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Old 03-31-2011, 08:11 PM
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I know I've got to get a solo seat put on my bike but so far I like the way it turned out. I had a bob tail fender on it which I am now selling on eBay. I also purchased a new front wheel (black powder coated rims/chrome spokes) which should arrive next week.
 
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Looks good
 
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Much better.
 
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how about a 3.3 gallon tank??? btw, nice lookin bike!
 
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Lookin good....have you considered a 1" or 1.5" drop in the back to cut down on some of the fender/tire gap? That would look clean! Although....depending on your weight, the gap could disappear when you sit on it....sit on it and have someone take a picture.
 
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Looks great, but I still think you should've installed it yourself (another post/story)...

Nice look'n sporty & definitely time for a solo seat & lower rear...also, you should've coated your rims - they look good on the bike...
 
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Looks good, What year is your bike? Do you want to sell that sidekick seat? FI so how much? I might want one for my 2007 XL50.
 
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Originally Posted by Iceman24
Looks great, but I still think you should've installed it yourself (another post/story)...

Nice look'n sporty & definitely time for a solo seat & lower rear...also, you should've coated your rims - they look good on the bike...
Haha...very true Ice Man! I ordered a new front wheel (powder coated rims / chrome spokes) and it should be in next week. I will definitely install that myself. When I get my money together I will order the rear to match.
 
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Originally Posted by XL50#674
Looks good, What year is your bike? Do you want to sell that sidekick seat? FI so how much? I might want one for my 2007 XL50.
My bike is an 09 Custom Sportster. I am going to keep the sidekick seat for longer rides. I am contemplating ordering a Lepera Bare Bones for $200 or just buying the reduced reach solo seat for $140
 


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