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Old Nov 21, 2008 | 04:56 PM
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>>i like the hardbags<<

Really played into my decision... pros/cons. My bags won't lock, that's unfortunate but I like the look and knowing the theme of the custom paint I wanted, I was afraid I'd look like a billboard-on-wheels as I'd have defintley have had the hard bags painted with something. Congrad's on your new ride!!!!!!! Happy 4 ya!!!!!!!!!
 
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Old Nov 21, 2008 | 05:21 PM
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Congrats and welcome from Pittsburgh, PA (AKA Hell), good luck and enjoy!
 
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Old Nov 21, 2008 | 06:04 PM
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Welcome and congrats! You're gonna' love that RKC, I know cuz I got one too!
 
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Old Nov 21, 2008 | 06:54 PM
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great looking bike.

enjoy it and ride safe

from Ohio
 
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Old Nov 21, 2008 | 08:26 PM
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Welcome and congrats
 
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Old Nov 21, 2008 | 08:32 PM
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Welcome ride in good health enjoy the best bike out there IMO!
 
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Old Nov 23, 2008 | 12:11 AM
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welcome and enjoy your new ride. their are aftermarket companies that do make locks for the saddlebags, i found this link for a ridding buddy that wanted to lock his bags on a heritage softtail classic,and theyalso had locks for road king classic http://www.lockitt.com/accessories_saddlebaglocks.htm
 
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Old Nov 23, 2008 | 09:49 AM
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Hey dude, welcome to the forum from Herculaneum Mo., and congrads on the bike. i am headed to you album to check out some pics.
 
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Old Nov 23, 2008 | 10:25 AM
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Tkx all! BTW, I take personal responsibility for the temps in Memphis suddenly dropping into the 40s/20s. I took delivery .

I might just do that aftermarket lock so many have kindly pointed me to, though I do believe in 'if they want it they'll get it'. A passer-by or young-kid deterrent. Lining the saddle with a garbage back and lifting it all out at a motel sounds awfully easy.

I have decided I will not add HDs' pod at 2500cu, when a descent sized suit case easily tops 4000cu. When Sara's not with me, I'll take two.

I'm going to HD after church, see if they sell or recommend a spray on or wipe on waterproofing for the saddles and windsheild pouch. It's a new bike, I'm so proud. Even bought a heater for the garage... this winter the propane bill will go up . If you haven't and are interested, glance at my album, check out the custom paint. As much fun designing (3mos) as seeing! God Bless ya'all...
 
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