What Upgrades We Personally Do To All Our Harleys!
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- Have You Done Any Of Them? If So, Was It Worth It To You? Every Harley Rider is Different. These are Some Items That Most Riders Really Enjoy, and Find Worth the Price.
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💥LINK to Video on The Comfort Triangle- • Adjusting Your Harley ...
💥 LINK to Video on SEE & BE SEEN- • How to Ride a Harley S...
💥 Link to Front Suspension Comparison Report- www.dkcustomproducts.com/dk-c...
💥 Link to Rear Suspension Comparison Report- www.dkcustomproducts.com/over...
💥 Link to Free Flowing, Performance Air Cleaner Systems- www.dkcustomproducts.com/air-c...
💥 Link to External Breather Systems- www.dkcustomproducts.com/breat...
💥 Link To Photos & Details about WHY an External Breather System is so Important- www.dkcustomproducts.com/overv...
💥 Link to Differences Between HiFlow Air Cleaners, with Dyno Charts- www.dkcustomproducts.com/diffe...
➡️ Link to another video about how our High Flow Air Cleaners Cool Down Your Ride- • COOL DOWN Your Harley ...
➡️The Comfort Triangle Written How To Guide- www.dkcustomproducts.com/how-t...
➡️ M8 Softail Floorboard Extensions- www.dkcustomproducts.com/rider...
➡️ Touring Floorboard Extensions-www.dkcustomproducts.com/footp...
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I know it sounds silly but the number one thing to get is a "Motorcycle License" and insurance. I know a guy that has a bike but does not have a license, this could also mean that he does not have insurance as well. This could be devastating in the event of an accident. Suspension: Legend front and back, they turned my bike into a new bike.
License and insurance are certainly important to have!
Legends are better than stock. I hope you enjoy them!
Check out the front and rear suspension reports/comparisons linked below. You may find them interesting;
Front Suspension Report- www.dkcustomproducts.com/dk-custom-front-suspension-testing-report-part-i-of-ii-dk-fs-tst-rp-i.htm
Rear Suspension Report- www.dkcustomproducts.com/overview-of-performance-rear-shocks-98.htm
Thanks for commenting! 😎
On all of my newer Harleys = 1988 and up to my 2017 M8, I have always changed Airfilter, Exhaust, Ignition system, Carburator/Tuner, Cams and Push Rods, various Engine vents, Ignition Cables, Ignition Coil, Spark-plugs, switched to Full Synthetic Oil and an Oil-cooler etc. When you are on your 28’th Harley you automatically know what you are gonna do to make them perform better,..and you can say it’s an addiction to always have a feeling what’s going on “between your legs” so to speak. Making routinely inspections: Belt-Chain, Brakes, Oil and Brake fluids, Tires + Pressure, Electrical = Battery, Switches and Bulbs…sounds like an endless procedure, but it’s not. Make it rule number one that timely care will pay out when you’re out there on the lonely roads, and if you bring a well equipped tool-bag that will be the guarantee that nothing will happen ☝🏻😉. Finally I can’t emphasize enough how absolutely crucial a proper “warm-up” of the Oil is,…when the Oil…the engines blood..is warm and “operational ready” so are all the metal components in the Motor and they are ready to let you rock’n roll 👌🏻☠️
Very good add.
Yep, after a few bikes you know what a "new" one needs to meet your vision of the bike.
Maintenance and regular inspections, and a warm up are probably worth doing an entire video on. Great info! 👍😎👍
I hope you get this message, possibly, if you can generate an upgrade list of what actually to get first, I know there’s a vast majority of components and systems for the exhaust for comfort, etc. the breather system. But if you all could generate a list of what actually to get first in some type of order, and then, basically it would become a wish list for all riders to enjoy. Thank you for all that you all do, and all your products, will be a lifetime customer for sure! Keep up the Awesome Newark.
It really depends on your bike and what you are looking for.
