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[bbrown]

I test drove and studied both the ultra (ruby)and the roadglide (orange)and really like them both.  I just can not decide.

Which one do you like better and why  

[sadunbar]

I test drove and studied both the ultra (ruby)and the roadglide (orange)and really like them both.  I just can not decide.

Which one do you like better and why  

The Ultra...because most of my miles are on the road with my wife...and the lowers and tour pak on the Ultra make the choice easy for me... 

[miker]

The Ultra...because most of my miles are on the road with my wife...and the lowers and tour pak on the Ultra make the choice easy for me... 

Ditto, even though the SERG is bitchin looking..Both???

[sadunbar]

Ditto, even though the SERG is bitchin looking..Both

That's the best choice!

[BIGDOG]

I have had the pleasure of owning both bikes and I think it depends on how you like to ride . The Road Glide is more stable in the wind due to the fact that the fairing is mounted to the frame. If you are planning on taking a lot of trips them the Ultra would work very well. I took a trip Through Highway 12 at 80 to 85 mph . And the Road Glide handled it with ease no work at all. This year I took the Ultra Through the same road slightly slower and at the end I was ready for a rest. If your not familiar with Highway 12 it is 122 miles of back and forth turns no straight aways , what a blast. Both bikes are great you can't loose. One more thought you could get both and that would really take care of the dilemma.

[Banana man]

ROAD GLIDE. Fairing much better at air management without buffeting. Steering is
lighter feeling without a batwing hanging on it. Just seems to handle better. I also
rode the new orange one and with a larger shield it would be great! If you did the
tourpack and lowers I think it would be better than an ultra.


                        Mark

[MikeD]

Doesn't matter they're going to be delayed anyways! You'll have about six months to decide.

[bbrown]

The Ultra...because most of my miles are on the road with my wife...and the lowers and tour pak on the Ultra make the choice easy for me... 

Sadunar,  Good points   I wish it was 2" lower and there was an easy way to remove the tour pak but with the Amp underneath it makes it difficult. 

There are some issue with the Road glide also .. Like the added costs for add ons and the wind issues

[bbrown]

Ditto, even though the SERG is bitchin looking..Both???

you are my hero ...but that would mean a divorce   

[bbrown]

ROAD GLIDE. Fairing much better at air management without buffeting. Steering is
lighter feeling without a batwing hanging on it. Just seems to handle better. I also
rode the new orange one and with a larger shield it would be great! If you did the
tourpack and lowers I think it would be better than an ultra.


                        Mark

YUP   You are correct but the wind turbulence with the new "wind deflector" is terrible and I am unclear on what windshield will help without taking away form the "curb appeal"

[bbrown]

ROAD GLIDE. Fairing much better at air management without buffeting. Steering is
lighter feeling without a batwing hanging on it. Just seems to handle better. I also
rode the new orange one and with a larger shield it would be great! If you did the
tourpack and lowers I think it would be better than an ultra.


                        Mark

Mark

I agree but now you are at all most the price without the ultra features like heated grips and seat,,,albeit maybe not as cool looking...

[harleyman]

i am currently riding a roadglide 09 my previous bike was a 2008 seultra,the ride of the road glide is alot better for me especially at 80 to 90 miles however for long trips ineed the head sets storage and the sound system thats why i have a red se on order.

[d o g o l s]

The Ultra.........

[rasmusmi]

I've considered both as well and decided on the Ultra. Even though the majority of my riding will be solo, I'm a traditionalist and just like the looks of the Ultra better. I think that's what it boils down to..your gut feeling when you see the bike, and which one "fits and feels" best for YOU. If you're like me and can afford either (the Ultra's about $5K more), consider yourself blessed and fortunate to have that choice! Thank God for our good fortune, this great sport and opportunity! Enjoy, ride safe and God bless...  

[miker]

I still want the O/B SERG to go with my S/B Ultra....Dang...