Only answer if you ride long distances. Going back and forth to the dealer on saturday doesn't count. This is for the real motorcycle people, those who ride more than 10,000 a year.
I've road a number of bikes and for me it is a toss up between Harley Davidson Ultra Classic, Honda Goldwing, and a Kawasaki Nomad.
2006-12-04 12:26:51 · 19 answers · asked by ? 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
I've been riding bikes since 1960 and believe me there are many bikes out there to chose from including Harley,Honda,Yamaha,Suzuki and many more and the only way you will be pleased with your choice is to try them for your self.My self I chose a Harley but that is me, it may not be wright for you.
2006-12-04 13:05:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most Comfortable Touring Motorcycle
2016-11-16 16:56:18 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
the most comfortable bike I've owned is a Goldwing.
I have never ridden the Nomad.
A friend has a Yamaha Venture? I think...it's O.K., but I prefer the Goldwing.
the most comfortable tourer I've ever spent any time on is easily the big BMW.
Smooth, fast, still comfortable after several hours in the drizzle, and handles like a way smaller bike. you sit up a little taller than on th ElectraGlide, but I got used to that on an 80's Kaw, but some people don't find the taller stance comfortable around town or in parkades.
BMWs outta my price range, but so's th Ultra Classic. Maybe I'll look for another Goldwing again
2006-12-04 17:46:10 · answer #3 · answered by CamP 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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What is the most comfortable Touring Motorcycle you have owned?
Only answer if you ride long distances. Going back and forth to the dealer on saturday doesn't count. This is for the real motorcycle people, those who ride more than 10,000 a year.
I've road a number of bikes and for me it is a toss up between Harley Davidson Ultra Classic, Honda...
2015-08-07 05:38:14 · answer #4 · answered by ? 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Kawasaki 1500 Vulcan Nomad 2001
Electric heated grips added.
Has hard saddle bags and fuel injection.
Currently has 57,000 miles on it.
I am 6'2" and would have liked the seat up 2" or the floorboards
down 2". My knees are up just a little, still it is the best for the price that I have had in 34 years of riding.
I did try the FHL but not enough to justify if the seat was any better for me. Although it did fit nicely. The Honda was not as well a fit for me.
Moto Guezy was real nice but no local dealer for service.
BMW had a nice touring bike but the same problem.
I got to try a lot of them at the DC bike show last year for fit (only).
2006-12-04 16:15:52 · answer #5 · answered by Carl P 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The most comfortable motorcycle I owned was a 1997 Electraglide Classic. I live in Canada and rode most of the USA, Canada and parts of Mexico. The motorcycle was then shipped to Australia and I rode the width of Australia from east to west. I finally retired the motorcycle in 2004(115000 Kms). The bike was set up with a stock seat. It was by far the most comfortable motorcycle I have owned.
2006-12-04 12:37:15 · answer #6 · answered by derivedfool 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I love my BMW K1200LTC. Zippy quick yet much smoother ride than the HDs I've ridden. Don't know about the Goldwing or Kawasaki. Also own a Honda VTX1800C... apples vs. oranges yet both good bikes. I'd recommend renting one of each of your choices. HD or BMW should be easy to find, but Honda or Ksaki probably a bit more difficult. Local dealer might know. Found 3 yr old LT w/ only 19 miles (no zeros there) on internet. Watch Cycletrader.com or ebay and be patient and a smokin' deal will show up. good luck. Keep the rubber side down!
2006-12-04 19:53:51 · answer #7 · answered by doubleodad 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've owned a 1990 Electra Glide Classic, a 2000 Kawasaki Nomad (carb), and now a 2004 Ultra Classic. I don't know which was more comfortable. But, on a 400+ mile day, I felt the least tired coming off the Nomad.
2006-12-05 11:36:34 · answer #8 · answered by arkierider73 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I really haven't been into touring bikes until recently. I went from a Softail to a Ultra Classic. My friends call it my gesser glide, it is comfortable bike. I've done the 10 and 12 hour days and week long trips, it's hasn't been to bad. But again I have nothing to compare it with. I've done 10 and 12 hour days on non-touring Harley's plus Suzuki, Kawasaki and Yamaha's, and the Ultra Classic is much better.
2006-12-04 13:50:19 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Long distance, yes.
Touring motorcycle? Closest is the 1980 CB750K with fairing & bags. Very comfortable.
The '06 Superglide is comfortable now that I changed to a Corbin-Gentry seat. Only gets second place due to a lack of a windshield.
2006-12-04 13:28:20 · answer #10 · answered by Firecracker . 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Back when my only vehicle was my bike I owned a Yamaha Venture ('84 model I believe). Wow great bike. Size of a Wing, and the zip of a smaller bike with good maneuvering ability. If your not out for the most up-to-date gadgets and just want a good comfy touring bike that is a good choice, but I assume (never having ridden one) that the Goldwing is just as if not more comfy. I currently do my miles on a VTX-1800, I can knock out an 8 hour day on it, but not the ride my Venture was.
2006-12-04 22:42:48 · answer #11 · answered by B R 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