preacherbo

My ST is a 2004 and has 18K miles. Not the anti-lock brake model. The best thing about the ST is the fuel range. Always get at least 43-50+ on the highway and with a 7.7 gallon tank, it's a long haul between fill-ups. Now about a trade . . .

I have just about every comfort modification available for the ST (larger windshield, folding highway pegs, drivers backrest, seat modification, electronic cruise control, added wind protection). The riding position isn't BAD. Just not the same as a cruiser. I did a 2300 mile trip last summer and survived. 500 mile days were not unbearable. But my old cruiser with a Mustang seat got me 700-800 mile days without great fatigue. BTW, thanks everyone for the great information.

Hi to all. I currently ride a Honda ST1300. It's a great bike, but I am having trouble getting used to the riding position (even with the risers). Before the ST I had ridden cruisers for years (39 year riding experience). I am considering moving back to the cruiser world, but want to keep the V-4 for smoothness. I am just interested in hearing from the Tour Deluxe crowd on what you consider the strengths and weaknesses of the bike.