2014 Tri-Glide Thread

[Sloufoot]

I was told the reason HD made the changes was to comply with MANDATED government regulations. True or False?

All that depends on your opinion.......
If you think it is the best idea, Harley will claim it was their idea...
If you think it is a piece of c#%p Harley will tell you it was the only way they could meet the EPA mandates.......
pepper

[skuuter]

Just got back from picking up my TG from the shop. 2 more 2014 Ultras going out the door while I was there. Really nice silver and blue on each one.. Both liquid cooled...they were trying to figure out the touch screen...you can change the selection of backlight colors, it tells you what band is playing the music, has the slot for an Ipod or cell phone..you cannot install the windshield pockets...the configuration will not allow it. I do like the tourpac though...comes with the LED light bar that I had to pay 500 bucks for and then pay more to get it installed. The rear lighting does look very nice. The lid tether is a canvas like material now...will prob still break down the line sometime. I don't like the standard GPS on the touch screen being so far down ...you have to take your eyes off the road too long to look at it. I like mine mounted up on the handlebars for easier glancing to see it. The vent opening on the lowers appears to be smaller than what we have...might be less air coming thru there now but with liquid cooling,, you wont need it. The stereo sounds amazing for just factory install...I mean it reeeaaally sounds great...Gets louder the faster you go also.. Just some random thoughts. OH...Had a 2014 orange Fat Boy sittin' there...I liked that a lot....Sales guy told me that the guy that rolled outta there last night with his Ultra came in this afternoon with 300 miles on it!! Ha ha!!! He said you would not believe how much cooler the right side of the motor was...you could put your leg right up against it with no problem...

This ALL sounds GREAT...THANKS for the Updates.....

[msocko3]

I was told the reason HD made the changes was to comply with MANDATED government regulations. True or False?

I would thing if it is a government mandated change they would be doing it to more than just 3 of the touring models. I applaud them, its a long over due change and a giant step in the right direction.

[skuuter]

I wonder how those brakes would handle rain and snow. There are times I use only the rear brakes since the front would lock right up. Seems like they took that choice away. I'd wait a couple years before trusting any radical redesign.

This Same Type System has worked Great on Honda Gold Wings and VTX1800s for years...I've always liked it from day one.....

[msocko3]

I think its a good idea, I've seen so many people come to a stop using only rear brakes, they they wonder why they get short pad life. The linked system isn't anything new to the industry, I have it on my Goldwing and have no problems.

[skuuter]

I think its a good idea, I've seen so many people come to a stop using only rear brakes, they they wonder why they get short pad life. The linked system isn't anything new to the industry, I have it on my Goldwing and have no problems.

Yep, the "Major Engineering" had already been done...just needed to add the design with no "first time teething issues".....

[trikermutha]

I would thing if it is a government mandated change they would be doing it to more than just 3 of the touring models. I applaud them, its a long over due change and a giant step in the right direction.

I agree..Some great improvements and articles on the new 2014 models coming out.

Hope to test ride one soon!!

[trikermutha]

Hydraulic clutch too and many more improvements..

[kkaykk]

Myself,,,I like the new stuff....


I am with you on new stuff also. Will stay on side lines a few years, more because I have an 11 and not ready for a new one quite yet.
Will be interested in seeing one in trike form and how it rides out stock.
Dennis

+1

[Trent]

I would thing if it is a government mandated change they would be doing it to more than just 3 of the touring models. I applaud them, its a long over due change and a giant step in the right direction.

You are correct M3...No gubmint goons involved in the changes. It was just time to make some updates. Victory, Indian, Triumph, Honda, Yamaha,,all have made a lotta very good changes the last few years and these brands are very attractive to buyers now, as you well know . Starting to see more and more of the competition around here in this HD dominated Idaho landscape.

[JJHog]

Have a deposit on a 2014 waiting for it to come in. Talked to dealer today they said they will know in the next few days when the trikes will arrive. The come on a different shipment from the bikes. He said he did not know of any trikes in the area yet.

Congrats Moe. Looking forward to your reviews.

[bikerbillone]

Don't hear anything about cooling fans at idle. Seems those radiators will restrict air flow at idle. Guess Harley has it all figured out.

[GARYD]

Raxus, the part# is 53667-89A The flag pole for the sissy bar mounting fits perfectly on the 2 verticle bars on the guard rail with 4 black tie wraps. This way you don't have to use those "clip on" flag poles on the TP.

Someone gave me the poles a few years ago an I experimented with them and found out about this setup and have had the poles there ever since. If you want I can take some pics.

[Trent]

Well,,,if you are sitting there at idle, there is no air flow anyway...

[JimmyDee]

Like to see some new solid colors..

Yea...like White.!

[Postal Trucker]

I was at my dealer last night looking at the changes in the Street Glide version. This one was not water cooled, but talking with the owner, this new Rushmore engine provides 10 more horsepower and more torgue (they Dynoed this one to satisfy their curiosity). The new Air Cleaner looks more breathable and better design than previous models from the factory.

As for air flow for the radiators at idle, the owner did say there were cooling fans for them.

[Bushman4]

Not yet but am looking forward to doing so. I understand from my local dealer there are substantial improvements.

[Bushman4]

I'm sure some HD purists will think this is the end of civilization however this is just catching up with late 20th century technology and what every other manufacturer decided long ago, water cooling is the way to go.

[Strohkr]

Hmmmmm.....
I was thinking of trading my 2013 for a new 2014 - think I would've if it would've been a Screamn' Eagle with a 120"! Now I'll prolly wait a couple of years and let the MoCo get the "bugs" outa the new system - you know there are gonna be some - there always are! And I really do like the option of removing the lowers - I like the look much better with 'em off.
Oh well......To each his own I guess

[Frang]

Not for me. If I can't take the lowers off I don't want it!