Here is a link to a playlist of Ultimate Comfort mods that you may find useful/interesting - th-cam.com/play/PLb3bvZgbH92_2seKX3BWFsA6AcrHDI60w.html
Here is a link to a full playlist of Why and How to cool down your bike that you may find useful/interesting - th-cam.com/play/PLb3bvZgbH92_3s-2vv63QggFJ3nteFd_C.html
Here is a link to a written report on doing it right the first time that you may find useful - www.dkcustomproducts.com/do-it-right-the-first-time.htm
We have a Playlist of videos showing the most Popular Mods for each of the Model families. You can see it here- th-cam.com/play/PLb3bvZgbH929NHc8qYzBw9xoeCv1tY5sp.html
Thank you for commenting! MB
One more expensive, but worth it, addition to your Harley Davidson.
A supermodel on the seat right behind you.
😂 Yeah, will end up being more expensive than the Harley. 😂
During over 30 years of riding I hated every second of wearing a helmet until I bit the bullet and invested in a properly sized Aria Helmet. What a difference in comfort and surprisingly enough the aerodynamics of the helmet keep your head still in messy air flow meaning far less fatigue after a long ride. Amazing. Cheers.
Yes, good riding gear is key. Especially when you are riding a lot! Glad you found a good helmet.
Thank you for commenting! 😎
HD also offers a separate "Electrical Diagnostic" book for about $60 also. It's like a triage decision tree format. Some of the HD books are offered online for less $
Very good point. I have never used one of them, but Hoodie (HD Dealership Manager) does talk about that in this video-
th-cam.com/video/QErKxuIjEwY/w-d-xo.html
Stock seats on Harley have had to change.this is with 8 Harleys I have owend.I all ways added oil cooler on them.
I hear ya. Only HD seat I've ever liked stock was on my 2012 Heritage. Same here, every one has had an oil cooler added. 👍
Regarding the Helmet topic, I totally agree that you get what you pay for. I went from a $200 HJC to a $700 Shoei and it not only feels better but I can actually SEE better! It's like when you get a new pair of glasses! (Glasses wearers will understand)
Well said. Thank you for the add. 👍😎👍
There is no comparison between a $200 helmet and a really good one. You can catch em
On sale here and there, my latest Shoei was on close out and it is so comfortable out on the road.
I have very recently come across your TH-cam channel during my sleepless nights of "internet rabbit hole research". I have to say I am supremely impressed all around. I will get through all of your video library eventually, but I wanted to take a moment to say thank you. I purchased my first Harley a 2002 Ultra Classic with 78K miles, bone stock (except it had 12" bars and Screaming Eagle slip ons) in April. Since then I have taken it apart in various capacities half a dozen times to address a variety of mechanical and personal preference issues (such as LED light conversion, windshield, cup holders, phone holders, replacing all the nuts/bolts/washers back to factory vs the misc junk hardware drawer that was ravaged over the years, tour pack quick detach hardware, barnett throttle/idle/brake lines, new fuzes and relays, etc). This has caused me to research a plethora of things to get smart before just throwing money at stuff. A lot of what I consider common sense you cover well in this video. Aside from that, you have clarified many questions on an ever growing list of "what is best for me/my bike". As you know, there are literally millions of products and millions of opinions about what is "best" and there is not necessarily a one size fits all right answer. What you two provide is a general what things need to be addressed to get a bike healthy and operating as it was intended to baseline. Thank you for that and I will be sending my business your way soon for a tuner and your Outlaw Air Cleaner systems along with crank breathing/catch can to start.
Congrats on your First Harley! 👍
Very good to hear you are finding the videos useful/interesting.
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Floor boards extensions make a big difference
Yes, they really do for comfort and felt heat! Thank you for commenting! MB
New or used driver seat W/ back rest is a must for this ol man
I like having a back rest as well! Thanks for commenting! MB
I don't wear a helmet because it is fashionable. I wear one because cold air hurts. Bugs hurt. Dirt gets in your eyes. Rocks pop up into your face. It's hard to breathe at 80 mph. Rain hurts. I mean, why wouldn't you just protect your face and head? Sure, the difference a helmet makes in a crash might just be between an open casket and closed casket funeral, but I wear one every time I ride because of all those other reasons. I especially do since I caught a lug nut right in the forehead of my helmet about 15 years ago. I'll never ride without one after that.
