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Originally Posted by Uncle Larry
The tires on the new ( 2009 ) and later baggers have definitely given much better service than the old ( smaller ) ones ... It's quite common to hear reports of 20,000 mile service ... Inflation is crucial though as underinflated will cause major cupping on the outer edges
Also drains power from the engine to push an under-inflated tire. Not to mention, handling and mushy feel. Tires are a big deal.
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Chris, i was lucky to get 6K on my last Heritage, but i change them out as soon as i get near the wear bar, On the Ultra i get 15K on the rear. Tires aren't cheap but they're cheaper than hospitals or funerals...I
I run Metzler 880s front and rear. Wish they made white walls for my rim size. Oh well. I don't play around with tires. I'll replace them sooner rather than later just to feel better about it. Too much riding on them.
 
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Originally Posted by OKMICK
Sounds like a relaxing few days. What type fishing?

 
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Headed to Florida tomorrow for a few days. Gonna do some fishing in the Keys and visit a clubhouse I've never been too. I'll be back on Tuesday.
Never done salt water. You getting a boat to head out?
 
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Ramrod Key, nice wahoo that was really tasty on the grill.
 
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Originally Posted by RIPbiker13
Never done salt water. You getting a boat to head out?
FishMonster Charters out of of Key West

https://www.facebook.com/fishmonstercharters/
 
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Originally Posted by rwhisen

Ramrod Key, nice wahoo that was really tasty on the grill.
Looks like i minnow you're holding out close to the camera so it looks bigger. You guys don't fool me!
 
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Originally Posted by RIPbiker13
Looks like i minnow you're holding out close to the camera so it looks bigger. You guys don't fool me!
Can you guess the colour?
 
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Ramrod Key, nice wahoo that was really tasty on the grill.
Russ, is that your younger brother in the picture?
 
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It was a few years ago Stan. Notice the OEM knees.
 
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No, but I think I found the dress Al wears when he rides it.
 
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