I had a day to ride a Harley Davidson Street Glide. The trip was 8 hours and 160 miles all over Hawai'i's Oahu Island.The bike had 103 engine with 6 speed transmission - i think it was 2012 model. Although it already had oil leak at 33,000 miles, my experience was very positive. The fastest I rode was about 70 mph on H-1 - very smooth. I was caught in the shower for about 15 min. without any traction issues. I liked it a lot. I need one in my garage.
Things I liked are ...
- It has plenty power. And the power seems to be pretty even throughout the rpm.
- Clutch was VERY light. I can commute on it all day.
- ABS
- Stereo with AUX input
- Cruise Control - Worked very well, just like my GoldWing.
- Batwing fairing protecting from wind
- Pretty stable even in rain.
- I LOVE heel/toe shifter.
- Nice metalic blue paint
Things I didn't like...
- oil leak
- doesn't idle that well - FI HD's seems to have this problem.
- sidebags are too narrow - a half shell helmet didn't fit.
- didn't have the reverse - I know I'm spoiled.
- didn't have the rear speakers.
- left foot position - a bit awkward with the heel shifter peg.
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*This bike was rented from Chase Hawaii Rentals, 138 Uluniu Ave in Waikiki - very friendly place and competitive $$.
http://chasemotorcyclerentals.com/
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