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Old Jun 22, 2013 | 05:16 AM
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Originally Posted by dirtdreamer50
Looking great. Any chance of posting a side or quarter view pic with the bags installed?
What's the difference in the ride for you, between the OEM and ape bars?
NP I'll post pix with the bags when I get a chance. Apes didn't make a big difference. On a long ride your arms get a little tired but they're only 12" so I'm not reaching for the sky, my arms are just about straight.

Biggest difference would be due to lowering. Back is lowered 1.5 in and on a big bump it bottoms out, the front (about 1") turning radius got sharper and took some getting used to.

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Nice makeover - I wish I have part of your skill set neverthless, an amazing job
I am by no means a mechanic. Most people are shocked to know I do my own work. Relatively basic tools and a bike jack are all you need. I'm a little mechanically inclined and love doing it. I did everything but fitting the wheels, I figure leave that to the pros.

I recommend everyone do they're own work on a bike, this way you understand the mods you've done. It's not like a car, something breaking or breaking down could end badly on a bike!!!
 
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Old Jun 22, 2013 | 07:42 PM
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By far my favorite bike I've seen on here. Love it.
 
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Old Jun 23, 2013 | 07:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Andrew17019
By far my favorite bike I've seen on here. Love it.
Wow thank you!
 
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Old Jul 30, 2013 | 10:01 PM
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Old Jul 31, 2013 | 09:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Sticky4
Here is a cool comparison

You have really brought out a distinct personality of the switchback, one it didn't have before. Well done man, looks great!
 
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Old Jul 31, 2013 | 11:00 AM
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I agree one of the best looking bikes I have seen in a long time. Great work and thanks for posting the good pictures for all to enjoy.

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Old Jul 31, 2013 | 11:10 AM
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But can you switch back?
 
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Old Jul 31, 2013 | 02:14 PM
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But can you switch back?
ha! <rim shot>
 
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The switchback would probably sell a lot better if they all looked like that! Sweet bike...love it!!!
 
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Old Nov 30, 2013 | 03:50 PM
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Today is a very exciting day, I finally sound a shop that makes stretched (4") bags for the FLD. Bought a set.

A ton of changes for spring 2014. Stay tuned!!
 
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