2018+ Softail Models Breakout

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Old May 31, 2023 | 07:56 PM
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The definitive answer. Yes it is what they call a paper and mesh filter. Yes it is washable. Yes it isn't anywhere near as washable as an oiled cloth filter and will disintegrate after a few washes. The techs recommend not counting on it surviving more than one wash, and then wash gently.
 
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Old Jul 21, 2023 | 11:08 AM
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what seat is this?
 
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Old Jul 21, 2023 | 11:14 AM
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Is it comfy?
 
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Old Aug 10, 2023 | 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Tyler Peck
What mounting kit was used to mount these hard bags?
When on the viking bags website they don't list those Lemallar bags for the Fat Bob.Js that because the stock exhaust would get in the way?Also are those bags the same for all softails?Do they go kn with the Harley holdfast sissy in place?They look great.
 
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Old Sep 26, 2023 | 04:48 AM
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Hi guys,
I've posted someting there about my FB not sure if I should post here again or just the link will do.

It is about the bike that out of nowhere got battery flat

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/elect...l#post21395930

Cheers
 
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Old Sep 26, 2023 | 09:55 AM
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I had a similar issue on my '21 FB... never took it to HD but was charging it regulalry because of the issue and and still getting dead battery when out on rides (fortunately carry a Noco pack). Ended up replacing the battery - went with Anigravity ($$$ but the weight savings was worth it to me). OEM battery didn't quite make it 2 years. This was about 8 months ago, no problems since
 
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Old Sep 26, 2023 | 11:42 AM
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Originally Posted by tonychanics
Hi guys,
I've posted someting there about my FB not sure if I should post here again or just the link will do.

It is about the bike that out of nowhere got battery flat

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/elect...l#post21395930

Cheers
Once a battery goes dead or gets drained really low, it's done. It can be recharged but it's not going to last much more. Switch to a lithium (NORCO) or other and have piece of mind. Also a battery tender is a must on Harleys in my opinion.
 
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Old Oct 21, 2023 | 07:19 PM
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Got the Ripper on today ....
 
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Old Oct 22, 2023 | 03:43 AM
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Originally Posted by candyx624

Got the Ripper on today ....
nice! Isn’t it a bit risky having no heat shields? And I think the hot pipe influences the air intake temperature a lot! But I like the looks
 
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Old Oct 22, 2023 | 06:20 AM
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It has heat shields just where your leg crosses the pipes. The bike was fast when it was stock but now with the cam,intake,exhaust and injectors it flies.
 
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