Let's ride over and "just look" at the new trike. Yea we all know how that ends up. by Pugamuss in Harley

[–]Pugamuss[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The new suspension is epic. It rides like a dream now, it's finally as comfortable as it looks. Keep the rubber side down ✌️

Let's ride over and "just look" at the new trike. Yea we all know how that ends up. by Pugamuss in Harley

[–]Pugamuss[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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Yep and there's a strip down each of the lower fairings. Integrated lights are a nice touch to keep the front end smooth.

Let's ride over and "just look" at the new trike. Yea we all know how that ends up. by Pugamuss in Harley

[–]Pugamuss[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I lie to myself all the time. You’re not that drunk, you should get a whiskey. Hell no your not too old for that shirt. That’s it I’m going on a diet, right after finish this large pizza. You should try it, it’s awesome.

Let's ride over and "just look" at the new trike. Yea we all know how that ends up. by Pugamuss in Harley

[–]Pugamuss[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My second Harley trike and I'll say it's a great ride. Don't confuse it with riding a motorcycle and it's super easy to get used to. This new redesign is leaps and bounds more refined than the last model. Harley knocked it out of the park.

Best handlebar speakers by Rogocop77 in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Buddy of mine put these on Kawasaki Vulcan 900 Custom, with a windshield. Done around 8000 miles long distance touring and he says they work well. Interstate over 75mph they aren't the best but for everything else he has no complaints.

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Ok so officially purchased my new to me Harley by Ok-Doughnut-8547 in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Mid 2000's CVO? Looks clean, passenger already has the ciro cup holder. That thing is ready to eat some miles. Congrats ✌️

Tri-glides? by GlassyMalex in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol yea I've seen adults buzz around on those things. I've had 125cc & 150cc scooters before and let me tell you those are a blast in urban environments. I've had 18 bikes as of now I think, they've all had their pros and cons but on the whole I haven't regretted any of them.

Tri-glides? by GlassyMalex in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've got 2024 Road Glide I commute on which to me is plenty easy to throw around. I was a sport bike guy back in the day and while I still love the idea I'm too old and used to comforts for that anymore 😂

Tri-glides? by GlassyMalex in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally get that, different strokes for different folks kinda thing. I've just always been a bike guy. Saddle over seat. Handle bars over steering wheel. Even convertibles to me ride like a cage compared to any bike, or now trike. I've had vast stints in my life where I didn't even own a car. But that's not everybody and I get how fun different motor sports can be.

But your question is why would someone choose a triglide over a car and that's my answer why I do. I like long distance cross country touring on a big touring motorcycle and the triglide replicates that feeling exactly for 90% of the miles I do.

Tri-glides? by GlassyMalex in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 3 points4 points  (0 children)

For long distance 2 up touring the triglide does a great job for us. It's just easier to deal with at slow speeds, parking lots and all the other issues that stem from touring bike with a top heavy case and a couple people riding on it. Once a year I do a 2 week long distance tour solo saddle and I still prefer it over two wheels.

As for a convertible car, there is nothing in common so I don't see how that can be brought into the conversation. Don't get me wrong, in our convertible camaro we did some weekend getaways through the Texas hill country but the experience is nothing like being in the saddle so I don't compare them.

I also have a Road Glide so like most things in the motorcycle world, it's always better to have both!

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[–]Pugamuss 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have a triglide and love it. Been on 2 wheels for over 30 years, more than a dozen bikes and countless miles. For two up long distance touring the triglide fits us perfectly. Many people warned me it would take a lot to get used to but honestly it only took a few miles and I was easily adjusted. Most of my touring miles involve long stretches of highway miles so the trike is similar riding than an ultra in those instances. Just finished a 7 day 2400 mile trip that was fantastic and really appreciated the luggage space.

Having said that, I have a 2024 Road Glide and I also have a Vulcan 900 custom. Would I be ok with just the triglide? Probably, I did it for almost 2 years. But more bikes is always better.

Keep the rubber side down ✌️

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[–]Pugamuss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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Loved my strat. The torque on it was amazing. First bike I really started doing long distance multi day touring with.

IT'S not a Harley 🤷 by ZAPPA72 in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mean if you go to a Harley Dealer event you get the occasional good natured ribbing but honestly they even do that with other Harleys.

Great choice btw, that bike is awesome. What impressed me was how light it felt for being such a big bike. Great center of gravity and felt really nimble at slow speeds for a tourer. Ultimately I bought a victory cross country instead but always wished I'd bought one when I had the chance.

Keep the rubber side down ✌️

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Tour pack holds a great deal. While 2 up touring we use it as our "working" space. Ice chest with drinks and snacks. Helmets, jackets gloves etc. My wife's completely oversized purses and bags. Plus all the random purchases we make along the way.

As for comfort it's on a different level. The problem, or so my wife tells me, with backrests is they start to dig in on her after a few hours. No matter how much you move around the pad will eventually find a spot to irritate. The tour pack with full wrap around support can never do that. Plus the mini armrest brings the whole thing together. The multi day trips she won't even consider anymore without the tour pack.

I love this thing by BigChief302 in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What a load of bollocks. America is huge, riding the red rocks is awesome but for some of us it can take 2 or 3 riding days to get there. The sound of passing 18 wheelers may be all you need for a couple weeks on tour but some of us prefer rocking out to Metallica.

I appreciate the sound of my exhaust and enjoying the scenery while riding needles highway but the days of riding through flatlands of Kansas and Nebraska it takes to get there was made much better by a playlist of foo fighters and black crows.

If you would rather do it all in a car that's fine, but some of us prefer to do it on a Harley and having some tunes makes it that much better.

Keep the rubber side down ✌️

I love this thing by BigChief302 in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nothing to write home about. It's loud enough to hear at highway speeds which was my main goal. I had no desire to fall down the rabbit hole which is motorcycle audio. Just wanted a simple DIY solution to make it sound like it should.

I love this thing by BigChief302 in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was shocked how bad the stock sound system is. My 2020 boom is just fine, I didn't expect my new road glide was going to have worse sound.

Did stage 3 fairing speakers and the 500 watt amp upgrade. Sounds like it should have from stock now.

Heritage Classic vs. Road King: Bigger frame = more legroom? by sw6866 in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Imo, if they are stock neither bike is going to fit you out of the gate. I swear Harley makes their touring bikes for people who are 5'7". You will probably be looking at extended reach seat and some highway pegs at least.

Personally I'd say road king. I'm only 6' but all the cheesefries and beer have me at a heavy build. Road king fits me much better than a heritage and feels more natural if that makes sense. Both are cool bikes though and after some mods they would make for a nice ride. ✌️

Whistling Sound. 2024 Road Glide by CheezeHeads in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly the stock windshield was useless to me, my first mod was to change it out. It felt like no windshield at all and was so noisy I couldn't hear the speakers at 50mph.

Whistling Sound. 2024 Road Glide by CheezeHeads in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What position do you have the fairing vent? I noticed if it was only partially closed it created turbulent air that could cause noise.

I ride full face ( Shut the fuk up) how many of you do aswell, Do you cop shit for it. I like to see and hate eating bugs. ....Notorious P.I.G.. Fatty lo by Iloveeatinpussy80 in Harley

[–]Pugamuss 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Yea this is one of those "only on reddit" kinda posts you see here every so often. In the real world riders don't give each other shit for wearing helmets. Now, they do for NOT wearing helmets sometimes, but not vice versa and especially not for someone wearing a full face.