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Old Jul 24, 2012 | 06:50 PM
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personally i like the big front tire, not a big fan of the 'eyebrow' as I have a 12 1200 custom.. thanks for mentioning the riser.. im about outta money to modify for a while :/
 
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Old Jul 24, 2012 | 07:12 PM
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I like the riser and I picked the "big tire" for looks and feel. I do agree about the seat. It is good to keep momma happy. Momma would also like new shocks for comfort, you don't have to mention the improved handling.
 
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Old Jul 24, 2012 | 10:39 PM
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Originally Posted by HarleyScuba
I don't mind the factory C risers. It's a clean and smooth flowing set-up. Handlebar options are a little limited, but I don't mind the factory bars. They look better powder coated black.


Having said that, after five years with the stock arrangement, I've got mini-apes, stubby risers and a speedometer housing getting powdered right now.
Nice Bike!!!
 
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Old Jul 24, 2012 | 10:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Kelly Bowers
I would appreciate that.








 
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Old Jul 25, 2012 | 04:45 AM
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Just FYI, the Roland Sands speedo relocation kit will NOT bolt up to the 2011.5-up 1200C as the mounting points for the headlight eyebrow are 3/8" wider than the narrow front end C's (4 3/8" on the mid glide front end vs. 4" on the narrow glide front end). That is why I had to elongate the mounting holes on the upper triple cover.
 
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Originally Posted by Mozvader
Nice Bike!!!
Thanks for the favorable comment.
It'll look totally different in a few weeks with new bars and paint.
 
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