Complete chrome control kit
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Complete chrome control kit
First question, I'm putting a set of Wild 1 14" Chubby Bagger Apes on my EGC, and I'm considering swapping everything out for chrome. Is there a specific chrome control kit for this size bars (or same as stock measurements)?
Secondly, having said this, any advice on where to purchase a decent, reasonably priced complete chrome kit? I priced H-D gear, and it's ~$895.00 Canadian (before taxes).
It seems that some kits I've found are priced ridiculously low, and you most often get what you pay for.
Appreciate any advice.
Secondly, having said this, any advice on where to purchase a decent, reasonably priced complete chrome kit? I priced H-D gear, and it's ~$895.00 Canadian (before taxes).
It seems that some kits I've found are priced ridiculously low, and you most often get what you pay for.
Appreciate any advice.
Last edited by diddydido; Aug 5, 2011 at 04:39 PM.
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The Wild 1 bars are turned down at the ends to accept standard 1" controls. If you are looking for a bargain in a set of chrome controls, check Ebay for a chrome shop that is selling a set of chromed factory controls. I bought a set for my FXR for $160. I think it's a better option than buying aftermarket and not knowing what you are getting.
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The Wild One Chubby's are actually a 1" inside a 1-1/4" with cutouts @ the ends and center, so no problem with controls or center clamp. As far as brand, when doing mine, (WO518's with chrome controls) my indy HIGHLY recommended HD for quality/fitment. Like you said, you usually get what you pay for. But $895 still seems high. I don't have a catalog with me now, but I seem to remember it being around $500 for the levers, switch housings, and master cylinder/ clutch bracket
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Thanks, guys.
Had a look on ebay and a few other places, and it does seem there are some alternatives to H-D. Not all are exactly what I'm looking for, but it's a process of elimination going through these sites.
Thanks again!
Had a look on ebay and a few other places, and it does seem there are some alternatives to H-D. Not all are exactly what I'm looking for, but it's a process of elimination going through these sites.
Thanks again!
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I bought the ebay switch housings and they worked awesome for 69.95. The only thing i suggest is when you pull the switch caps and more when you put the new ones on be VERY careful. When I put the audio cap on I rocked it a little and poped the cap on the switch. Cost me 67.00 for a new switch from HD.
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Check choppercycle for sales. I got my switches and wires from them. Check to see what they have, got my stuff pretty quick. www.choppercycle.com
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I looked at chopperscycle.com. I also have to be careful of the price, as I'll get nailed on customs/taxes/etc. when it's coming across the border. In most cases, it makes the best sense to order within Canada.
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There may be some that are ok but I try to stay away from after market accessories. I buy all of my accessories from Chicago H-D.
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Also, you just can't trust some of the sites when it comes to particular part/bike fitment. Some sites will say that it fits my '09 EGC, but when I eyeball the set-up, I notice there's no slot for the radio controls in the housing.
Reminds me of a part I was searching for last year for my '09 LowRider. I noticed that they claimed the particular item also fit H-D 2010 FXDL...the last year for the LowRider was 2009. Just goes to show you have to put a good deal of thought and planning into it before you buy.
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