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Old Oct 1, 2008 | 11:21 PM
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Anyone with a Road King who has taken off both sets, engine and bag. I would like to see a picture. This is my first touring model and I've never had them on any of the numerous bikes I've had. Just wonder what it looks like.
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Old Oct 1, 2008 | 11:26 PM
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Here is my SG with no Crash bar, might give you an idea.

 
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Old Oct 1, 2008 | 11:31 PM
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No bars here!
 
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Old Oct 1, 2008 | 11:42 PM
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Thanks guys. They look great!
Any RK's?
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Old Oct 1, 2008 | 11:55 PM
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Here's mine without. since added kuryakyn Highway mounts.
 
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Old Oct 1, 2008 | 11:56 PM
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Hi Marsh
 
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Old Oct 2, 2008 | 12:03 AM
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I took of the bag bars for a sleeker look. I left on the engine guards as I like the highway pegs and the look on the Kings.

Here's a pic.

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Old Oct 2, 2008 | 08:29 AM
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i only leave my front on because i use lower fairings in the cooler weather. already removed the rear. i love clean look and it reduces drag. LOL. wanna slow your RK down? add a fairing and lowers. the effect is dramatic.
 
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Old Oct 2, 2008 | 11:07 AM
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Just something to ponder... Drop it once without them on and see if you wish you had left them on. I left 'em on and added bag gaurds but that's only because I liked the old time look. I never realy thought of taking them off, but the pics. here do look nice. Here is how I know about damage. My foot slipped (while stopped) in sand in a parking lot , bike tipped over, ZERO damage. Taught me 2 things Be careful where you plant your foot and leave the bars on. By the way, Yes I know better but I was not paying attention like I should have been
 
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