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Old May 3, 2025 | 05:35 PM
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Alright fellas, for those interested in adding the HD HomeLink garage door opener kit, I went ahead and purchased the necessary parts and they arrived this evening. Of note, the 21 and up bikes don't need the harness line adapter (P/N 69203201). Also, if you aren't running a plug-in accessory like a V&H FuelPak or HD Screamin Eagle Tuner, then you also don't need the harness y splitter (P/N 69203496).




I plan on install it tomorrow and will post updates on install and final function. Looking forward to using the FTP switch instead of having to stop on my sloped driveway, take off my glove, open my garage door iPhone app, wait on the garage door to open, put glove back on, then pull in. For $360, it's an expensive addition, but worth it to me. It integrates into the bike, no batteries to mess with, no drilling holes, no jerry-riggin something up, etc etc. I'm sure I'll be pleased with it. More to follow....stay tuned!
 
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HomeLink install complete. Super easy. Took about 20 mins total. Super clean wiring harness and stupid easy programming.




 
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Old May 6, 2025 | 09:09 PM
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What is the "FTP" switch on our RKS? The brights button?

Ordering mine now. Appreciate the info.

Originally Posted by vtchopperdude
HomeLink install complete. Super easy. Took about 20 mins total. Super clean wiring harness and stupid easy programming.
It's the Flash To Pass button on the front side of the left switch pod.
 

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Old May 7, 2025 | 11:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Billsbuffalo

The first proper ride since fitting my new KST Spearheads, I love them, they are the highest bars that I have ridden with (12”) and took a gamble ordering them but I couldn’t be happier.
when I get back on after a stop I immediately feel back at home!
For anyone who’s interested the castle in the background is Corfe castle in Dorset UK built over 1000 years ago but has seen better days!
I had 14" Spearheads & loved em. Then went to 16" Carlini's but wish I hadn't. Can't adjust them to get rid of right hand numbness after more than 45 minutes riding. KST's had various adjustments so you can dial them in for a proper "fit". Might sell the carlinis to go back to the 14' Spearheads!!!
 
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Old May 9, 2025 | 02:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Oil, Gas & Leather
I had 14" Spearheads & loved em. Then went to 16" Carlini's but wish I hadn't. Can't adjust them to get rid of right hand numbness after more than 45 minutes riding. KST's had various adjustments so you can dial them in for a proper "fit". Might sell the carlinis to go back to the 14' Spearheads!!!
I have to agree with you the ability to adjust the wrist angle makes a huge difference.
 
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Old May 14, 2025 | 10:03 AM
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I have the 14" spearheads on mine. I had the renegades before & also liked them but I wanted more adjustment.


 
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Old May 14, 2025 | 10:27 AM
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Looks good Shark..
 
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Vice looking ride. Yup...I gotta buy back my Spearheads. Wanna buy my 16' Carlinis???
 
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Old May 15, 2025 | 06:49 AM
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what are the handlebar tassels for? Is that a style thing? not trying to be rude...honestly asking
 
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Old May 15, 2025 | 08:55 AM
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Lots of riders put those on. I have the whipson each side. It's style bro!
 
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