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Old Sep 17, 2007 | 12:04 PM
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Do you only buy HD accessories or do you include other companies because of looks/cost?

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Old Sep 17, 2007 | 12:18 PM
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so far it has been HD only. yep, im a sheeple. I would like to get a nice seat but dont have the cash for it.
 
Old Sep 17, 2007 | 12:22 PM
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Not really i think the only HD thing i have is the hand grips
 
Old Sep 17, 2007 | 12:31 PM
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Waaaaay more variety in the aftermarket; I buy from both. Could not have the bike I ride with only HD stuff.....and I really like the bikeI ride!

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Old Sep 17, 2007 | 12:34 PM
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Aftermarket and swap meets.
 
Old Sep 17, 2007 | 01:00 PM
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Both.
 
Old Sep 17, 2007 | 01:08 PM
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got a little of both what ever i can find a good deal on. as long as its not karyakan no offense to anyone
 
Old Sep 17, 2007 | 01:30 PM
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Buy from HD & aftermarket, but usually HD from my local dealer. (They are greatpeople.)
 
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Default RE: accessories...HD only?

i buy both. Also, many of the HD items are in fact built by aftermarket companys, like Kuryakyn (Fairing Dragon Wings as an example)








 
Old Sep 17, 2007 | 01:33 PM
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Both.
I've got no problem buying HD or aftermarket from other makers.
It's hard to just stick to HD stuff when you consider just how much is out there.
 



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