Got my vented leather lowers installed on my Road King Classic
#11
11-02-2010, 05:40 PM
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Just got my lowers from LeatherPros.com installed on my Road King Classic. I love'em. Excuse the extreme filth on the bike. Had some strange rains here in SoCal last 2 weeks and haven't cleaned it up.
I've always loved the look of the big lowers on the EG's and other bikes but thought it would look stupid on a RKC with the leather bags. Found these online and purchased through my local dealer at Orange County HD in Irvine CA.
They are tool-less installs, but they are not quick remove. Took about 30 minutes to get them on. I could probably take them off in 10 min and back on in 15-20 now, but this is not for casually removing for washing or to just convert to a leaner look for one ride.
Should help in the cooler days this winter when I can close the vents. In the summer, it should keep the motor a bit cooler as it directs more airflow directly to the first cylinder.
The glove boxes lock and inside is some of the mounting hardware, so they cannot be stolen without someone taking a saw to them.
EXCELLENT quality though. I'd heard good things about LeatherPros and can say I agree fully. I'll post the remaining 2 pics in a followup post. It only allowed 5 at a time.
I've always loved the look of the big lowers on the EG's and other bikes but thought it would look stupid on a RKC with the leather bags. Found these online and purchased through my local dealer at Orange County HD in Irvine CA.
They are tool-less installs, but they are not quick remove. Took about 30 minutes to get them on. I could probably take them off in 10 min and back on in 15-20 now, but this is not for casually removing for washing or to just convert to a leaner look for one ride.
Should help in the cooler days this winter when I can close the vents. In the summer, it should keep the motor a bit cooler as it directs more airflow directly to the first cylinder.
The glove boxes lock and inside is some of the mounting hardware, so they cannot be stolen without someone taking a saw to them.
EXCELLENT quality though. I'd heard good things about LeatherPros and can say I agree fully. I'll post the remaining 2 pics in a followup post. It only allowed 5 at a time.
#14
11-10-2010, 09:31 AM
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Awesome! I just did the exact same thing. I love the way that it fills out the front end and I appreciate the extra storage. I'd be interested to know if you've experienced any difference in bike performance or wind noise or anything like that.
BTW, Kuryakyn makes some adjustable highway pegs especially to fit around your lowers.
BTW, Kuryakyn makes some adjustable highway pegs especially to fit around your lowers.
Last edited by Mr. Nellis; 11-10-2010 at 09:33 AM. Reason: Add highway pegs info
#15
11-10-2010, 09:37 AM
Cannot tell any noise difference either, but I ride with a 3/4 helmet so ears are somewhat covered.
I love the way they look and last night it was in the 50's coming home and could definitely tell they kept my legs warmer. in the 40's this morning, so I'll actually close the vents on the way into the office and see how that goes.
On your lowers, post pics if you got 'em!
#16
11-10-2010, 09:50 AM
#17
11-10-2010, 10:04 AM
I have the HD lowers, and a few have claimed these will increase engine temperatures, but I haven't found this to be the case in two summers running in S. LA where it gets quite hot. HD says they improve cooling when moving but may increase heat when stationary, like sitting in traffic, since they may trap heat to some degree. I have noticed that oil temps run about 5° cooler with them installed, but haven't noticed any increase in oil-temps in traffic. I have an oil-cooler installed and its presence may change the behavior of the lowers vis-a-vis engine cooling. IOW, YMMV if you don't have a cooler.
