How do you prioritize your accessory/gear purchases?

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Nov 28, 2010 | 09:09 AM

#21

Rat1

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From: In the north

I first look in my wallet then decided how much I want taken from it and go from there.

Nov 28, 2010 | 09:40 AM

#22

Geoff

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From: Nevada

Riding gear like a jacket, boots or rain suit is much more important than any bolt-on accessory.

I once went crazy with an Electra Glide Standard I use to ride. I bought every accessory and performance mod I could. In the end my bike looked nice. But I realized that all this stuff did little to enhance the riding experience. To make matters worse, when I sold the bike it was worth no more than a stock one.

The only mod I made to my current bike is Rhinehart true duals and a mount for my GPS. I enjoy spending money on trips much more than chrome widgets and performance mods.

Nov 28, 2010 | 09:44 AM

#23

MNPGRider

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From: SW Minnesota

For me, safety was a priority. The first aftermarket, non-Harley item I added was an E-Z brake pedal, and got rid of that ridiculous stomp pedal that Harley has used for decades.

http://www.heelguard.com/ez_products.asp

Nov 28, 2010 | 09:59 AM

#24

t. sawyer

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From: Eastern N.C.

comfort first. (safety first) and then comfort. when you buy clothing for wife and you it takes alot of $ so very little bling gets bought by me. I want to ride and as someone said above, gives us more to spend on trips. I have enjoyed this thread.
Most think alot alike.
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