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Old Feb 9, 2014 | 01:36 AM
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Originally Posted by ducatirdr


There are more photos in the Breakout photo thread.
Awesome! I love that see through stuff! I have the clear derby cover but now you got me thinking about getting some more.

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Finished my tank lift. I did it primarily to reduce the aspect of the the apes. I'm convinced the Breakout was meant to have apes but just felt the need to camouflage em somewhat. I think it worked,, but I'm biased .

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Can you post a profile picture of the whole bike, with the tank lifted.
 

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Old Feb 9, 2014 | 06:21 AM
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Can you post a profile picture of the whole bike, with the tank lifted.
Apologies for the quality. Its the best I've got at the moment but it shows the lines with the new lift.

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Old Feb 9, 2014 | 09:35 AM
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Originally Posted by HKMark23
Finished my tank lift. I did it primarily to reduce the aspect of the the apes. I'm convinced the Breakout was meant to have apes but just felt the need to camouflage em somewhat. I think it worked,, but I'm biased .

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Looking good!
 
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Old Feb 9, 2014 | 07:23 PM
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Looks real good! Thanks for the picture!
 
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Old Feb 9, 2014 | 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by BroTim
Looks real good! Thanks for the picture!
Lots more if you follow the link above. Yep, Like DK has stated, this is the way HD tanks should be mounted. Its a shame to hide the rocker covers really and as I understand it, a cooler running V-Twin can't be a bad thing.

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Old Feb 9, 2014 | 11:45 PM
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Originally Posted by 24v
Ok, let's make this thread the place to post about anything having to do with the Softail Breakout. Maybe you just bolted on a sweet new part and you want to show it off? Can't find the part your looking for? Need a little advice on what looks best on a Breakout? This can be the place we discuss it. I'll post a pic just to get the thread going.
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I'm looking for a smart waterproof USB port for my iPhone! Any ideas out there and also where to place it.
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Old Feb 10, 2014 | 06:12 AM
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I'm looking for a smart waterproof USB port for my iPhone! Any ideas out there and also where to place it.
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Best place for something like that on a Breakout would be inside a swing arm bag.... make a small mount inside the bag to hold it in place. Closest thing to making it waterproof...

Or a shorty mounted up under the seat somehow... but that would be a little bothersome to get to after a while... maybe even a toolbag mounted to the bars?
 
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Old Feb 10, 2014 | 10:00 AM
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I'm looking for a smart waterproof USB port for my iPhone! Any ideas out there and also where to place it.
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I asked my stealer to install a standard 12V acc. power socket so I can use a standard USB adapter (short one, see pic) . This will be stored under the seat. from there I run a long connector cable (standard USB to micro USB) under the tank to the front where it plugs into my Samsung Galaxy. Then I only need to use a small cap for the micro usb plug if not in use.
 
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Originally Posted by tgrisko
Best place for something like that on a Breakout would be inside a swing arm bag.... make a small mount inside the bag to hold it in place. Closest thing to making it waterproof...

Or a shorty mounted up under the seat somehow... but that would be a little bothersome to get to after a while... maybe even a toolbag mounted to the bars?
The little windshield mounted tool bag HD sells is waterproof too. If this is the type of thing you have in mind it would be handy highway storage for the phone while being charged. Not cheap, but a nice unit and convenient.
 
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The little windshield mounted tool bag HD sells is waterproof too. If this is the type of thing you have in mind it would be handy highway storage for the phone while being charged. Not cheap, but a nice unit and convenient.
Thanks, but which bag ? they sell many but cant really see how to install it on a BO ?
 
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