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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 08:13 PM
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Hi. I just installed chrome covers on my vivid black 09 fatboy. I think i made a mistake.My old bike was blue and had covers but this one doesnt seem to look as good with them. Any opinions? Thanks, Mike (can not post pics my son isnt home)
 
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 08:19 PM
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I must wait until u post a pic to render decision... Yea, I agree what looks good on one color and style of bike just might not make it on another.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 08:25 PM
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A black bike with chrome, You can't go wrong. Post some pictures, and it will make it easier to give opinions. Black bikes just seem to stand out better when chromed up, its that contrast thing. You may need to add more chrome to get things even.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 10:00 PM
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i will have my son post pics. thanks, mike
 
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 10:09 PM
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 10:14 PM
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Those chrome covers are looking good from here! So no mistake IMHO
 
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 10:51 PM
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NOt a fan of chrome but they dont look bad at all they look great on the bike.. Need to hit that front end up now with chrome lowers IMHO!!
 
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Old Feb 14, 2010 | 10:54 PM
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thanks for the feedback. i agree with the lowers.
 
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Looks Good Mike.
 
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Old Feb 15, 2010 | 12:09 AM
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I don't like to over chrome my bike either, but they don't clutter the bike, looks nice.
 
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