2020 FW

[Ridernut]

Comparing the 19 to the 20 Freewheeler. The 20 shows the reflex defensive rider system (RDRS) and the 19 shows "Electronically linked brakes,ABS and traction control provide enhanced cornering capability" I wonder if there's any difference or did they give it a fancy new name?

[LadyonaMission]

Comparing the 19 to the 20 Freewheeler. The 20 shows the reflex defensive rider system (RDRS) and the 19 shows "Electronically linked brakes,ABS and traction control provide enhanced cornering capability" I wonder if there's any difference or did they give it a fancy new name?

I do not have clue; however, RDRS does sound like made up politically correct BS.

[RFG7680]

Comparing the 19 to the 20 Freewheeler. The 20 shows the reflex defensive rider system (RDRS) and the 19 shows "Electronically linked brakes,ABS and traction control provide enhanced cornering capability" I wonder if there's any difference or did they give it a fancy new name?

I'd bet it's one in the same.

[arnie]

what I understand is, when you come to a stop on an incline, it will automatically hold the brake for you. That was what one dealer told me.

[RFG7680]

what I understand is, when you come to a stop on an incline, it will automatically hold the brake for you. That was what one dealer told me.

I'll dig out my manual. See how it works. I was told mine has hill assist. Dont need it so I never tried it.

[RickDeVon]

I do not have clue; however, RDRS does sound like made up politically correct BS.

RDRS...the system is not new...Harley is just now catching up...they are now being made so the new kids won't kill themselves...remember the older bikes w/o ABS...hit the breaks wrong and not knowing what you are doing and you will go down...

[Jack Klarich]

RDRS...the system is not new...Harley is just now catching up...they are now being made so the new kids won't kill themselves...remember the older bikes w/o ABS...hit the breaks wrong and not knowing what you are doing and you will go down...

The latest copy of Hog Magazine has a good write up on how all the new features work

[Sunman]

The latest copy of Hog Magazine has a good write up on how all the new features work

Yep, good article but after reading it I am not sure why I need it. Technology is great but being I am pretty much old school I don't want to pay for technology I don't want or need. A lot of the technology "improvements" are distractions for the driver and are driving the costs up more and more for motorcycles, cars and trucks. One reason I ride a motorcycle is to relax and I don't want to answer the phone or use a touch screen while I am riding. Seems like all of these "improvements" are out of control. Why don't they focus on just building a good dependable machine (no oil migration issues, etc.)? Anyway, just my opinion. Rant over.

Sunman

[LadyonaMission]

Yep, good article but after reading it I am not sure why I need it. Technology is great but being I am pretty much old school I don't want to pay for technology I don't want or need. A lot of the technology "improvements" are distractions for the driver and are driving the costs up more and more for motorcycles, cars and trucks. One reason I ride a motorcycle is to relax and I don't want to answer the phone or use a touch screen while I am riding. Seems like all of these "improvements" are out of control. Why don't they focus on just building a good dependable machine (no oil migration issues, etc.)? Anyway, just my opinion. Rant over.

Sunman

I do love my GPS when I am out and about, but that's all I need.