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Jan 24, 2018 | 08:33 PM

#31

Ghost_13

Grand HDF Member

Joined: Jul 2016

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From: Texas

Quote:

Originally Posted by MarineBassist

I bought my first Harley last week..since then I have dumped a grand in "upgrades" into it. I've put a new saddle, passenger pegs, solo bag, and just ordered the bits to swap the boards for forward controls.

I'm no stranger to motorcycles. I have been riding for 32 years and have had a multitude of bikes, but this is the first motorcycle that I have owned that I've actually wanted to spend money on!

Now, if you'll excuse me, there is a Drag Specialties catalog calling me!

It gotta perform.., it gotta fit yer ***..., it gotta reflect your soul

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Just don't lose sight of why ya got

Many have / do

Ghost

Jan 24, 2018 | 08:55 PM

#32

02603SEC

Road Captain

Joined: Dec 2016

Posts: 714

Likes: 126

From: Westchester cty. NY

I just stopped counting around 11K. It's true, no cure for this bug.

Jan 24, 2018 | 09:26 PM

#33

6 gun

Seasoned HDF Member

Joined: Mar 2008

Posts: 9,384

Likes: 1,776

From: Central Texas

Originally Posted by GTK View Post
There is no cure for this sickness.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChickinOnaChain

Sure there is...an empty bank account.

Not so I'm afraid, an empty bank account will only put it into remission LOL

Jan 24, 2018 | 09:29 PM

#34

Wam

Tourer

Joined: Jan 2018

Posts: 376

Likes: 61

From: Elberton Ga

It does end when there's nothing else you can add or change.
Then you start thinking about a new bike and starting over lol.
I know I have done it twice. The way I have it figured, if you pay $25k for the bike then you can get real close to that dressing it.

Jan 24, 2018 | 11:44 PM

#35

b bop n bob

Stellar HDF Member

Joined: Jul 2014

Posts: 2,284

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From: Outta ways, IL

Quote:

Originally Posted by ChickinOnaChain

Sure there is...an empty bank account.

That's when you start selling your take-offs. If this is a disease shouldn't the government be offering some kind of subsidy or assistance?

Jan 25, 2018 | 08:06 AM

#36

Coastal CVO

Outstanding HDF Member

Joined: Apr 2013

Posts: 3,369

Likes: 472

From: CC TX

Quote:

Originally Posted by FXDXTSport

Either you guys need some education on how to spend money or I need counseling. I keep a spreadsheet of my mods and the dollars spent are crazy. However, it is the way I like it and I'm keeping it forever (or until I buy a new one).

Fullsac X Pipe "B" $509.00
Fullsac 2.0" CVO Muffler Cores $141.00
K&N Air Filter HD-0910 $35.36
TTS Master Tune 2000000 $445.00
TTS Cable Kit 2000004 $42.50
Feuling HP+ Lifters 0929-0005 $159.95
Tappered Adjustable Push Rods 18404-08 $184.99
High Flow Oil Pump and Billet Cam Support Plate 25282-11 $429.99
Timken Cam Bearings 24018-10 $19.99
Installation for above 4 items Smokey Point $420.00
DYNO Tune Smokey Point $367.50
Low Temp Thermostat for Oil Cooler WPW160 $25.00
Engine Guard Kit 49184-09 $156.80
Fog Lamp Kit 68913-98 $169.95
Truck-Lite PH& LED Headlight KA2249 $212.95
Headlamp Trim Ring 69627-99 $31.00
Custom Dynamics LED Turn Signal Inserts - Dynamic Ringz - Bullet-style 2040-1077 $71.95
Custom Dynamics Slimline Signal Stabilizer/Load Equalizer GEN-HD-SS8 $80.10
J&M Perf Series Audio KIT 180w JHAK-HC06-1802SP $414.95
J&M Rokker XXR 7.25" Front Speakers HCRK-7252GTM-XXR $278.00
J&M Fairing/Speaker Acoustic Pads FSAP-HDCL $39.79
4 Point Docking Hardware Kit 54205-09 $127.96
Detachable Luggage Rack 54215-09 $175.96
Rider Backrest 52914-09A $199.95
Rider Backrest Kit 52589-09A $43.95
LRS 9" Ultra Flip Windshield DT9Ultra $92.99
Rider Floorboard Extension Kit (Vtwin Goodies) 0911FL EXT CVO $65.90
Fairing Air Deflector Kit 58156-08A $87.96
Rear Saddlebag Guards, Chrome 49282-09B $175.96
Saddlebag Guard Bag Right 90939-97 $55.96
Saddlebag Guard Bag with Water Bottle Holder - Left Side 93300061 $63.00
SlipStream Rear Footpeg Kit 50500091 $71.96
Progressive Ultra Touring Shocks 944-4002-UT FST $537.00
EZ-UP Center Stand CS-09L-4 $269.00
Road Tech Zumo GPS 92115-09A $519.00
Road Tech Zumo Fairing Mount 92238-09 $39.00
Road Tech Navigation Interface Module 76000024A $135.00
Kuryakn Curved Lighted LED License Plate Frame Mounting Plate K-3146 $44.99
Kuryakn Curved Lighted LED License Plate Frame K-3144 $62.99
Front Wheel Air Baffle 58520-79TC $29.95
Chrome Rotor Left 41500007 $171.00
Chrome Rotor Right 41500008 $171.00
19" Agitator Chrome Front Wheel 55071-11 $590.00
Front Wheel Installation Kit 41454-08B $65.00
Total Parts $8,031.25

I like to spend my money, I don't like to dwell on it after the fact.

Only time I keep records like yours is at work. (Cuz it's WORK!)

Nice list though.

Jan 25, 2018 | 02:43 PM

#37

Rude dog

Cruiser

Joined: Sep 2017

Posts: 231

Likes: 16

From: Nor Calif

It's the same disease/sickness for all Machines-Toys: Jeeps, Side x sides, ATV's, Etc. We always want to improve, personalize, Bling em up. I've dumped a couple grand into my 2017 RG, recent Elka shocks for my ATV. Wife is giving me the stink eye on spend and it's only Jan Eeeek...

Jan 26, 2018 | 05:23 PM

#38

Wildon883R

Road Warrior

Joined: Jun 2010

Posts: 1,882

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Quote:

Originally Posted by MarineBassist

Welcome to the HD family. It's the only manufacturer that requires upgrades to make the bike have any comparison to the the refined Japanese or European bikes. Let it be known HD gets rich not on bike sales but in the aftermarket. When you write a check for 20K plus for a bike you shouldn't have to spend a cent to make it right. If you borrow to pay for it then well their credit market will gladly finance your upgrade ambitions. I had to purchase a quality saddle on my 15 RGS because the stock sucked for my passenger. Other than that i have not had to spend a penny on anything although i upgraded all my signal lights with Custom Dynamics LEDs. My bike is basically stock and bad *** as is.