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Only thing I'm doing to mine, which is only 2 days old, is add a backrest/luggage rack, and Heritage handle bars. Rest is staying stock for awhile. May add xieds.
I had the same thoughts when I picked up my RK and I still don't know the answer. I just rode it which is advice I got from most folks. After about 1000 miles I added the highway pegs and after 2000 miles, I finally added the new pipes, stage 1 kit and tuner. I'm now happy with the performance and sound. I am still trying to figure out which bars I want because that is certainly next on the list. A backrest for the kids would be good for me, but not absolutely needed. A new seat might come in to play soon as well, but for now the stock seat is fine. You could add chrome and accessories all day but that's just extra and not at all needed as far as I'm concerned. Everyone will have their own opinion and it really comes down to what you like, what you want and what you can afford.
Heard the same, that's why I ordered a set to be installed next Tuesday. And the dealer said the stock cables work with them. That saves a ton of money.
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