Do I need these??
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Do I need these??
My dealer is in process of installing Wild 1 12.5" apes and new Hog Pro wheels(Titans) to my SG. My service guy thought I would want the braided wires/cables and chrome fork tubes. He thought if I didnt have those, it would take away from the new wheels. Any thoughts or advice would be appreciated.
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NO. Your dealer is trying to make a buck off you. You will need longer cables, might as well get the braided ones if you like them. But the fork cover is not needed at all. He is right, it would look better, but looks are the only reason for it. You do not NEED the fork tubes.
Last edited by jjnoble; Sep 14, 2012 at 09:53 AM.
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You dont need them, but its better to get them done now then later. I did my bars myself and definitely replaced the lines and cables with braided. I also did my forks with a chrome exchange with saved over half what HD charges. I also did a flush mount axle with chrome cap which is nice little ungraded while the wheel is off
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technically you don't neeed any of the parts you're adding. The braided brake lines do help with brake feeel as they don't flex like the stock rubber lines. But all other items are cosmetic, not needed.
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Thats funny stuff Pelonz! I was thinking I ws done a couple months ago after new seat...backrest...and luggage rack....but here we go again! I don't have unlimited amounts of cash, but can afford the chrome tubes and braided cables....I figure whats a little bit more after spending what I did for the new wheels. I will admit though...this is gonna have to be it for a while. I have put enough $$$ into this bike.
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For me chrome lowers are a must have. As far as the bars and cables you would be a lot further ahead going aftermarket. I like Magnum Shielding cables. You can get them to make any length you want. As far as the bars you can get them elsewhere for cheaper than the dealer. If you do not want to do the job yourself find a good Indy, preferably one recommended by people in the know.