I have my cruise control kit on the way thanks to LSHD. I did a search and came up with some general information regarding the install process. I am looking for more information from others who have done this already. Any tips or tricks? Anything to look out for? Any advice? Comments?
Thanks

 

With an electronic throttle that the 08's have, it should be a whole lot easier than the cable models like my 07. I installed mine and I didn't think it was that big a deal. I also installed new handlebars and ran my wiring inside if the bars.

Just follow the directions that come with the kit and get a service manual if you don't have one.

 

I have a manual. It was the first accessory purchase for my bike, and the best investment made.

 

just got my cruise kit from lshd and installed on sunday..super easy install ..only pain in the *** is the ignition switch removal and install,,,finiky bugger sometimes it goes easy and other times hard..just try not to move anything after pulling the switch **** out,other than that its a cake walk..
p.s mine also on a 08 flht

 

thanks. that's encouraging. I have had my outer fairing off several times but have never had the switch panel off. I am thinking about adding an accessory switch to the remaining blank while it is off. I would like to hook my garage door opener to it but I need to find a momentary switch that matches the stock rocker switches. Has anyone seen it set up this way? I know that I can use a stock odometer push button switch but would like to find one to match the rocker switches. any ideas out there? thanks

 

I installed a cruise last year and IT IS a great accessory. It went on a 07 electra glide classic. The biggest problem I had was trying to determine which hole the wires went into the connector. I couldn't figure out left from right. Even the manual didn't show that. But I somehow got it right. Don't ask me how. Other than that, take your time and keep your cool.

 

I used a odometer Reset switch for right now so can only control one door, but am getting ready to order the power lock switch, It is a momentary switch that has 2 positions so should be able to work 2 doors. It matches the other switches in the fairing, just looks like you have power locks on your bags. I figured out which contacts activate the remote, I soldered some leads to it and put in a quick disconnect plug so I can change the battery. The remote is Velcro'd in under the switch cap and works great.

The part number should be 71764-07 for the power lock switch I think this one is around $30.

I already ordered the combo spot/cruise switch on the CVO since I did not want to lose my garage door opener when I install the cruise.