Street Glide mods
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Street Glide mods
I'm getting a 2013 Midnight Pearl Street Glide with ABS, Cruise, Security, and 5 spoke rims for $18,858 and it comes with a $1500 gift card. Since I'm deployed, I won't see the bike for about another 6 months. I have a LONG time to think about what I want to do. It's going to be a while before I actually get to ride it and see how it fits. I've never ridden an FLHX, so I'm not exactly sure how it's going to "fit." I'm 5'10" with a 32" inseam and long ape-like arms.
Besides pipes, what mods have you made to your bike? Is there anything that can be done to make the bike more comfortable? I was thinking of a sissy bar and pad for my wife as well as possibly a set of passenger floorboards. How do the stock handlebars feel? I used to have a night train, and the stock bars were crap, however I know the design of a Street Glide is FAR different than a night train.
Besides pipes, what mods have you made to your bike? Is there anything that can be done to make the bike more comfortable? I was thinking of a sissy bar and pad for my wife as well as possibly a set of passenger floorboards. How do the stock handlebars feel? I used to have a night train, and the stock bars were crap, however I know the design of a Street Glide is FAR different than a night train.
Road Warrior
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The bars are short so the long arms will help. I'm 6' tall and I'd like them a little longer and taller. For comfort, a recurve windshield goes a long way and a better seat would be nice especially for her.
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2011 SG - mods so far are:
HD adjustable backrest, Highway pegs, RJS Originals heat shields, 9" windshield, Khromewerks Sweepers +2 handlebars, 4point docking bracket to pop a HD tourpac on and off for the times the Mrs. or kids want to ride.
I'm 6', 32" inseam, 15-34/35 shirt size. Your longer arms may make the need for replacing the handlebars a non-issue. I needed them up 1.5" and back 2" to make it comfortable for me.
HD adjustable backrest, Highway pegs, RJS Originals heat shields, 9" windshield, Khromewerks Sweepers +2 handlebars, 4point docking bracket to pop a HD tourpac on and off for the times the Mrs. or kids want to ride.
I'm 6', 32" inseam, 15-34/35 shirt size. Your longer arms may make the need for replacing the handlebars a non-issue. I needed them up 1.5" and back 2" to make it comfortable for me.
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I'm getting a Street Glide in a couple of weeks. Thanks to an insurance settlement from a June accident, it's a 2014 Special. So stoked. But to your question...
I'm 5'6" or 7" flat footed. I have standard type boots with about a 1 1/2" heel. I wouldn't say my arms are long or short. I can comfortably flat-foot a 2013 or a 2014 with the stock seat in my boots. The bars seem only a little bit of a reach for me and I'm hoping I can get away with just tilting them back a bit. They're much lower than my 05 Heritage was already. If that doesn't work, I'll put the 2" back HD bars on it. Will be going to a solo bike at some point and will look for a slightly lower seat to give me a bit more leverage moving it around the driveway....
So I'm thinking you'll be pretty well set for you in front. I can't comment on the back of the stock seat but I can't imagine it being very comfortable for a passenger, especially without a sissy bar, er.... backrest. There are a bunch of aftermarkets out there. Mustang is very popular. But there's 100 opinions for every seat made.....
And thanks for serving. Stay safe!
I'm 5'6" or 7" flat footed. I have standard type boots with about a 1 1/2" heel. I wouldn't say my arms are long or short. I can comfortably flat-foot a 2013 or a 2014 with the stock seat in my boots. The bars seem only a little bit of a reach for me and I'm hoping I can get away with just tilting them back a bit. They're much lower than my 05 Heritage was already. If that doesn't work, I'll put the 2" back HD bars on it. Will be going to a solo bike at some point and will look for a slightly lower seat to give me a bit more leverage moving it around the driveway....
So I'm thinking you'll be pretty well set for you in front. I can't comment on the back of the stock seat but I can't imagine it being very comfortable for a passenger, especially without a sissy bar, er.... backrest. There are a bunch of aftermarkets out there. Mustang is very popular. But there's 100 opinions for every seat made.....
And thanks for serving. Stay safe!
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I'm 6'2 and on the heavy side, first thing i found uncomfortable was the boards are too close to the engine, so I got vtwin goodies floorboard extensions...made a world of difference. Over the winter I'm going to put the 13 inch prime apes on..and thats about all im doing.
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From your description, I'm thinking the SG is going to fit you great. I agree that you may want to change the seat for her. Many folks on here think the Tallboy seat is fugly and I agree, especially the passenger half, but it's a comfy seat for a passenger and you being 5'10", it might be perfect. Just a thought.
I have done the floor board extensions, highway pegs (an absolute must for me), driver back rest, a HD Windsplitter, Fork wind deflectors, 4 point docking kit, luggage rack.
