Just got my RK Classic
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08-26-2010, 01:46 PM
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the price was too good on this classic, with all it's upgrades. And I like the spoke wheels and lower stance you get on a classic (& Classic Look). Those are more important then having hard bags...
I don't mind the leather bags, just think the hard bags would look better.
King's Ride - I really like your 03. Great taste!!
I don't mind the leather bags, just think the hard bags would look better.
King's Ride - I really like your 03. Great taste!!
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08-26-2010, 01:56 PM
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Thanks for all the replies, guys..I'm really happy with the bike, and it's ride. I'll probably swap the bars for some 16" apes.. just to make my back a little happier.
(due to old injuries)
As for swapping the leather bars for hard bags, it's probably more for the look. Eventually more will be done, and hard bags give me more of a pallet for paint.
& if my buddy scuffed my paint, after a couple of punches in the arm, I'd invite him over (bringing beer), and show him what's involved in repainting. He'll hate sanding after my crash course, and hopefully be more careful around a paint job..
My dad just got an 01 RK after being on a Anniversary Dyna. He's is really happy with his upgrade as well, and hopefully our long trips will be more comfortable and our 75 mile stops will be extended..
(due to old injuries)
As for swapping the leather bars for hard bags, it's probably more for the look. Eventually more will be done, and hard bags give me more of a pallet for paint.
& if my buddy scuffed my paint, after a couple of punches in the arm, I'd invite him over (bringing beer), and show him what's involved in repainting. He'll hate sanding after my crash course, and hopefully be more careful around a paint job..
My dad just got an 01 RK after being on a Anniversary Dyna. He's is really happy with his upgrade as well, and hopefully our long trips will be more comfortable and our 75 mile stops will be extended..
#13
08-26-2010, 02:00 PM
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Congratulations on owning the prettiest bike ever made! Of coarse that's just my opinion. The hardbags do look great on the RKC's but I haven't gotten around to getting any yet. There's a thread in this section written by either cbears or beary, can't remember but he has a link to the hardbags on his RKC and they are really nice. Check it out with the search function and enjoy the King.
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08-26-2010, 02:42 PM
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08-26-2010, 02:55 PM
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The RKC does have a different seat,which will probably get changed anyway, different wheels, and the white wall tires.
#19
08-26-2010, 03:13 PM
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The Classic is not the "lowest" of the Road Kings. It come standard with cruise control and wire wheels which is nicer IMO and on the 2011's it comes standard with ABS, security and a 103" mill so the hardbags are not the only difference. The Classic also has tank badges which is nicer than the painted on (also my opinion).
