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Apr 10, 2005 | 08:10 PM

98fxd

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From: denver via chicago

newbie questions

hey guys,
i am new to harleys, just bought my first, a 98 dyna super glide. looking forward to learning all about these beasts.
i woud like to take care of all the maintainence items right away. any recomendations on fluid type, brands, oil weight for denver summers, or any other tips, tricks, or gotchyas i should look at.
some of the parts/trim have a few dings and scratches and i was hoping someone could point me to a source for good used or new factory style parts. the fuel gauge and the air cleaner cover are scratched up. i was hoping i could locate them used as i know poeple sometimes swap those itmes out in favor of performance or more chrome. anyway, i guess i am just looking for the groups favorite source for parts etc.

also looking for seat recomendations. i like a sleek looking seat but i plan to do some extended weekend trips. the seat on there now is a big pillowything. its comfortable, but not the look i want. is the stock seat okay? can some recommend a reasonably priced seat thats not too big, but still pretty comfortable?

thanks a lot, looking forward to your insight.

dan

Apr 10, 2005 | 08:47 PM

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RE: newbie questions

dan,

Mostly I shop the net since I live in the sticks and there ain't much out here and the stores mostly have to order it anyway. The added plus is no sales tax; the added negatives are shipping charges and the wait. eBay is good place to find bargins and there are also speciality shops. I recently purchased two helmets from an online helmet store. not only did I save the sales tax but also saved a few bucks off the price. Many of these places offer free shipping if your total purchase is more than $xxx.xx US.

Just be very careful out there in ebay land or the Net in general; ripoff artists abound. I have had about 4 suspiciuos charges and upon checking two were from my wife and two were attemps at fraud.

Apr 10, 2005 | 09:06 PM

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RE: newbie questions

directparts.com

sorgys.com

Chicago Harley - 20% off all HD parts, accessories, clothes.... free shipping, no tax... small handling fee
10% off non-HD parts, etc.

J&P cycles are VERY EXPENSIVE! Many on this Forum board like J&P, but they are outrageously high compared to the above mentioned HD parts dealers.

Apr 11, 2005 | 02:36 AM

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RE: newbie questions

you have a very versatile bike since its a narrow glide front a lot for sportster parts will work, bars, wheels ect, shop ebay and you can save a ton! great bike, enjoy

Apr 11, 2005 | 03:32 AM

98fxd

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From: denver via chicago

RE: newbie questions

tripper, i need a lid too (for the wife's pc of mind, and mine) what site did you order from?

thanks to all for the links so far.

id like to get a set of more straight bars, so i am glad i have options there, i guess i will start checking some of these sites for bar options.

thanks again guys, keep it comin'

Apr 12, 2005 | 02:18 AM

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RE: newbie questions

I bought mine from http://www.splathat.com/ they are in Utah. Check out the site as well as others. Shipping can be a hassle depending on where you live. I really like their service.

Apr 12, 2005 | 09:44 PM

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RE: newbie questions

Discount parts are available from any number of places on the I-net. If you want genuine MoCo parts, try Zanotti Harley in PA, they can be found at zanottimotor.com. Found them to be very accomodating and offering a 20%-25% discount on most stock HD parts. Shipping is reasonable and most of my orders have been in my hands in less than a week. Their site also has a price checker feature that you type a part # into and it will show you their price out the door.

As far as a seat goes, if you're looking for something not so stock, you might want to call Bar Enterprises in CA. I had a custom solo seat made this winter for under $300.00 and it not only looks good, but is not too butt numbing, but it's not broken in yet. harleyseats.com

Good luck and happy shopping.