Shift linkage question
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From: Franklin, TN
Shift linkage question
One of the most noticable ugly spots on a Harley, to me anyway, is the galvanized shift linkage. The chrome ones are over-priced to me but what of the chrome covers? Is this a viable alternative to the $160.00 ones or even the $90.00 plain round ones or do they just look cheesy?
I've got to do something, it bugs me as is.
Marsh
I've got to do something, it bugs me as is.
Marsh
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From: Crown Point, IN
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RE: Shift linkage question
My neighbor said to get the cover. I was going to get the cover for the stock linkage for $39.99 but saw the above and got that. That eagle one ran me with the Heim joints $144.00.
I was looking at the Halrey Davisdon one with the writing in Black on the chrome cover or the diamond one - they both look great on the bikes I have seen.
I was looking at the Halrey Davisdon one with the writing in Black on the chrome cover or the diamond one - they both look great on the bikes I have seen.
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RE: Shift linkage question
For me the question was not about looks but about durability and reliability.
Replace the stock one with any shift linkage that uses Heim joints to eliminate the possibility of failure on the road.
I think you can even keep the stock shifter rod and just replace the cheesy ball joints.
Replace the stock one with any shift linkage that uses Heim joints to eliminate the possibility of failure on the road.
I think you can even keep the stock shifter rod and just replace the cheesy ball joints.
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RE: Shift linkage question
I just bought the chrome one...Looked at the covers, and was gonna buy one, but then the end of mine broke while riding (clip came apart) Mechanic says this has been happening more and more on the newer bikes, so I am replacing the entire thing to avoid the issue. The replacemetns BOLT on, not some cheesy little clip
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RE: Shift linkage question
Same thing happened to me .I bought the cheap $40 cover and it lasted about a year.Replaced it with the $169 ,problem solved.
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RE: Shift linkage question
I'm not sure I'd do the cover.
Might as well replace the whole thing and do it right (less chance of breakage too).
Been thinking about this one for mine: http://www.harley-davidson.com/gma/g...bmLocale=en_US
You can find these (with your model name on it) for about $125 online.
Don't forget our sponsor's too.
These guys have some cool ones if your looking for something that makes a statement (literally): http://gordonshdparts.safeshopper.com/index.htm?849
Click on the shifter rod pic for selection. The flame shifter is on sale for $125 (along with others) and that's the one I like. I might have to move on this deal.
Might as well replace the whole thing and do it right (less chance of breakage too).
Been thinking about this one for mine: http://www.harley-davidson.com/gma/g...bmLocale=en_US
You can find these (with your model name on it) for about $125 online.
Don't forget our sponsor's too.
These guys have some cool ones if your looking for something that makes a statement (literally): http://gordonshdparts.safeshopper.com/index.htm?849
Click on the shifter rod pic for selection. The flame shifter is on sale for $125 (along with others) and that's the one I like. I might have to move on this deal.