My Mods Thread - 2016 Softail Slim S
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I like to look at the bright side... for those with a Sporster that want to install an HD Springer seat and find themselves unable to buy one because of what I just posted... Let's talk... 
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Hey Wachuko, should I be worried at all about the (extra?) heat generated by the 110 over the 103, living here in Orlando? I saw you did the Wards fans, so I'm sure that helps.
I'm just kind of torn between the FB Lo and the FB S but I have a feeling if I don't get the top dog I will wish I had...
I'm just kind of torn between the FB Lo and the FB S but I have a feeling if I don't get the top dog I will wish I had...
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But, since you asked I've been riding as long as I can remember (30+ years)... dirt bikes as a kid. My first street bike was a Valkyrie in 99, then a VFR, a 919, an R1, a Ducati 996, a CBR1000RR, an '07 Deuce, a Yamaha Warrior, and most recently a Buell XB12Ss.
I work South of Orlando but live in the North end, so whatever I ride will see the occasional traffic jam. I just want to be sure it won't become unbearable... The Buell will burn my right leg if it's 95* out and I'm stuck in bumper to bumper...
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Heat was an issue in the RGC CVO I had... it was less so in the RK CVO... does not seem to be an issue with the Slim S so far... so all the fairings were an issue with the heat I felt...
The fans, for me, are definitely a must... it keeps head temps in check when in heavy traffic.
The fans, for me, are definitely a must... it keeps head temps in check when in heavy traffic.
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Heat was an issue in the RGC CVO I had... it was less so in the RK CVO... does not seem to be an issue with the Slim S so far... so all the fairings were an issue with the heat I felt...
The fans, for me, are definitely a must... it keeps head temps in check when in heavy traffic.
The fans, for me, are definitely a must... it keeps head temps in check when in heavy traffic.
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So if you want a blacked-out bike... the price for the Fat Boy S is less than if you try to build it yourself from a standard bike... For the engine alone, I would not do it... but because of everything else that the bike comes with, it is a great deal... and you will have a rather unique setup with that 110 from the factory. Something about some peace of mind with the 2 year factory warranty that will come with the engine and rest of the bike...
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Yeah, I love all the blacked out bits and absolutely agree about the value... it's the bike itself being black that is pushing me back and forth a bit. If I could get the FB S in Charcoal Denim it would be a slam dunk.
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