Harley-davidson Tri Glide Review
"Serious mile-eater for riders done pretending balance is fun."
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Used Buyer Review
The Tri Glide is Harley's answer to riders who want serious touring capability without the balance anxiety. Used examples from 2014 onwards are generally solid, but check the Milwaukee-Eight upgrade happened in 2017 — those earlier Twin Cam units can develop compensator issues and primary chain slap that'll cost you. The reverse gear is genuinely useful, not a gimmick, especially on inclines. Suspension setup is better than you'd expect, though the stock rear shocks go soft early on high-mileage examples. Buying used, always check the rear differential for leaks and listen for clunking under load — it's a known weak point that dealers conveniently forget to mention. Infotainment on pre-2014 models feels prehistoric now. The 2017-plus bikes with the Milwaukee-Eight 107 hit a sweet spot of refinement and reliability. Storage is genuinely class-leading, and two-up comfort over distance is outstanding. Just budget for tires — three of them isn't cheap.
Pros
Cons
You want sporty handling or tight urban maneuverability
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