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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 07:35 AM
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I have an 08 SG.&nbsp\\; I love the wing and the bonus stuff that comes with it "radio, CD, etc".&nbsp\\; Now I can't live without it.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 07:49 AM
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you have stumbled onto a problem that has plauged man since 1903!!! i love my winged beast the streeo and gages. but a king look is without adoubt a timeless beauty. good luck in the struggle you now have!!!&nbsp\\; (maybe 2 bikes are in order)
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 07:51 AM
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+1 for Batwing. Can't beat the options and style.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 09:20 AM
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I'll say the same thing said over and over on this forum.Rent both before you buy.Just remember you can convert a RK into a batwing with an aftermarket fairing.You can't reverse the process on a batwing.If a stereo is important in your life than the issue is solved from the get go.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 09:39 AM
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I traded my fatboy in une/08 for a RKC.I was originally on the fence between SG and RK.Didnt think i would like the permanant fairing.Ended up with RKC ,more versatility and the limited color that i got just made it an easier decision.I could always add fairing and tunes later if i wish.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 10:02 AM
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I built my Road King Custom and couldn't be happier Fairing on or off, it is a King...
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 11:03 AM
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If you need am/fm&nbsp\\;raido,a C.B. talkie thing,a GPS, a cigar ligther it's the batwing. I will stay with my removeable wind shield and folding paper GPS.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 02:06 PM
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You will still get plenty of air with the SG and the bat wing makes long rides enjoyable.
 
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SG's rule man!!
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 04:58 PM
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I've got the RK.&nbsp\\; Just got a Dead Center fairing this spring.&nbsp\\; Love it.&nbsp\\; Never realized how much I would enjoy the tunes.&nbsp\\; Best of both worlds, can remove in seconds.&nbsp\\; That's the route to go, IMHO. &nbsp\\;
 
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