I took a Demo ride on a Harley trike - much prefer my RT!

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I went with my son to a local HD dealer where demo rides were being offered. He wanted to try their “Adventure” bike, so I signed up for a ride as well, on a 2023 trike. Short story: I much prefer my RT.

The HD does give a more traditional-like motorcycle experience with the single wheel in front and traditional shifting of the 6-speed transmission. But it has several drawbacks in my opinion. Heat on my right leg from the big v-twin engine was severe and very uncomfortable after a few minutes. Turning effort was far more than the Spyder. Much, much noisier. High handlebars were okay at first, then tiring before 30 minutes was up.

No question in my mind that I made the right choice in getting a Spyder.