Wow! A lug nut at speed...did it embedded into the helmet?
I prefer the feel of riding without one...but 99.9% of the time I do ride with one.
Got hit by a truck about 12 years ago, flew 150 feet thru the air, then slid another 153 feet along the interstate. Helmet was all scraped up, but no concussion.
A fueling vented dipstick is worth every cent, especially for any M8...
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Glad you're happy with it. Are you running an EBS in addition to it?
I love ya like a brother gentlemen but you didn’t mention a seat change. I’m running a Mustang seat and it made a big comfort upgrade over stock. Combined with my Fox suspension, it’s a night and day difference.
Keep up the great great content here. I appreciate the hell out of the work you gentlemen put in on your YT channel.
Thank you, appreciate the kind words.
Yes, we will be doing a seat video. 👍😎👍
We do address the seat a bit in the Comfort Triangle Video. Link Here- th-cam.com/video/Y4pWGTj-iDE/w-d-xo.html
Bet we will be doing an entire video on seats soon.
I also recently came across the channel, and I couldn't agree more !
I will have to get a Muller power clutch. I can't believe how hard the lever is to pull. I've been riding BMW Classic K bikes for 38 years and now went back to a Sportster. It's like going back to the stone age. Braking and shifting on the old K bikes was like a 2 on a scale of difficulty and the Harley about a 10.
I hope you get a clutch that works for you. We do offer a performance clutch kit on our website that you may find helpful/useful - www.dkcustomproducts.com/high-performance-clutch-kit-w-extra-plate-tool-dk-eo-hpck.htm
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Thanks for commenting! MB
Great video , Have the stuff from DK , all good . Finally wore out my DK tee shirt..Giving people the right information, very rare in this day and age
I am glad you like the videos. Thank you for your business! I am glad you are liking your products. We appreciate your support! 😎👍
Great video brothers!!!
I believe another area to NEVER go cheap on is TIRES! Not just for the sake of performance but also safety. Running cheap tires is a risk that's never worth taking!
Well said! Thank you! 👍😎👍
Something that you guys did an entire series on, REDUCE OIL TEMP & OVERALL HEAT. Not only good for the motor and bike overall, but also plays a huge impact on the rider.
Yes, very true! Thanks for the add. 👍😎👍
Here is a link to that series of videos- th-cam.com/play/PLb3bvZgbH92_3s-2vv63QggFJ3nteFd_C.html
12mm Twisted plug wires and an Accel Super Coil. Worth it.
Glad you have wires and a coil that is working for you! Thank you for commenting! MB
Awesome video and great info as always
Thank you for the comment, and glad you are finding the videos useful/interesting. 👍😎👍
I'm really liking all the info brought by the DK crew. Keep up the good work.
Thanks man, appreciate the good words, and glad you are finding the videos interesting/useful. 👍😎👍
first Happy New Yr, just watched the vid as i've been working thru the holidays, your take on LED lighting was spot on.. almost got rear ended twice from idiots on cell phones at traffic lights, went out and put a $1000 into custom dynamic lighting front/rear/stop/run/brake and marker plus headlight and passing lamps. as my bike is a canadian model i had to get the box that converts the turn signals to brk lights . best money ive spent so far, friends tell me that if they cant see it now there blind and they are super bright.. great vid.. cant wait for the suspension vid. Cheers from the Great White North
Thank you. HNY to you! 👍😎👍
SEE & BE SEEN is a very valuable asset.
We did an intro video on newest suspension, see it below. We are also going to be doing some more technical videos and some testing videos in the next few months.
Plus I will put some links below to our newest Front and Rear Suspension Reports.
