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Discussion in 'Motorcycle Tech Talk' started by Dave, Mar 1, 2005.

  1. Dave

    Dave New Member

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    Im looking at a 05 electra glide ultra classic but the bike seems too small for me. Im 6'6 mostly legs,Please help with info .....am I looking at the right bike for my size? What can I do to make it fit me better,My wife's comfort is very important also Thanks

    Dave
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  3. hotroadking

    hotroadking Super Moderator Staff Member

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    Dave,
    Ultras are big bikes, the things you can do are

    1) Custom seat from Mustang or Corbin to move you back a bit
    2) Get rid of the lowers and put highway pegs on the engine guard
    3) Eliminate the floorboards and engine guard and put on aftermarket forward controls (DM at our dealer is your size and did this.
    4) Relocate the Trunk back an inch or two

    All these the dealer can do for you before delivery.
    hotroadking, Mar 1, 2005
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    I agree with HRK's advice.
    I'm 6'7" and I find that unfortunately lowers get in the way with long legs and probably have to be removed.
    If you mostly do long distance highway riding, a thinner seat and some highway pegs may be all you need, since the width of the floorboards also gives you some extra room you don't get with footpegs. But if you are doing city riding or twisties where you want to use the brakes and shift a lot, I recommend switching to extended forward controls. Much easier on the knees.
    Big Ben, Mar 1, 2005
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