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Question Custom cycle control sys. - apes

Looking at a decked out Fatboy that has these hangers (not sure what generation as I see there are at least (2)), hydraulic clutch/ brakes... and much more...

QUESTION: I have already read a couple horror stories regarding these internally wired bars and push button everything, hydraulics...

1. what are your thoughts on this system/brand?
2. cost to revert back to traditional brake and clutch system, controls and wires
3. I live in the Mid Atlantic, and once temps really drop I store the bike... I am reading that temps effect the hydraulic system a bit?
4. things to look out for and comments on overall care.

offer overall thoughts/comments/opinions from experiences only please
thank you.
 
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