FXSTB Help...
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FXSTB Help...
I just picked up a 95 Bad Boy. I am going to drop it an inch and Im looking for direction on how best to lower the springer? I am going to go through the bike and get to know it before I get nuts but I will definitely be doing the motor in the fall. I need some opinions to base builds on. I had a 2000 softail and did it up but always wanted this springer...
Those that know me...being single aint so bad!
I have a few cosmetic things I'll be doing pretty quick and I'll also be striping some of the bags and... well whatever which will be offered here for sale.
Oh and where is the best place to buy HD parts these days? Ive been out of touch for a couple years, riding but not able to make any purchases. I had a friend who worked at a dealer but no more..
Here we go...
Those that know me...being single aint so bad!
I have a few cosmetic things I'll be doing pretty quick and I'll also be striping some of the bags and... well whatever which will be offered here for sale.
Oh and where is the best place to buy HD parts these days? Ive been out of touch for a couple years, riding but not able to make any purchases. I had a friend who worked at a dealer but no more..
Here we go...
Last edited by tgaetto; Feb 3, 2016 at 09:17 PM.
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You can get lowering rockers...easy to install...no loss in suspension travel ...expensive.
Rake kit ...again no loss in travel...kicks the front out a bit if you like the look...cheaper than rockers...quite a job to install.
Lowering springs...cheapest option...not too hard to install...reduce travel...everyone I know that has installed them took them back off...killed the ride.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Harley-Cross...9TI0PI&vxp=mtr
http://vulcanworks.net/store/Harley-...-Rake-Kit.html
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Burly-Spring...JWsRsY&vxp=mtr
Rake kit ...again no loss in travel...kicks the front out a bit if you like the look...cheaper than rockers...quite a job to install.
Lowering springs...cheapest option...not too hard to install...reduce travel...everyone I know that has installed them took them back off...killed the ride.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Harley-Cross...9TI0PI&vxp=mtr
http://vulcanworks.net/store/Harley-...-Rake-Kit.html
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Burly-Spring...JWsRsY&vxp=mtr
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Road Master
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From: Illinois
You can get lowering rockers...easy to install...no loss in suspension travel ...expensive.
Rake kit ...again no loss in travel...kicks the front out a bit if you like the look...cheaper than rockers...quite a job to install.
Lowering springs...cheapest option...not too hard to install...reduce travel...everyone I know that has installed them took them back off...killed the ride.
Rake kit ...again no loss in travel...kicks the front out a bit if you like the look...cheaper than rockers...quite a job to install.
Lowering springs...cheapest option...not too hard to install...reduce travel...everyone I know that has installed them took them back off...killed the ride.
I saw the rockers but was hoping for something inexpensive and magical, I'll probably go that route. Experience tells me I'd end up there anyway!
Thanks for the info!
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You can get lowering rockers...easy to install...no loss in suspension travel ...expensive.
Rake kit ...again no loss in travel...kicks the front out a bit if you like the look...cheaper than rockers...quite a job to install.
Lowering springs...cheapest option...not too hard to install...reduce travel...everyone I know that has installed them took them back off...killed the ride.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Harley-Cross...9TI0PI&vxp=mtr
http://vulcanworks.net/store/Harley-...-Rake-Kit.html
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Burly-Spring...JWsRsY&vxp=mtr
Rake kit ...again no loss in travel...kicks the front out a bit if you like the look...cheaper than rockers...quite a job to install.
Lowering springs...cheapest option...not too hard to install...reduce travel...everyone I know that has installed them took them back off...killed the ride.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Harley-Cross...9TI0PI&vxp=mtr
http://vulcanworks.net/store/Harley-...-Rake-Kit.html
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Burly-Spring...JWsRsY&vxp=mtr
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if you're looking for OE parts try www.surdyke.com or www.stcharlesharleydavidson.com for best prices.
Go to ronnies harley davidson parts finder and that is the best place to look up microfiche parts / part numbers for your specific bike. http://partsfinder.onlinemicrofiche.....asp?make=hdmc
Good luck with the mods and build.
Go to ronnies harley davidson parts finder and that is the best place to look up microfiche parts / part numbers for your specific bike. http://partsfinder.onlinemicrofiche.....asp?make=hdmc
Good luck with the mods and build.
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Road Master
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From: Illinois
if you're looking for OE parts try www.surdyke.com or www.stcharlesharleydavidson.com for best prices.
Go to ronnies harley davidson parts finder and that is the best place to look up microfiche parts / part numbers for your specific bike. http://partsfinder.onlinemicrofiche.....asp?make=hdmc
Good luck with the mods and build.
Go to ronnies harley davidson parts finder and that is the best place to look up microfiche parts / part numbers for your specific bike. http://partsfinder.onlinemicrofiche.....asp?make=hdmc
Good luck with the mods and build.
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I don't own a springer but love the look with the rake kits....If I ever get one I'll rake it!
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Road Master
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True, this is the bike I always wanted... My friend had one new, I bought my first HD a couple of years later... Always wanted a springer.
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Rear tire without changing sproket
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