Intro video-
th-cam.com/video/QH_qIQR3ZI0/w-d-xo.html
Front Suspension Report- www.dkcustomproducts.com/dk-custom-front-suspension-testing-report-part-i-of-ii-dk-fs-tst-rp-i.htm
Rear Suspension Report- www.dkcustomproducts.com/overview-of-performance-rear-shocks-97.htm
I really, really look forward to your "new" analysis/testing on suspensions. Especially for Trikes. Lift kit is on my 2021, but haven't changed shocks as these on mine seem as good as some aftermarket ones I've ridden.
Coming soon! We should have it done before the end of the year. Just a few more tests, then assembling all the data into report form.
Great video, solid advice. Although i do not consider the first two items upgrades, rather just basic kit you need if you own a motorcycle :) Keep up the great vids guys.
Thanks for the comment, and glad you are liking the videos. Thanks for sharing! 👍😎👍
Dealerships absolutely bend you over for handlebar swaps that require cable and wire extensions. Most bikes, it shouldn't take more than 2 hours max to swap them out, swap cables, lines and extend wires; but a dealer will never do it faster than 4 hours, and you're gonna pay for it lol
Agreed, they do charge more that it seems it would take. On fairing bikes it will take a bit longer...but still...
Great advice guys. I have implemented all that you have covered( I have your 828 breather with Transformer back plate) including upgrading my helmet twice this summer and I could not believe the difference between a $600 helmet and an $800 helmet. The $600 wasn't terrible until I put on the $800!! Myself being a taller rider I also recommend an extended reach rear brake pedal. The pedal I got not only moves the pedal forward and down away from your foot but also outward so floorboard spacers came with the kit. I went with the Soft Brake brand and they are super helpful in guiding you to the correct one based on your inseam and type of bike. I want to give a shout out to my friends Jeff and Christi at C2Custom Cycle in Logan Ohio. They installed my Rinehart slimline duels/4in DBX mufflers coupled with the DK Customs 828 breather/transformer and a tune from Techno Research and the performance difference is amazing!! Every gear is taller and the bike no longer falls flat on its face at 4500 RPM. I love your content guys...Thanks!!
Man, thanks for the kind words, and very happy to hear how well your set up is working for you.
We appreciate your business. 👍😎👍
Thanks! I put your Outlaw 828 air cleaner and hose & catch can external breather on my Softail - the new banjo bolts fit perfectly. Next is a tuner and suspension. You guys are great!
Man, thanks for the good words, and for your business, we appreciate it.
Very glad to hear you are enjoying them. 👍😎👍
Bars, Seat, Exhaust, Headers, LED Lights, Air Intake are the 6 things I change first in my Harley's
Good Deal, thanks for the add. 👍😎👍
If you are an older (or beat up) biker like me and on 3-wheels, I can't recommend the "Trike Mid Step" enough. That makes getting on and off the trike SO much easier.
Great add. 👍
I really like the mid-step also. Link to it here- www.dkcustomproducts.com/trike-mid-step-for-easy-mount-dismount-harley-more-dk-tms.htm
There are folks that have tried to use it on my Tri Glide, and it just does not work well for them. However, for most it is a great addition.
Definitely +1 on the helmet, I bought a popular low priced helmet (no names) and vents on the helmet are purely decorative and NOT open into the inside lol. I would recommend everyone to go to the dealer and get at least one extra key to have in a safe place. Once upon a time, I was down to one key and it ended up breaking while unlocking the fork (unfortunately did that before unlocking the ignition)
Wow on the helmet.
Yes, always good to have a spare key. Thanks for the add. 👍😎👍
Another enjoyable video guys - thank you! Since watching your channel, I have upgraded a number of items to make the bike more comfortable and usable. My top changes were your 14” rear shocks with lift plates (even my good wife commented on the difference!), a Jims ForceFlow fan, a taller screen (the standard was absolutely appalling), a heated seat from the Harley catalogue, Harley heated grips, your rear footrest adjustable mounting plates and cooling wings and a Stage 1. Plans now include an oil cooler and relocation kit from your catalogue, possibly some Thunder Torque inserts, a front suspension upgrade and a Rekluse Auto Cutch. Exchange rate between $ and £ is making me wait a while though……
Bob.