I like the stock handle bars better than the stock Road King Bars. I had replaced them with Heritage bars, which I loved, and these are close. Jury is still out on the bars. You, for sure, need to try some different stuff first hand though. Seat first, then bars, is the normal recommendation. Lots of choices.
I also have some running lights and the engine guard mounted fog lights which were on the bike when I got it. I came off a RKC so I like the extra light in front, but I am not sure I need both sets. (Not a fitment mod, but lights are something to think about.)
I think this is going to drive you nuts while you count days, eh?
I have done the floor board extensions, highway pegs (an absolute must for me), driver back rest, a HD Windsplitter, Fork wind deflectors, 4 point docking kit, luggage rack.
I like the stock handle bars better than the stock Road King Bars. I had replaced them with Heritage bars, which I loved, and these are close. Jury is still out on the bars. You, for sure, need to try some different stuff first hand though. Seat first, then bars, is the normal recommendation. Lots of choices.
I also have some running lights and the engine guard mounted fog lights which were on the bike when I got it. I came off a RKC so I like the extra light in front, but I am not sure I need both sets. (Not a fitment mod, but lights are something to think about.)
I think this is going to drive you nuts while you count days, eh?
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Road Master
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Congrats on the new ride!
Can you get subscriptions to Bagger Magazine, American Iron, and others over there? I have found tons and tons of ideas in each of these mags.
I have done quite a lot of changes to my bike. Many are viewable in these two photos.
I am also 5' 10", with a 32" inseam, however, my arms are short. The stock bars are OKAY for me, but I am eventually going to put on the touring pull-back bars to get them a little closer to me. You may be fine with the stock bars, or even apes if you like that look.
The stock seat is CRAP!!!!!! The stock seat on my Super Glide Custom was way better than this piece of dung. You will definately want to get a better seat for your partner's sake. Most of the dealers have sample seats they will let you borrow for an hour or so to test out. I did that, and ended up purchasing the "Pillow Look Seat" for my Honey's comfort. I put my other solo custom seat on when she is not with me.
Order the 2014 HD Parts & Accessories catalog, and start drooling. I spent weeks with the 2012 catalog and set up 9 phases that I wanted to do to my bike. I'm on phase 7, and she's starting to look almost done!
Ride Safe, and show us some pics once you get home and get your ride customized.
-Thanks for serving.....
Can you get subscriptions to Bagger Magazine, American Iron, and others over there? I have found tons and tons of ideas in each of these mags.
I have done quite a lot of changes to my bike. Many are viewable in these two photos.
I am also 5' 10", with a 32" inseam, however, my arms are short. The stock bars are OKAY for me, but I am eventually going to put on the touring pull-back bars to get them a little closer to me. You may be fine with the stock bars, or even apes if you like that look.
The stock seat is CRAP!!!!!! The stock seat on my Super Glide Custom was way better than this piece of dung. You will definately want to get a better seat for your partner's sake. Most of the dealers have sample seats they will let you borrow for an hour or so to test out. I did that, and ended up purchasing the "Pillow Look Seat" for my Honey's comfort. I put my other solo custom seat on when she is not with me.
Order the 2014 HD Parts & Accessories catalog, and start drooling. I spent weeks with the 2012 catalog and set up 9 phases that I wanted to do to my bike. I'm on phase 7, and she's starting to look almost done!
Ride Safe, and show us some pics once you get home and get your ride customized.
-Thanks for serving.....
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Thanks for all the replies.
It's all good advice. Counting the days is going to be miserable.
I have a couple things that made my Night train unique to me which I took off when I sold it. Both of which were made by members of these forums. A derby cover and a small engraved tag. I plan on using both on the Street Glide. The tag will go in place of the reflector below the license plate. The derby cover is wrinkle black with Pantera's "CFH" machined into it. Not sure how the wrinkle black will go with the chrome primary and midnight pearl, but I don't really care. I'll be sure to take plenty of pics when I get them put on.
I'm planning on picking up a used set of slip-ons to get he harley sound for now and using the $1500 on stuff mainly for comfort. But we'll see. I plan on just riding it for a while until I figure out exactly what I need to do.
It's all good advice. Counting the days is going to be miserable.
I have a couple things that made my Night train unique to me which I took off when I sold it. Both of which were made by members of these forums. A derby cover and a small engraved tag. I plan on using both on the Street Glide. The tag will go in place of the reflector below the license plate. The derby cover is wrinkle black with Pantera's "CFH" machined into it. Not sure how the wrinkle black will go with the chrome primary and midnight pearl, but I don't really care. I'll be sure to take plenty of pics when I get them put on.
I'm planning on picking up a used set of slip-ons to get he harley sound for now and using the $1500 on stuff mainly for comfort. But we'll see. I plan on just riding it for a while until I figure out exactly what I need to do.