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Old Feb 18, 2017 | 10:07 AM
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Hi guys, I'm planning on replacing my stock levers on my 08 Ultra with black versions. I have two choices in mind from a supplier here in Canada.
Drag specialities @ $77.95 or Biker's choice @ $47.07.
Both are same as oem only black versions.
Have anyone bought either one of these and what makes the DS one better?
HD lists them for $120 plus tx.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2017 | 10:29 AM
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check the forums classifieds too.

and amazon,

I have found amazon a great way to ship stuff to Family members in Canada- the stuff seems to clear in Burlington, ON and moves fast- the charges are reasonable too.

also- got manual?

many models require caution to prevent breaking brake light switch when changing controls- check manual


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Old Feb 18, 2017 | 10:34 AM
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I would not go by price to determine one is better than the other, since most likely they are all made in same country and not the USA.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2017 | 11:15 AM
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I'm getting mine powdercoated for $20.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2017 | 03:46 PM
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Powder coating is not an option where I live.
The Drag Specialities levers say they are made in USA.
HD set is $128.95 +tx probably made in same place also.
 

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Old Feb 18, 2017 | 03:54 PM
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Since it's winter where you are, you've got some time to fiddle. So don't rule out Plastidip with glossifier. I've Plastidipped a bunch of stuff. It's great, durable, and you can remove it if you don't like it.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2017 | 06:00 PM
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I would look on eBay. I bought a set on there for around $30.00.
 
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Old Feb 19, 2017 | 01:00 PM
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Problem with ebay is shipping, duty and taxes usually cost more than the part. I can get them at Fort9 here in Canada, they have the best $$ on most everything and free shipping over $49.
 
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