Thank you for the kind words, glad you are finding the videos interesting/useful. 👍😎👍
Sounds like you are getting your bike set up exactly how you want it...making it your own. 😀
We are very appreciative that you have chosen some of our parts to do so.
Yeah, exchange rate can really hurt sometimes.
Not at all what I expected, kudos. I expected you to hawk your products, you didn’t. I like that I may have to start looking at you guys.
Thanks man, glad you liked the video and are looking at our parts. We appreciate it. 👍😎👍
I put hand grip tassels on all my hogs!!!
Great horse power gains ! Just torque them correctly to get maximum performance!!
Good tip! 😂😂😂
Always good info from y'all @ DK Customs, one thing I want to say is, remember to thank those that are always willing to take the time to help as D K Customs does
Hey Jack, thank you so much for the kind words.
Enjoy your warm weather down there...it is 930 am and has warmed up from 23* earlier to 34*. 🙁😬🙁
I ordered my 2015 Ultra while I was overseas. When it came time to pick it up I had a list of things I wanted done first while it was still at the dealer. I wanted the bike to breath better so I upgraded the air intake and exhaust, I wanted to be seen better so I had everything changed to LEDs, and I wanted it to ride better so I upgraded the suspension. The one thing I didn’t do that I wish I had was raise the handlebars 2”. Great recommendations from you all and I agree 100%.
Sounds like you have your ride set up how you want it. Glad you found the video useful/interesting. Thank you for the comment. 👍😎👍
@@DKCustomProducts almost, I would still like to change the handlebars but for right now, riding is more important that upgrading.
@@DWinthekeys Ride safe! 👍
I always purchase the factory service manual for my Harley's, I purchased the service manual and the electrical systems manual for my 07' Fatboy. I too run all led lights front to rear, with two additional led lights on the rear serving as turn signals. I put floorboard heel stirrups which keep my boots in position at all speeds without my feet sliding back off the floorboards. Bike has tuner, custom air filter, V&H exhaust, and is dyno. tuned.
Good deal, sounds like you have your bike set up how you like it. Thanks for the add. 👍😎👍
LED Headlamp is way superior to halogen bulbs for riding at night.
Well worth the money.
Also the service manual is a must I have bought for each bike. 💯
You can get led headlights on Amazon for $40. I did, it's like night and day.
True That. The more bright lighting the better.
www.dkcustomproducts.com/lights-c98-281.htm
Yep, SEE & BE SEEN is very useful.
I particularly find the Stealth Driving LED's to be very useful.
www.dkcustomproducts.com/lights-c98-281.htm
I was on the suspension report a lot as a kid. 😁
👍😎👍 I resemble that.
I have upgraded to DK external breather and air cleaner systems trying to get those ridiculous temps down thanks for helping with that. I up graded to a new full face helmet when I totaled a big cruiser in ‘ 19 after a faulty drive belt install caused my back wheel to lock up. My gear totally saved my life. The full face I had on was completely demolished and still I was unconscious at the scene with a TBI. At 70, every major joint has been replaced and I have upgraded to 12 in. apes to relieve some shoulder pain. I now ride a 2015 ultra limited that I’m thinking of upgrading suspension. Looking to not feel like I’ve been dragged behind a truck when I roll into the drive after a 350 mile day ride. Some days the 20 ft. walk from the garage to the back door seems daunting. Suggestions?
BTW I love all the vid and info. You continue to inspire me to ride like I stole it.
First off, congrats on staying in the wind and following your passion!
Second, thank you for your business, we do appreciate it, and are happy to hear you are enjoying the parts.
The best shocks you can get are the 13"" NEXGEN™, they will really smooth out the ride quality. The best value improvement in shocks are the Twin Adjustable. Shock Report link and link to shocks down below.
For Front Suspension, the best are the AK-20's, mid level are the FST's and best value are the Intiminators. Front Suspension Report down below along with details of the different products.
Always feel free to email or call with any questions.
