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Old Jun 20, 2009 | 03:10 PM
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new to site so hello! i have two bikes 1997 dyna wideglide pipes,s&s,ev46,dyna200i love it!! 2008 se ultra 110'' heatbox anyone out there tryed to change this ie true duels? did it help? took lowers off added heat sheilds still hot dealer said it was normal. i know it's a 110'' and its going to be hot but man it cooks not only my legs but my wife riding on the back.any help would be great. thanks. ride safe out there.
 
Old Jun 20, 2009 | 04:12 PM
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Welcome to the site. from LONG ISLAND NY, you'll see some great info, wize cracks, and you'll scratch ya head alot too in here. Far as the heat goes, it is what it is, One of our OWN has something that worked for me, check him out, RJS Originals Inc. V-Twin Heat Deflectors . I DON'T KNOW THE MAN, JUST A SATISFIED CUSTOMER.
 
Old Jun 20, 2009 | 04:18 PM
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Old Jun 20, 2009 | 04:31 PM
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Welcome from SoCal. Swap your pipes, air cleaner and get some sort of fuel management to cool it down a bit. It runs so hot due to the EPA regulations. Do a search in the touring section for fuel management. I like the TTS the best.
 
Old Jun 20, 2009 | 05:01 PM
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Old Jun 20, 2009 | 05:58 PM
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Congrats!! Welcome from central Washington. Great site and even better people. Use the search function and snoop around a bit before asking questions . Just a little brotherly advice. Glad you're here . Geezer
 
Old Jun 20, 2009 | 06:19 PM
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