PICKING UP NEW ROAD KING SATURDAY
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5th Gear
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PICKING UP NEW ROAD KING SATURDAY
Test drove RK Classic for 75 miles at HD Dealer Saturday...traded 05 Honda VTX1300R.with 1675 miles..and will be picking up 06 RK this Saturday...dealer had to trade with another store as I only wanted a Black RK with Hard Bags and no unwanted dealer accesories..I want to customize to my preferences so here's how I equipped it so far....
2006 RK with Hard Bags Black with lowering kit (5'6" with 28.5 inseam), detachable sissy bar with Backreat and Larger touring seat, Screaming Eagle Stage 1 straight pipes (no crossover). Kuryakin Iso Grips also...
Can't wait...it's an unbelievable bike...my first Harley had Yamaha Virago 550 9 years ago and Honda Vtx1300r nice bike but still not a Harley...
Question:??
Are many chrome add ons easy to install by novice?
Floor Board Inserts...Mirrors ...Brake Resevoir Cover....Signal Control Covers and Toggle switch covers...etc
Maxxim
PS WHAT'S THE HP AND TORQUE WITH SCREAMIN EAGLE STAGE 1 SET UP...
Cruiser
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Congrats on the new ride. Most of the accessories and bling is simple enough to do yourself. Only thing I've had the dealer do for me was the chrome switches.
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Road Captain
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RE: PICKING UP NEW ROAD KING SATURDAY
Welcome to the HD family!!! Enjoy the RK-they are great bikes. Most chrome stuff can be put on by novices as long as you have the proper tools and at times a liftbut dont worry about it; you won't be a novice for long! Enjoy.
Road Master
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RE: PICKING UP NEW ROAD KING SATURDAY
Congrats on your new baby. You're gonna love it. Most add-ons are pretty straight forward and easy. The controls, however, are tricky. Be sure to get the service manual prior to doing the job. You'll be glad you did. Post some pics when you're done.
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Good to see you come over fromt he dark side. Now the adventure begins!!! RKC the only way to go!!
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RE: PICKING UP NEW ROAD KING SATURDAY
great choice and about time you made the switch.
Iso-pegs from kuyakyn will match the grips. I would suggest you ride a moth or so, pay close attention to all other HD's you see before you make any drastic cosmetic changes and settle on what you really like. The chrome switch covers (not the whole assembly) look great in the stock black assemblies. Not hard to install but if you do it yourself be careful with the right side as it is easy to lose the little shim for the front brakelight switch. Pick up a service manual-$50 well spent and grab a Fix My Hog dvd - lotsa good stuff there. Start slow and you'll be surprised how much you can do yourself. There is no end to it!!
Iso-pegs from kuyakyn will match the grips. I would suggest you ride a moth or so, pay close attention to all other HD's you see before you make any drastic cosmetic changes and settle on what you really like. The chrome switch covers (not the whole assembly) look great in the stock black assemblies. Not hard to install but if you do it yourself be careful with the right side as it is easy to lose the little shim for the front brakelight switch. Pick up a service manual-$50 well spent and grab a Fix My Hog dvd - lotsa good stuff there. Start slow and you'll be surprised how much you can do yourself. There is no end to it!!
