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The Everything Breakout Thread
6th Gear
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 10
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From: NL
I agree it looks better lowered. I also like it with those small fenders that hug the tire. That heartland kit is so expensive when you factor labor and paint. It does look good tho ��
I want to move the license plate anywhere besides where it is. It ruins the rear look of the bike. I was eyeing the kurikan (can't remember how to spell it) Would like to go vertical must it must have a light. My preference would be some small led that lights the plate. Don't really want another brake light. I looked at all the other threads on this but can't find anything that looks good for a reasonable price.
Any suggestions. Maybe something new came out after those threads
Thanks again for all the help. You guys are the best ��
I want to move the license plate anywhere besides where it is. It ruins the rear look of the bike. I was eyeing the kurikan (can't remember how to spell it) Would like to go vertical must it must have a light. My preference would be some small led that lights the plate. Don't really want another brake light. I looked at all the other threads on this but can't find anything that looks good for a reasonable price.
Any suggestions. Maybe something new came out after those threads
Thanks again for all the help. You guys are the best ��
http://www.ebay.com/itm/HD-Breakout-...FSnLSb&vxp=mtr
Bought mine and had it powdercoated black. Don't have it on yet, but seems to work fine and looks cool.
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2014
Posts: 3,185
Likes: 189
From: 90210
Got it Jim- that's still pretty messed up. I've never had a shop not hand me my stock parts nor have I had to ask for them. when I had my 30t trans pulley installed at HD Glendale my 32t stocker and unused gasket parts were sitting on the counter wrapped up along with my paperwork. "Hiding" take off parts from unsuspecting customers is pretty shady IMO. It's your part, you own it, you paid for the shop labor and your take off parts were not part of any barter deal. If they did not give it back to you and they "lost it", they legally owe you a replacement even if it's out of their pocket. you're definitely being nicer about than I would be..
I have not heard about any failures of the SS system, from what I understand it's pretty good. Just if I'm gonna pay over $1k for shocks, I want something Ohlins quality and triple adjustable. I might never get it though... lol
I have not heard about any failures of the SS system, from what I understand it's pretty good. Just if I'm gonna pay over $1k for shocks, I want something Ohlins quality and triple adjustable. I might never get it though... lol
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Feb 2014
Posts: 2,710
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From: Lethbridge, Alberta Canada
I'm not trying to pursuade you at all in looking into an air system. But, Shotgun Shocks have a lifetime warranty. Should you have ANY issue with your shocks, get in touch with JD or Jessica and they will help you T/S the issue and if they can't resolve it, they will send you a brand new unit. They are absolutely amazing to deal with.
Ok, I'm done
Ok, I'm done
No, not for me.
Jim G
Tourer
Joined: Aug 2014
Posts: 405
Likes: 88
From: South Louisiana
Yes, but if the problem occurs, you have no rear suspension, and maybe no ground clearance, and so are immobilized wherever it occurs, which means a tow, a wait for the replacement parts, and the need for a mechanic (I don't carry a shop full of tools when on a ride).
No, not for me.
Jim G
No, not for me.
Jim G
Cruiser
Joined: Sep 2015
Posts: 164
Likes: 4
From: Kansas
I just got my Metz installed a couple days ago ( and my axle alignment figured out with the help of l.a. dog. thanks again dog ). 260 out back and 120/70 up front. The bike feels soooooooo much better now. It's hard to believe just how much a great tire can improve your ride quality until you experience it. But trust me, getting those tires on there might just be the best thing you can do to the breakout. Night and day difference, no bullshit.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2014
Posts: 1,626
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From: "Old Hangtown" Placerville Ca.
I'm not trying to pursuade you at all in looking into an air system. But, Shotgun Shocks have a lifetime warranty. Should you have ANY issue with your shocks, get in touch with JD or Jessica and they will help you T/S the issue and if they can't resolve it, they will send you a brand new unit. They are absolutely amazing to deal with.
Last edited by Rocker B; May 8, 2016 at 12:55 AM.
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Nov 2013
Posts: 7,492
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From: Stuttgart, Germany
.....Also, if I'm not mistaken, the SS is not approved for use in Europe, (or at least some countries) while the Legend has been ...important for those guys!! Maybe someone can confirm this?? I should add that I have nothing against SS and have never used their product, and I have read many times about their great customer service.... but have to ask myself, why are so many people having to deal with customer service??
Road Warrior
Joined: Jul 2014
Posts: 1,626
Likes: 310
From: "Old Hangtown" Placerville Ca.
Yep I can confirm this at least for Germany. SS are not approved over here while Legends are. Plus AFAIK also Legend offers a lifetime warranty for their system. But to be honest....what does lifetime stand for....lifetime of my bike, of me, of JD, of SS as a company...?
Last edited by Rocker B; May 8, 2016 at 12:40 AM.
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From: Thailand
High beam height on the wall.
Quick and dirty fix hopefully:
I rarely ride at night, but did just now and the high beam was so high, it made no difference to what I could see ahead.
What height should it be against a wall 10 feet away please?
I rarely ride at night, but did just now and the high beam was so high, it made no difference to what I could see ahead.
What height should it be against a wall 10 feet away please?
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Joined: Sep 2013
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From: Great State of Canada
I would love to replace the bulbs on my Breakout, in both the twin rear running/brake/signal lights and the front running/signal lights, with LEDs, but I find the Custom Dynamics website incomprehensible.
Is Custom Dynamics the only source?
What do I order and from where?
I would prefer to avoid cutting or tapping into the stock HD wiring harness. Is there a simple plug and play kit that simply uses the existing bulb sockets?
Jim G
Is Custom Dynamics the only source?
What do I order and from where?
I would prefer to avoid cutting or tapping into the stock HD wiring harness. Is there a simple plug and play kit that simply uses the existing bulb sockets?
Jim G
http://www.jpcycles.com/product/137-842
work well. You just,,,, put em in.