2011 Harley Davidson Road Glide Ultra Touring - New Lower Price! on 2040-motos

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I am offering my brother's 2011 Vivid Black Road Glide Ultra Touring bike for sale. This is an immaculate adult ridden bike with only 2737 miles. The miles will change with demos and riding between now and auction close. My brother is an absolute fanatic about taking care of his bikes and with only 2737 miles, this is no exception. This bike has always been pampered and garage kept. It gets washed with care, blown dry, polished, and waxed after every trip.

My brother trades bikes like he changes his underwear and it's that time again, so he's asked me to offer his bike for sale on eBay.  

This bike is absolutely beautiful and has no flaws that I know of, and is in immaculate condition. If you see it, you’ll buy it!

This Road Glide is loaded with every option you can think of (see below), but he’s added foot pegs for riding comfort, smoked turn signal lenses, a “Bright Ass” brake light for rider safety and visibility, a Ram Mount for an iPhone 4 (or earlier) for XM music and GPS, a Klock Werks windscreen, a Corbin seat with a riders back rest for rider and passenger comfort, Heritage handlebars, highway lights, a set of the best sounding pipes on the market…True Extreme Dual Rinehart 4” pipes with a high flow breather, and a SuperTuner race tuner for performance.

Below is a Preview of the Road Glide Ultra Touring, if you’re already familiar with the bike just skip to the bottom for bidding information.

Preview

The world of Harley-Davidson Touring motorcycles ride on the rubber-mounted FL chassis including the Sharknose fairing on the Road Glide (RG). Since the new bagger frame design in '09, H-D has steadily refined other aspects of the bikes, such as the 2011 Road Glide Ultra and the availability of a larger 103 cubic inch motor. For 2011 H-D focused attention on the Road Glide.

The Basics

At first glance the main difference between an Electra Glide (EG) and an Road Glide (RG) is the headlight arrangement in the fairing. The EG has a single unit while the RG has two. Although the RG fairing was introduced on the 1979 Tour Glide (10 years after the Batwing), its modern, sculpted look is often more reminiscent (and derided by many H-D traditionalists) of a foreign-made motorcycle. Other than aesthetics the major difference between the two Touring fairings is how they attach to the motorcycle; the Batwing is mounted directly to the forks and turns with the handlebars, whereas the Sharknose fairing is rigidly mounted to the frame and remains fixed regardless of handlebar movement. The fixed fairing necessitated dual headlights as the lights are always pointed straight ahead which is not the case on an EG.

The main goal behind the fixed fairing design is stability. Some riders feel the extra weight of a fork mounted fairing affects steering and handling, especially in a strong crosswind. Much of the turbulence from the road or wind can be transmitted directly to the handlebars while the frame mounted unit transfers unwanted energy directly to the frame. Additionally, some find the fork mounted fairing harder to maneuver at slow speeds since the rider needs to turn the fairing as well as the frontend components.

This RG carries the Ultra moniker that adds accessories usually reserved for the top of the line machines. Amenities included with Ultra designated RG include lower fairings attached to the engine guard, Tour-Pak trunk with audio, CB radio, cruise control, intercom, and mid-frame air deflectors.

Perhaps the biggest bonus going for the FLTRU (the U is for Ultra) is the addition of the PowerPak setup. The PowerPak is the triple goody bag of 103ci (1690cc) motor, ABS brake system, and the hands-free fob Smart Security System. There is no option to get the RG Ultra without the PowerPak. It's a great value direct from the factory as equipping other eligible models with these three options would set you back $1,995, or $1,195 for just the security package plus ABS.

Cockpit and Seating

Spacious and comfortable are the first two adjectives that come to mind when first throwing a leg over this machine. Since the bars and fork need to swing within the fairing the windscreen, gauges, and radio are further away from the rider than on an EG.

Within the inner fairing lies the speedometer with multiple trip functions, tachometer, and gauges for fuel, oil pressure, ambient temperature, and battery voltage, along with the audio head unit and speakers. Surprisingly, there's even an old school, 12V, cigarette lighter-smoke 'em if ya got 'em! It can also be used for other reasons, like charging a cell phone. ,

Being a Touring bike comfort is important and the new two-up seat fits the bill with a shape that improves reach to the ground. With sitting just over 27 inches off the ground it is easy to sit flat-footed while stopped. An added feature is increased lower back support that cradles you in the seat. Passenger accommodations are roomy and the Tour-Pak provides a built in backrest with wrap-around armrests. Additionally, the passenger has roomy floorboards to rest their feet.

Audio and Electronics

Cruise control is a nice feature to have during the long haul. With nicely integrated, intuitive controls under the right handgrip it's possible to engage/disengage the cruise, and alter your speed without taking your eyes ff the road. The system is amongst the best in the motorcycle world and works flawlessly combined with the Electronic Throttle Control in H-D parlance. Otherwise known as fly- or ride-by-wire, there are no throttle cables to control the air and gas into the motor. A sophisticated computer controls all aspects of gas mixing via a motor in the throttle body through the magic of electrical wires as you twist the grip.

Under both grips are also the controls for the harman/kardon Advanced Audio system with AM/FM, CD, mp3/AUX, intercom and CB capabilities. 80 total watts of power are distributed to four speakers: two within the fairing and another pair mounted to the sides of the Tour-Pak. Independent control of bass/treble, fade, balance, and speed-specific volume control is easy to adjust. Passenger audio controls mounted to the Tour-Pak also. Even at highway speeds with helmet the audio is easily heard and sounds darn good.

