Anyone install your own chrome hand controls?
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Yep, that's correct.
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I did an aftermarket set on mine and it still wasn't that hard.
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Yes I would do it again, but only in the winter. In the winter there's no preasure to get it done. Get a manual, it's a big help. soak the switch covers in hot water to make them more pliable.
Last edited by Wally; Jun 16, 2010 at 10:01 PM.
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If you decide to do it in the winter, it's a good time to change out the bars, if you're so inclined.
Wild Ones 1 1/4" chubby bars are popular. when I did my Ultra's switches and bars, I ran all the wires in the bars for a nice clean look.
Well worth the effort IMO.
Wild Ones 1 1/4" chubby bars are popular. when I did my Ultra's switches and bars, I ran all the wires in the bars for a nice clean look.
Well worth the effort IMO.
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Just finished adding the switches. It is a PIA. Not technically difficult, just tough because of space and all of the small parts. Make careful note of how the wires are arranged inside the housing before you tear into itand start removing the switches. It will make it much easier to get back together. Make sure you have a clean floor and lots of light. Clutch side is easy. On the throttle side slice the plastic cover on the wiring harness up about 1 inch. It will make getting the turn signal button out and back in much easier.
Last edited by rg_dave; Jun 19, 2010 at 11:33 AM.
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From: Indy
Did it , took 2 people, I have big fat fingers.
I will do it again unless the next bike has it done already.
I will do it again unless the next bike has it done already.
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REad the directions on the couch before hand. Then when your done...read the directions on the couch before hand.....then go slow and think every move out.
Dont have 10 thumbs.....
If my mind remembers correctly it was in the winter and it took me the better part of the weekend from very start to very finnish.....
Great winter job......
Dont have 10 thumbs.....
If my mind remembers correctly it was in the winter and it took me the better part of the weekend from very start to very finnish.....
Great winter job......
