Hello -

What would you recommend as "add-ons" AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE when I go get my RKC? Like, is the H.D. backrest and rack the way to go (fit and finish) vs. aftermarket...etc.

That is, items that H.D. produces that I ought to wrap into my deal at purchase (likely discounted if I make em part of my deal, I imagine). Or will I find everything I want in high quality aftermarket goods to add after the basci purchase?

Thanks!

SGN

 

thats tuff,,,, ya want deals,, ya want to make it your own,, and ya wanna save some coin,,,,
but what I found,,, impulse purchases are sometimes a waste of $,,, eg, dont fit, uncomffy,
dont look good, found better,, etc...
sit back,,, think about what ya want, research,,, discuss,,,, then buy
unless the $ is fallin out of your pockets,,, then go nutz!! lol

 

I agree with ya Rick. I made several impulse purchases via dealer and the net and still have quite a few still in the package in my garage that I may never use.

sgnden: Get the bike and then ride it a bit. Look around on the net and forum at different members bikes and go from there. Take your time and enjoy the bike first and the add on's will come to you in time. Dont add things that everyone else has. Look around on the web and find some custom items. I think you will be much happier going that route IMHO. The dealer isnt going anywhere and will be there when you get the weekend itch to ride over there and pick up your weekly fix of chrome. Start thinking of the white lie now for the wife and why you sent $100 on valve stem caps!

"Only the dead have seen the end of war"

 

Good advice, Onlythebest!

I was thinking that if there were a few things that HD produces that are "no brainers" quality-wise that I'd end-up getting at the dealer anyway...I'd wrap em in the deal.

But I don't want to be a arm-chair modifier...and just have eveyrthing slammed on there at the dealer. I'd prefer to ride bone-stock for a bit then I'll really see/feel the diff. I am sure I'll get carried away soon enough.

Thanks.

 

Have to agree with Electririck on this.LOL
Except, that if you plan on riding a passenger there is no real aftermarket backrest and/or rack that compares to hd's stuff, plus with the detachable feature its a click to put on and off. You would not go wrong buying and having it done before pickup, just take wife if thats who you plan on riding in and get help to pick out the right hieght and style of backrest and pad that feels best.

 

I agree with the above post however I like the Corbin Seat with the removable back rest. You can always buy HD stuff on line and save 20% also ebay is a good area for savings. Look around at the other bikes you see, sit on seats at the dealer and swap meets, ask questions and take your time to make it yours. I to have a few chrome items on the shelf that I have not put on and wonder why I purchased them. ENJOY

 

That's the nice thing about not being married...multiple choice body types for the backrest fit exercise! Maybe I'll bring 3 or 4 women in for the fit...I do know some like vibration in certian spots a bit more than others...<ahem>.

Now if I can only keep my bank account from draining into my ex's...the sweetheart she is. Uh huh.

sgn

 

You dog! Wish I could do that. Wife could care less about riding so I'm on my own which is why my seat is not for passengers. I went with look instead of comfort. If I need to put her on I just swap the seat out to factory and pop on the pass back rest.

 

Must Have OnA RCK: Wild Ones RK II handlebars, Highway Pegs, Chrome Front End, Comfortable Seat w/ Riders Removable Backrest (Mustang or Corbin), Touring Detachable Hardware Kit, Sissy Bar, Passenger Backrest, Different Exhaust...don't get slip-ons, you'll just want the full deal later anyhow, SERT, SE Stage I Kit...You are going to get these things anyhow in a few months so you might as well add them to your financing now. Research everything before you buy so you can add it on the financing and possible get a 20% or more discount on aftermarket parts. Congratulations on your decision to get a RKC...nice bike!

 

if your like me,,,, my wife is the best ascc'y i ever put on,,,
and if you ever get to see her you would agree!