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Old Oct 25, 2014 | 07:26 PM
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I used to always think that I wanted a Road King. Today I had my bike parked out in front of my work and someone parked a nice looking RK next to me and I went out and studied them next to each other. I no longer want a RK I like my deluxe much better. With the shotgun I get a smooth touring like ride.With the deluxe I also get the nostalgic/vintage style. A few more mods and I will be done.
 
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Old Oct 25, 2014 | 08:55 PM
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Very nice. I've always liked that old school look.
Did you install the new speedo yourself and how's it working for you?
 
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Old Oct 25, 2014 | 09:33 PM
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Yes I did the install. Just follow the instructions it is very easy. I really like it.
 
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Old Oct 25, 2014 | 11:43 PM
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Classic and beautiful. Well done.
 
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Old Oct 26, 2014 | 03:20 PM
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Originally Posted by EX18DELTA
Very nice. I've always liked that old school look.
Did you install the new speedo yourself and how's it working for you?
There is a vid on you tube that shows you how to install it the tricky thing is to get that o ring to stay without turning under be sure to cover your tank with a towel or something when installing
 
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Old Oct 26, 2014 | 03:47 PM
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I used a little WD40 on the rubber and it slides easy without rolling.

OK that didn't sound right
 
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Old Oct 26, 2014 | 03:59 PM
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Originally Posted by pipeyeti
I used a little WD40 on the rubber and it slides easy without rolling.

OK that didn't sound right
TMI, TMI !
 
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Old Oct 26, 2014 | 04:29 PM
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Originally Posted by pipeyeti
I used a little WD40 on the rubber and it slides easy without rolling.

OK that didn't sound right
I did the same put a little WD on the o ring and got it in place took a couple of trys but that did work for me
 
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