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Old Feb 14, 2021 | 08:36 AM
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Originally Posted by HD FatBob

I just threw on the screaming eagle extreme-flow air cleaner. Unfortunately, it gets in the way of my leg more than I anticipated :/ I’m also not sold on the looks just yet. Has anyone done the same? Thoughts? My alternative would be to put the stock kit back on and just replace the filter with K&N.

the ventilator extreme. Its a little thicker than the stock ventilator but really doesn't affect my leg position that i notice. Bonus is you can usr the stock ventilator back plate
 
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Old Feb 16, 2021 | 03:14 PM
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Almost done with the bike, currently have the SE stage 2 with the torque cam, I love it, only debating on getting the thrashin supply essentials bags, worried about it rubbing paint off, and any help on the license plate relocation woud be appreciated.
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Old Feb 16, 2021 | 04:45 PM
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Blackmill M8 Fat Bob license plate kit is a clean option. One-piece laser cut 4130 chromoly steel. Precision formed, bolt-on original design, in stock. Ride safe.

http://www.blackmillperformance.com/...vidson-fat-bob



 
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Old Feb 17, 2021 | 03:34 PM
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Has anyone put the V&H Bigshots staggered full system on their FB? I'm looking at the black.
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Old Feb 19, 2021 | 05:52 AM
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I saw this
 
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Old Feb 22, 2021 | 06:24 PM
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Ready to go to Paint Shop
 
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Old Feb 22, 2021 | 10:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Bowhunter8607
Good to hear! I am looking forward to the relief on the long haul. I've been following the progress on the chin spoilers on FB. Looks good but I'm not sure if I want one or not. Do you know of any benifits of a chin spoiler or are they just for looks?
Benefit = Looks bad ***! IMO
 
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Old Feb 27, 2021 | 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by Bowhunter8607
Been looking at Dougz bullit fairing lately and have been wondering about the functionality of it. It sure looks great, but I'm curious about how well it blocks the wind from your chest and if you have experienced any buffeting at all?

I was wondering if I should get the windshield as well or just go with the fairing alone, but I don't want to end up with bufeting on my head. Can you share your long term experiences and the pros and cons you have noticed while running this fairing?

I have the same fairing. I ran it without the 5 up for one summer and put the 5 up on last summer and it helps a ton. The fairing itself does pretty good but the combination of the 2 is really nice compared to not having and protection. I dont notice any buffeting issues either. Install is easy. Instructions are pretty clear.




 
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Old Feb 27, 2021 | 09:32 PM
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Originally Posted by Antrelle Bozeman
I have the same fairing. I ran it without the 5 up for one summer and put the 5 up on last summer and it helps a ton. The fairing itself does pretty good but the combination of the 2 is really nice compared to not having and protection. I dont notice any buffeting issues either. Install is easy. Instructions are pretty clear.



Your bike looks great! Awesome. Thank you for sharing your experience with it. Looks like I'll be ordering the windscreen with the fairing. Can't wait.
 
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Old Mar 10, 2021 | 05:40 PM
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Before and after the accident. A lot of “work” but happy with the result.
 
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