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Shock Report Link- www.dkcustomproducts.com/overview-of-performance-rear-shocks-97.htm
Different Shocks Link- www.dkcustomproducts.com/rear-shocks-c651-260.htm
Front Suspension Report Link- www.dkcustomproducts.com/dk-custom-front-suspension-testing-report-part-i-of-ii-dk-fs-tst-rp-i.htm
Different Front Suspension Link- www.dkcustomproducts.com/front-suspension-c652-310.htm
I can say, LEDs are well worth it. Had a BCM issue causing my rear lights to burn out. BCM was replaced under warranty but still had lights burn out. Got some RRI LED lights and no more problems.
Agree 100%. SEE & BE SEEN! 👍😎👍
Excellent tutorial guys. New subscriber here so thank you. I have a 2021 Street Glide that is basically stock except for a set of V&H slipons. My factory warranty is set to expire soon and two major imo upgrades that I'm ready for are a better flowing breather and head pipe. I'm looking at a HD Screaming Eagle breather and a TAB Performance head pipe. I hope these two upgrades alone will make a huge difference in my bike.
Thanks for the comment. Glad to hear you are finding the videos useful/interesting. On the header, at the most you are going to get a few % increase (1-3 is typical). It is not a lot of bang for the buck. What You Will Get is a reduction in the amount of heat radiating from the header, because the cat is gone.
On the HD SE breather, you may end up joining the ranks of thousands of others that are disappointed in their Stage I upgrade. Here are a couple of video where we go into what makes some good power increases per dollar spent.
th-cam.com/video/s8eoRhCbuH8/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/GK5x3lcQvJU/w-d-xo.html
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I came across your channel here on Utube!!! Have a 88 FXRS and a 15 Limited, both have had quite a bit of work done to them for performance/reliability. I bought the 15 new so all modifications done I've either did myself or paid a trusted Custom Bike Shop to do. Have been wanting a blow-by bypass system but all decent ones i have seen were crazy prized till i seen yours. I have minimal blow-by so am going to do the bolt/filter system 1st and should be fine. After some more watching of your mods videos. 16:25 I think I'll get the wind deflectors and 1.5"F & 1/2"R tank raise also. Eventually I will get the oil relocate/cooler system. With the mods I've done previously full exhaust S&S,cammed,dropped a tooth on drive gear, adj. push rods,Hyd lifters,S.E. Air Box with K&N filter,HD Clutch,and tuner. Oh and believe it or not my crank runout was within specs so didn't have to put a different oil pump in. My Mechanic said it was the 1st bike out of 25 or so that had made tolerances. But today it was 76° here in Iowa and my oil temp on hiway speed of 60mph for 40 miles was 238°. Thats on fresh oil change full synthetic and Lucas plus 8oz of Motorkote oil additive. After your mods and eventual oil cooler/relocate hopefully be around 210° average. Great products and tutorial videos,glad I found you!!! THANK YOU Brother's and Ride but safe!!! Curt L.
Thank you for your comment! 👍
Sounds like you are getting your bike dialed in exactly how you want it. Great to hear you are enjoying some of our parts on your build.
We appreciate your business, and believe you will be well pleased with the other items you are planning to add.
Glad you are finding the videos useful/interesting. 👍
I put legend rear suspension on my 2017 street glide..nice
Glad you found a shock that you like! MB
Best money spent on my road king was a mustang super touring seat w/backrest 800 mi days no problem now. Should have done it sooner but it is expensive
Glad you got a seat that is working so well for you. Thanks for the add. 👍
Personally, you nailed it right on the head with LED lights.
Thanks, glad you liked it.
To SEE & BE SEEN is very useful.
I particularly find the Stealth Driving LED's to be very useful.
www.dkcustomproducts.com/lights-c98-281.htm
If I am ever able to upgrade from a Softail to a Touring Harley-Davidson motorcycle I will: add a rider back rest, LED lights everywhere possible, Stage I kit and possibly a Stage II and a suspension upgrade if necessary. I always wear a helmet and I wear leathers when it is cool enough for safety and warmth. My plan is to always have my bike serviced by a certified Harley-Davidson tech so a Service Manual won’t be necessary even though I currently have one for my 2002 Softail. A more comfortable seat is a possibility also. Thanks for the video.
