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Fatcat/ PCIII/ Tune
11
57.89%
New Seat and Adjustable Backrest
3
15.79%
Save the $$$ towards a 98" kit in the future
4
21.05%
Other
1
5.26%
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Need Help Spending $$$

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Old Aug 9, 2011 | 02:25 PM
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Default Need Help Spending $$$

Ok guys, I've been around this forum long enough to know 2 things: 1) Everyone has differing opinions, and 2) We're really good at helping each other spend $$$. With that being said, I have between $1k and $1500 to spend on my new-to-me Road King, and I'm looking for ideas. So far, here's what I've got ordered (the cost of these items are not part of this "budget").....

Carlini Bag Drag Bars
Magnum Sterling Chromite Cables
Chrome Switch Housings
Chrome Hand Controls
Chrome Front End Kit
 
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Old Aug 9, 2011 | 02:30 PM
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More chrome
 
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Old Aug 9, 2011 | 02:39 PM
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Originally Posted by whiskyls1
More chrome[/B]


Rarely a bad idea!
 
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Old Aug 9, 2011 | 02:44 PM
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Besides the obligitory 4 point docking system, backrest and luggage rack for the wife my first purchase for ME was exhaust, intake and tuner. I like my Harley to sound like one.
 
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Old Aug 9, 2011 | 02:48 PM
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A new seat and backrest aren't going to be close to $1500 so I voted for the Fatcat/ PCIII/ Tune.
 
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Old Aug 9, 2011 | 02:51 PM
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I voted for the "Save the $$$ towards a 98" kit in the future", BUT I think the 98" will only make you want the 103"
 
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Old Aug 9, 2011 | 04:09 PM
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Thanks for the replies. It's got V&H True Duels on it now, and I just don't really like them.....may be for sale soon! When it comes to power, it's never enough! I've got a 113" in my Softail that makes 117/122, and I want more! I forgot one other option. Ohlin shocks was supposed to be on the New Seat/ Rider Backrest option.
 
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