I'm doing this because I can't figure out how to start a new thread or where to post my question.
I just signed up on this forum because I'm planning to purchase a CTX700.
I've been riding 55 years and for the past 13 years I've been riding Harleys. I'm in the process of selling my 2014 Harley Dyna Low Rider which I bought new in February this year and now has over 9,000 miles on it. I like Harleys but I'm just tired of dealing with the dealerships and the mechanical issues on Harleys. I remember fondly back in the 60s, 70s and 80s when I rode only used Japanese bikes and NEVER once had a mechanical problem. NEVER.
Now I'm 70 and I just want to ride, not fix, not deal with snarly Harley service managers.
I'm concerned about getting the CTX700 because I do a lot of highway riding here in Arizona and the Southwest U.S.
I've thought about a CTX1300 but I would kind of like to try the DCT automatic transmission. Plus, the 1300 is over 700 pounds and that might be a little heavy for me. I've gone to the Dyna Harley series because of weight. Weight is a minor issue because I have an artificial leg and can't really push the bike around if it's heavy.
Does anyone know if the 1300 is ever going to have DCT?
Does anyone have any suggestions about my buying a CTX700 DCT ABS with:
1. heated grips,
2. full front fairing (one of the models comes with the fairing but I don't know the designation - NoT "N" but something else).
3. Saddlebags.
4. Top bag.
5. Luggage rack.
6. Floorboards to replace footpegs.
7. Best after market seat (I usually get Corbin but wasn't happy with the last one I got. It attached in a funny way, and felt too small).
8. Louder horn.
9. Engine / side guards.
10. And anything else you see advisable.
I'm thinking this will be my last bike and I want it to have everything to go with Honda dependability.
I'm not opposed to a used bike but I want to end up with all of the features and accessories in my list.
I'd appreciate any direction of advise.