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Old Nov 22, 2020 | 02:01 PM
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Captain Itch Crotch Cooler. Have had them on the last 4 bikes and both current bikes. He just had a fire at his house/shop so things may be sketchy there.
 
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Old Nov 22, 2020 | 03:22 PM
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Originally Posted by blap
I used the mid frame deflectors, they seem to work better if I just use the right side so the hot air can escape instead of it being trapped with both sides on. I also noticed that the new solo seat from harley is thin so I put some self stick race car heat reflective mat under the seat and it helped. Now I have the Saddlemen Dominator seat and it doesn't let heat through like the cheap thin harley seat. I'll take the cat out when my warranty expires.
Have you compared the heat trapped with the right shield only vs both?
I wondered about it myself, as I read/ watched it somewhere.
Wonder if it actually makes any difference in engine heat?
I just recently installed both shields & wonder if I should yank off the left side...?
 
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Old Nov 22, 2020 | 03:29 PM
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Another vote for the Captain Itch Crotch cooler
 
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Old Nov 22, 2020 | 03:36 PM
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I dint think the crotch cooler will help beat that is on your foot from the pipes and cat. I wrapped my pipes, and it helped significantly. I’m very happy with the sound and performance and don’t want to risk ruining it, so I’ve been hesitant to de at it.

id be suspicious of any dealer that recommends decating a bike that is in warranty.
 
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Old Nov 26, 2020 | 05:22 PM
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Harley Davidson's Cool Flow Fan.
Ditto...best money I've ever spent !! Down here on those 100 degree, 90% humidity days, perfectly comfortable after the install.
 
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Old Nov 26, 2020 | 07:41 PM
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Go to DK Customs for some good information on their site for cooling down the the bike. They have a whole section on it, good info.
 
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No CAT and a good tune worked for me but mine is just an air cooled twin cam. What I did might void your warranty on a newer bike though.
 
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X2....DK Customs, ton of useful info
 
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I’m adding a Cool Flow Fan also this winter
 
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