Sounds like a plan.
Glad you enjoyed the video and thank you for the comment. 👍
The guy on the right looks like the Felonious Falaffle guy. I love that guy
Lol I will be sure to pass this along to Dwayne! 😂
Loving your vids MS brothers, can you all do a seat comparison down the road.
Thanks man, appreciate you good words. 👍
Yes, we are planning on doing a seat video soon.
For information, you can get the manual digitally and print what you want for a project.
Yes, I just did a search and the actual HD manual is available digitally for $39.00, and then there are a bunch of Non-HD manuals (not nearly as good) on HD's that are quite a bit less, or even "free". Then there are pirated copies out there also.
This is my first time seeing a video from you guys. Cool channel. Hate it when anybody says " before we get started make sure you like n comment blah blah blah".. if I haven't even watched the video how do I know if I'm giving it a thumbs up. Lol 🤣😆
Thanks for watching, and appreciate your comment.
Yeah, we are still relatively new to making videos (much better at making parts), and I agree, we need to change that.
@@DKCustomProducts love your videos. I hadta sub . Much love n support. 👍
@@BradenWalker1 Thanks for watching and subscribing! Glad you're liking our channel!
First 3 out of 3, you guys are GOOD!
Thanks man!
👍 cool list. So do you have a seat test? A while back I had a 1988 1200 sportster. The moment I put on a camel back style seat, not only was I more comfortable and snug with back support, there was more seating area for the pillion.
Anyway, will be looking at the breathing systems and anything else that removes EPA ruling probs. Thanks for the tips.
We will be doing a report on seats soon.
It is a subject, not unlike exhaust. Everyone's shape and comfort is different, so there is no one size that fits all. What may be very comfortable for one person may be a literal PITA to someone else.
I've had custom seats made. I've recontoured OEM seats, but now I do the following:
If the OEM seat is not comfortable, I use an airhawk and sheepskin, and I always use a backrest. I've found that this is the Most comfortable for me. However, everyone is different.
Thank you for looking at our parts, we appreciate your business. Glad you're liking the vids. 👍😎👍
Spot on
Thank you! 👍😎👍
I am looking forward to your suspension comparisons video. I am hoping you include super shox In your testing.
I have super shox on my 20 road glide. Very pleased.
Yes, the Super Shox were part of our recent testing. 👍
Much better than Stock, for sure. 👍
I have them on my 2014 limited...awesome shocks!!
I'm told by our Harley Dealer that the Service Manual will cost $185.00 CA ($139.90 US) and will take 48 weeks to get it.
Yeah, we did not realize they had gone up so much. 😬
You wouldn’t guys believe how much I paid for service manual here in the UK. $142! But it’s worth every penny. And yes, it was the first thing I bought after ordering my dream FLHRXS. 🙂
Congrats on your Dream Bike. Wishing you many miles of smiles on it. 👍
@@DKCustomProducts thank you very much!
@@dawidos117 You're welcome, thanks for watching!
My 1st helmet was a speed and strength and it was great, on the streets at 25-35 but trash on the freeway I've now had a sedici, shoei and just bought a modular from harley, huge difference also helmets specific to riding style make a difference between a tucked or leaned sportbike and an upright on a cruiser, the designs and shapes also make a difference
Great add, thanks for contributing. 👍😎👍
The first performance upgrade I need is mirrors that I can see out of. Why do all the mirrors I see only come out nearly as far as the end of the handlebar? I never liked the idea of lane splitting, and why do they make the outside part of the mirrors so narrow? OK, I guess I can understand that people might not like round mirrors, but shouldn't the largest part of the mirror go to the outside?
I had a Sportster back in '79 that had rectangle style of mirrors and as far as I can recall, I knew what was behind me, at least better than what I have now on my '03 Sportster I just bought. If I can't see very well from a mirror, I suppose I will tend to get into a lazy habit of not looking in it very often. A mirror that works well is one that will get used, is my opinion on that.
