2018 Harley Trike possibilities

[Lu..]

There’s a lot of rumors for 2018 (ie., new frame, etc..). In addition, MoCo is saying they are going to release 100 models in 10 years, would love to see a Road Glide Trike. Just curious of other member’s thoughts and what they think MoCo should release to enhance the Trike line.

 

[Bubba49]

A trike with independent rear suspension would be nice.

Bubba

 

[DK Custom Products]

I too have heard the rumors of the new frame...a "common core" frame that would be shared by the Touring, Dyna and Softail family. I am waiting til this August to see if they come out with it this year.

A Road Glide Trike would be cool.

Kevin

 

[Buddycoyote]

A Road Glide trike would be too cool.

 

[Mykneesbehurtin]

A road Glide trike would cause to have to delay my retirement for a couple years.

 

[MB1953]

There are a lot of possibilities for the '18s that could make me delay my retirement for a few years... just don't tell my wife!:gah:

 

[pioneer11]

If I didn't already have a Freewheeler I would be interested on a Sportster based trike for a lot less money, say under $15,000

 

[Booggerbe]

There’s a lot of rumors for 2018 (ie., new frame, etc..). In addition, MoCo is saying they are going to release 100 models in 10 years, would love to see a Road Glide Trike. Just curious of other member’s thoughts and what they think MoCo should release to enhance the Trike line.

Lu , You thinking of a Road Glide maybe like this . Booggerbe (Ron)

 

[Gone2Three]

That is one sweet looking Trike Ron! ThumbUp

Yeah I would buy that :clapping:

 

[Gorilla]

NICE Ron

 

[Trampas]

Looking forward to the 2018 to see what is done. I'm retired so I won't have to work any longer, LOL

Ok, tell me why everyone wants a Road Glide trike, not sure what the draw is there I guess, I know even the 2 wheeler crowd wants them over the ultra, so I guess I will wait and maybe somebody can explain this.

All for now Trampas

 

[David357]

Ron,

That is one classy looking trike.ThumbUp

 

[frostbite51]

One complaint I always hear at new model time is no CVO Triglide. That would push the price to what? $45-$50K? A lot of money for a bigger engine, more chrome and some paint. Maybe HD will tick off all those people and make a CVO Freewheeler... :laugh:

 

[MB1953]

One complaint I always hear at new model time is no CVO Triglide. That would push the price to what? $45-$50K? A lot of money for a bigger engine, more chrome and some paint. Maybe HD will tick off all those people and make a CVO Freewheeler... :laugh:

The local dealer here built one for a customer who bought a brand new '17... no trick paint (good old HD Vivid Black), but a 114" M8 motor loaded with SE black heads, intake, cam and Street Cannons, with a tune to go along with it. They said that after he got it broken in, rolling on the throttle in second gear just stood it right up! Only added $5K to the tag, and I guess he is a happy boy!

 

[Mykneesbehurtin]

As far as the draw to a Road Glide for me my last two two wheelers were Road Glides.I prefer the look of the fairing over the bat wing.If you put in some serious seat time on a Road Glide you will notice that IMO they handle better than a bat wing,it doesn't get pushed around as much because of the frame mounted fairing.I bought a 2001 Road Glide new and kept it for 11 years,then traded it for a 2012 and i traded it for my 16 Tri Glide.

 

[Mykneesbehurtin]

Oh and by the way Ron thanks a lot now I have drool on my key board.

 

[Lu..]

As far as the draw to a Road Glide for me my last two two wheelers were Road Glides.I prefer the look of the fairing over the bat wing.If you put in some serious seat time on a Road Glide you will notice that IMO they handle better than a bat wing,it doesn't get pushed around as much because of the frame mounted fairing.I bought a 2001 Road Glide new and kept it for 11 years,then traded it for a 2012 and i traded it for my 16 Tri Glide.

+1. In addition as a big rider, the batwing feels so close to the point of being claustrophobic, the shark fairing also makes the bike look longer and with the Triglide rear, the RG fairing balances out the 3 wheel rig in all angles.

 

[Fozworth]

Why do we care about a new frame? What will it do for us down the road?

 

[Strohkr]

SE Trike

Nice?

Wow - that is absolutely beautiful! I'm in love! Love the Silver!! Want one!!

Yup, a Shark Fairing would make me trade my beloved 2013 - Maybe - I think.

My dealer said a Screamin' Eagle trike would add approximately $10-$15k over the base price of a trike (even more if they added IRS) - so you are right - it'd be within spittin' distance of $50k (or $55-$60k with IRS). Whew - that's a lot of green for trike - even a Harley trike! Although I probably have $40k in my 2013 with all that I've done to it. But with all of that said - I'd probably buy the damn thing:laugh:

 

[56Elwood]

Had to do it, neck hurt LOL

 

[frostbite51]

A little OT, but how hard do you think it would be to put a Road Glide fairing on a Freewheeler?

 

[ol' school]

Awesome looking CSC Road Glide trike, Ron!

 

[ISP-FL]

If the 18's had independent rear suspension and pearl white was a color choice I probably couldn't hold out. Other than that I suspect I'm breaking in my last Harley seat.

 

[MikeyTX]

A trike with independent rear suspension would be nice.

Bubba

This ! If Ford can go IRS on the Mustang, it's time for the Mo Co to get off the dime.

 

[MikeyTX]

Why do we care about a new frame? What will it do for us down the road?

The new frame isn't for us, it's a major way for Harley to cut costs. Will they pass the savings on to us ? I doubt it. :laugh:

 

[Lu..]

If the 18's had independent rear suspension and pearl white was a color choice I probably couldn't hold out. Other than that I suspect I'm breaking in my last Harley seat.

There is a Bonneville Salt Pearl and Denim in the 18 color chart, but it looks like it will not be available for the Triglide, bummer

 

[MikeyTX]

Automatic Transmission

I know this will make some mad. I look forward to an automatic. As I age and my arthritis gets worse, pulling in the clutch lever becomes harder. Also my left knee has had several surgeries. Only the good Lord knows how much longer it will last.

 

[rhino 2]

I know this will make some mad. I look forward to an automatic. As I age and my arthritis gets worse, pulling in the clutch lever becomes harder. Also my left knee has had several surgeries. Only the good Lord knows how much longer it will last.

I'm willing to bet that 80%+ Of Spyder's that are sold come with the auto.....

 

[MikeyTX]

Last year, the Mo-Co did a survey on the subject of how many would buy a trike with an automatic. My response was most definitely would.