Harman/kardon is renowned for its high-quality audio components and the tried and true h/k H-D system does not disappoint. With the auxiliary input on the front of the radio it's easy to plug in any mp3 device. Road surface and bumps had no effect on playing CD's.

Storage

One of the biggest selling points of a bagger is how much stuff can you pack on/into it; To start off with, the, RG Ultra has hard, locking saddlebags, a spacious King Tour-Pak, as well as storage in the adjustable-vented lowers and two convenient compartments on either side of the fairing. In this case Ultra definitely stands for capacity. Best of all it is usable capacity. Other brands lay claim to (mathematically) have more storage space, but on H-D Touring rigs it's space that can easily and safely hold gear. The top-loading saddlebags keep your gear dry, safe, and accessible while on the road or commuting. On the safety front, the Tour-Pak features wraparound tail/brake lights.

Motor and Transmission

At the heart of the new RG Ultra is the 103ci big bore Twin Cam motor that's more than capable of fast launches as well as uphill passing. The black powdercoated engine with chrome accents has plenty of real-world torque thanks in part to its gearing. Like all Big-Twins, motor power is transmitted to the rear wheel via the Six-speed Cruise Drive transmission operated by a light-pull, mechanically actuated clutch. A lower downtube-mounted oil cooler additionally helps keep the air-cooled motor happy.

Electronic fuel injection brings the motor to life as expelled hydrocarbons exit via the
True Dual 4” Rinehart Exhaust System culminating in tapered mufflers hugging each side of the beefy swingarm. For a HD, the Rinehart exhaust are the best sounding pipes on the market, not to mention the increased horsepower.  

Chassis, Suspension, Brakes

Felt vibration is kept to a minimum through the rubbermounted attachment of the motor to the frame. A four-point motor mount system (including the transmission) reduces rider fatigue during the long haul. The two-piece frame is suspended with twin, air-adjustable shocks in the back and a conventional, non-adjustable fork with triple-circuit damping. Suspension feel is plush yet a bit soft for spirited riding; the front end is particularly undersprung, diving under heavy braking and damping is average. This isn't necessarily a knock on the handling as the bike is a luxury tourer, not a sport-designed machine. The RG Ultra weighs in at a claimed 888 pounds yet rides like a much lighter bike.

Out back, the rear shocks do an adequate job of soaking up the bumps while still giving the road-feel back to the rider. Adjustable from 0 to 50 psi via a hand air pump the shocks can be adjusted for load and riding style, I always pump mine up to the max, as I feel there's usually too much weight towards the rear, especially when packed with gear and riding two-up.

Braking is amazing thanks to the triple disc setup and four-piston Brembo calipers. Feel through the brake lever is smooth and linear allowing good modulation of the front brakes. When the situation dictates and maximum stopping is needed the ABS system kicks in and hauls the bike down fast. This feature is especially nice when riding in the rain. Having ABS gives riders a chance to focus on getting out of a hairy situation and not have to worry about sliding either tire from a lockup. When the passive ABS activates there is a gentle pulsation transmitted through the brake lever(s). In addition, there is no linked braking so, for example, if the rear brake is stomped and the ABS comes on the front brakes are unaffected.

On the Road

Harley gave the people what they wanted in this ride and delivered the goods for the touring enthusiast. Riding the RG Ultra is a luxurious endeavor and begs you to want to get out on the open road. I'll reiterate plush and comfortable and throw in utilitarian at the same time. Whether your idea of a great ride is a Sunday putt around suburbia, the grid of the city, or taking a vacation this motorcycle can do it all. With six gallons of onboard fuel it's easy to cover more than 200 miles between stops.

Ground clearance and lean angle is more than adequate for most riders. Even when railing on the floorboards, the bike maintains stability and predictability. The Dunlop Multi-Tread tires gripped the road well whether the conditions were cold and/or rainy.

Speaking of rain, the lower fairings did a good job protecting my feet. Although the lowers do provide some wind protection when the vents are closed they also seal in some of the engine heat. This is great during the winter but even with the vents fully opened there is still more felt heat than without the lowers.

BIDDING

You are bidding on a 2011 Harley-Davidson Road Glide Ultra Touring with 2737 pampered miles. This bike does not have any factory warranty, to my knowledge and I do not offer any type warranty written or implied, however you may purchase an extended service policy from any Harley Dealer for the period of up to 5 years with unlimited miles.

If you need financing, Harley offers a “Buyer’s Assistance” program. Harley-Davidson of Atlanta has offered to finance it and do all the paperwork, if you are interested. Or I’m sure your local Harley Dealer will do the same.

This bike is currently financed with Harley Finance and as soon as it sells, I will pay it off. It takes 10-14 days to receive the title from Harley Finance.

The winning bidder will be require to pay a $500 deposit at auction close and pay in full within 10-14 days of auction close.

The bike advertised locally and I reserve the right to end this auction at anytime, if it sells locally.

If you have any questions or if you would like to see and ride the bike before bidding, please feel free to contact me anytime through eBay. email, or my cell: 404-808-6995.

Thanks for looking and Good Luck!