We rolled it outside in the sun and the green in this FLTRXSE is beautiful! And color changing as well!
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Re: First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« Reply #7 on: September 25, 2012, 03:55:18 PM »
Only one thing to say:

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Re: First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« Reply #8 on: September 25, 2012, 10:05:47 PM »
Here is a picture of my Roman Gold / Emerald Green FLTRXSE2 to hold everyone over until more pictures are posted  :jack:
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Re: First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« Reply #9 on: September 25, 2012, 11:42:05 PM »


Yes,   :jack:   But very nice!  Enjoy!  Come on kojak2!   :huepfenlol2:
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Re: First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« Reply #10 on: September 26, 2012, 12:42:06 AM »
Sorry, working lots of hours. Bike and a messy garage!
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Re: First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« Reply #11 on: September 26, 2012, 12:55:30 AM »
one more
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Re: First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« Reply #12 on: September 26, 2012, 12:56:33 AM »
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Re: First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« Reply #13 on: September 26, 2012, 01:17:25 AM »
 :2vrolijk_21:     :2vrolijk_21:    Thanks!
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Re: First Impressions: 2013 CVO RG
« Reply #14 on: September 26, 2012, 10:03:18 AM »
Luggage bags or liners, my 13 orange didn't. If your did I need to make a phone call. Also they said no Gold Key this year.
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