2010,A real let down.

Jan,2010 got my first Harley Trike. I have always loved HARLEY DAVIDSON.NOT SO WITH THE TRI-GLIDE ULTRA CLASSIC.Yes it has all the bells and whisles,reverse(electric) etc.etc. Ps the reverse has already had service performed. The trike has less then 600 miles on it.

I am now trying to find out why ...I can ride about 80 miles,with a reportedly 6 gal tank and have to refuel. Tank will read MT. go figure... Book states 48 hwy,33 city. LOLOL.I wish. I could get that. no where near that hwy or city.
I STILL LOve my HARLEY, BUT i am dissapointed. SHAME ON YOU HARLEY. I NEED MY SCOOTER FIXED OR YOU CAN HAVE IT BACK. NUFF SAID. Read Full Review

Disappointing

1. Spec sheet states 33 city, 48 highway. We could not get even the low 33 mpg mileage for 90% highway miles, 2 passengers, high octane fuel and ideal Florida winter weather conditions during the first 1600 miles.

2. The exceptionally tight clutch interferred with smooth operation. The dealer would... not fix it until 1000 miles.
3. It has put-put performance. Sixth gear bogs down the motor and is useless. There is no passing power. Plan to spend a lot more money to overcome the extremely poor performance.
4. The seat is as uncomfortable as a cheap basic bike. Plan to spend a lot more money to replace it.
5. The warranty is proving almost worthless. It did not not cover the clutch adjustment or other 1000 mile adjustments. Almost anything you will want to add or change will void the warranty.
6. Plan to spend a lot more money for check-up visits. Tri Glides take longer to work on.
7. It has a hot catalytic converter.
Overall we are disappointed and do not recommend this model unless you face these facts and decide you must have a Harley trike no matter what. Read Full Review

Better than expected!

This is only our second Harley Davidson, so I don't profess to be an expert on the machine. I've owned numerous 750cc Japanese models and a 1 liter German bike over the years and like my Harley(s) the best.

My wife can't ride, on my 2004 Dyna, for 20 miles without suffering a lot of pain due to art...hritis, etc. This is even after a seat change, wide backrest and passenger floorboards. Because of this, we opted to spring for the Tri Glide.
The Tri Glide is exceptionally comfortable for both of us. There appears to be plenty of back support for me and she was only tired, not sore, after a 200 mile trip a couple weeks ago.
Fuel mileage has averaged from around 28 mpg city/highway to 38 mpg highway. I don't really expect to see the mid 40's at this point.
Reverse has been totally trouble free and the trike has not suffered from any of the trunk leaking problems of the 2009 models.
The heat from the catalytic converter does concern me as it does get really hot. Our riding gear has minimized most of that issue, but I have considered a head pipe replacement from time to time.
Power output does seem to be rather wimpy for an engine 15 cubic inches larger than on my Dyna. I just need to adapt my highway driving technique a bit. As for 6th gear, the wife and I have taken some of the steepest hills in the area with the trike on cruise with no need to downshift, so far. You won't be passing anyone on those hills, however, while in 6th gear.
Overall, we're still extremely happy with our decision to make this major purchase. Read Full Review

First Impression

I have been riding motorcycles all of my life. My first Harley was back in 1965, a 1954 Panhead ridged frame. Owned and ridden them all since including Honda, Yamaha, BMW, Triumph, etc.



Rode my first Harley trike on 4/11/2010 and bought it after the ride. Only 412 miles on it since 4/11/2010....

First impressions....I am getting about 33 MPH, over all. Sufficient power and a high degree of comfort for the rider as well as the passenger. Had a stage one service on the bike right away with true duel headers and Python mufflers. This did help the power noticibly over the corked up stock set up. It is a bit loud but what the heck....

Harley could have increased the rake angle a bit more because it does understeer a bit at moderate speeds in tight turns, but for the most part it handles reasonably well in the twisties and is an exceptional bike on the flats straight areas.

Plenty of power and you just can't beat the looks.

I am happy at this point with the purchase and the product...remembere we are only 10 days and 400 miles out of the dealership but this is my 15th or so Harley.

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2010 HarleyTri Glide Issues

I have had my 2010 Tri Glide since August and I have issues with the excessive heat on the right side of the bike. I received burns on my right leg from the exhaust heat. I have contacted the dealer, manufacturer and the Natio nal Highway Safety Adminstration. The only one who has ask more details i...s the NHTSA. There seems to be some serious issues with the 2010 and I hope they are addresssed soon. Fuel estimates are mis-stated. The bike is a beautiful bike and I hope to get the pleasure out of it that is expected. Read Full Review