Threw on some new bags and took the bike out for it's first ride of 2022. I was getting tired of lugging around a big backpack for my commute to work and for long rides so I picked up a set of LeatherPros Saddlebags. Pretty easy to install especially since they provide you with the necessary hardware and instructions if you have a sissy bar (rigid or detachable) or ever plan to get a sissy bar. I'm loving that nothing had to be relocated and they're easily detachable when I don't need them. I can go back to the classic "Slim" look of the bike in no time since the Memphis Shades bullet fairing is detachable too.
I went ahead and did the home made transmission cover vent. Other than getting access to bolts, job was very easy and parts are cheap. Even bolts were not a big deal, just takes a mini ratchet and some time. I did install a check valve from NAPA on the vent line. It’s gonna be 80 F here today, so about to go out and take it out for a ride.
Now please tell us about this dipstick thermometer. How much was it? Do you have link?
Now please tell us about this dipstick thermometer. How much was it? Do you have link?
On my old TC softail, I paid a lot of attention to the bike’s details, and when I got the Heritage, I was really surprised at the oil dipstick. Plastic handle just seemed cheap and out of place on the M8 engine. I found a few different dipsticks, but wanted a non-digital temp gauge. I found this one and liked the style, but many on here won’t want any part of it - it is made in China. It appears to be well made and screws in snug. Below is a little better pic on bike - I think it looks a lot nicer. These are available on eBay for around $60 and come with either a black or white face.
On my old TC softail, I paid a lot of attention to the bike’s details, and when I got the Heritage, I was really surprised at the oil dipstick. Plastic handle just seemed cheap and out of place on the M8 engine. I found a few different dipsticks, but wanted a non-digital temp gauge. I found this one and liked the style, but many on here won’t want any part of it - it is made in China. It appears to be well made and screws in snug. Below is a little better pic on bike - I think it looks a lot nicer. These are available on eBay for around $60 and come with either a black or white face.
damn it I just bought this JES rip off for 180$ i like it but price is ridiculous
On my old TC softail, I paid a lot of attention to the bike’s details, and when I got the Heritage, I was really surprised at the oil dipstick. Plastic handle just seemed cheap and out of place on the M8 engine. I found a few different dipsticks, but wanted a non-digital temp gauge. I found this one and liked the style, but many on here won’t want any part of it - it is made in China. It appears to be well made and screws in snug. Below is a little better pic on bike - I think it looks a lot nicer. These are available on eBay for around $60 and come with either a black or white face.
Damn, now that I see it, I want one.
Like im not sure exactly what the use of a temp gauge is for the oil on my bike, but... now I want one.
01-10-2022, 09:41 AM
you are not alone 