Thank you for the added upgrade. Mirror are important! Thanks for commenting! 👍😎👍 MB
In 35 years of HD ownership. I have yet to see any accessories return their value at trade time. If you can take it to your next ride that’s great We buy this for our own enjoyment 😊
Totally agree! I have some parts that have moved from bike to bike as much as 5 times!
Fs manual on my phone ,pdf version that's easy to navigate and always with me
yes, many like the digital manuals. 👍
Safety: lighting, engine guard(mine saved me THOUSANDS in repairs)
Performance: suspension, seat, bars, air cleaner, fuel tuner, exhaust, cams.
Nice! 👍
I follow and appreciate all you vids, thank you. I have implemented all you mentioned except the tuner. I have a 2020 Road Glide all stock except rinehart slip ons. I would like to change out my "hot box" and get a tuner to fine tune the bike and a tuner that could be used when I change out the header pipes. I'm not really planning any motor mods and it's a little confusing which tuner would work best for my situation. Suggestions and reasons for your suggestion please.
Hi David, thanks for the comment and question. Good to hear that you are liking the videos. 👍
Sounds like you have a good gameplan moving forward.
You do not Need a tuner for the mods you have done and are planning on doing.
However, it will run a bit better with a great tune.
You can see this video on why you do not need a tune- th-cam.com/video/aWW-nt7-fzA/w-d-xo.html
Also, here is a link to a written report with dyno charts. You can see from the 3rd chart in this link- www.dkcustomproducts.com/milwaukee-eight-dyno-charts-other-interesting-info-dk-m8-rpt.htm
That the increase in performance is relatively small compared to the increase by switching to a DK Custom HiFlow Air cleaner (with the OEM tune).
The two options for a tuner are the FP4 and the Power Vision. You can see both at the link below. I prefer the Power Vision because it is more full featured and leaves all doors open for what I may want to do in the future. I also like to use it as a gauge cluster. I know you can do the gauge cluster with the FP4 and a smart phone, but I would rather not have my phone on my handlebars for that.
www.dkcustomproducts.com/efi-tuners-c74.htm
Here are a couple of videos where we talk a bit more about tuners, how they work, what they do, and how the ECM adjusts on the M8's
th-cam.com/video/7sn7CrmSDL4/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/0vbTkRvFa80/w-d-xo.html
@@DKCustomProducts Thank you
@@davidleduc2779 You're welcome, thanks for watching!
As usual very good video. Well thought out. Where did you find those yellow passing lamps on the Trike? Thanks. -Chaplain JMan
Thank you, good to hear you are liking the videos and finding them useful. 👍😎👍
Those are the stock passing lamps with Lamin-X yellow film on them. Works well, holds up well, I've been very please with it on several of my bikes/trikes over the years.
@@DKCustomProducts Kool. Thanks. I will check it out.
@@jman6621 No problem, thanks for watching!
We need to talk cams have a 107 and I’m gonna probably go to 128 or you were talking about this man that was a racecar driver at one time and he does wonderful cams. I want to know if I can use the same cam or do I have to buy a camper each size
We do not sell cams, nor big bore kits. Jamie is the person we talk to about that. You can see his information in this video- th-cam.com/video/Ax1e2gNvdsk/w-d-xo.html
I have a 2021 street glide special. I was able to get a PDF version of the shop manual for less than $50 online.
I forgot to mention, Harley also has a (ready reference torque value booklet) that you can buy for your bike. that booklet contains the torque specs for just about every nut, bolt and screw for your Harley.
Service manual 215 in the state of Florida
What are you trying to communicate?
I live in Wisconsin and started wearing a helmet when it got cold I got so used to wearing its hard to ride with out now
Good deal. 👍😎👍
I tried a moderately priced LED Head lamp and turn signals on my 21 Street Glide, and the Head Lamp destroyed my Radio Reception and had to remove them, Has anyone had the same issue, and did you find one that didnt effect the Reception of FM radio? Well bless those that have the cash to spend to have Harley Dealers do the modifications, but I don't and more than that, I enjoy wrenching on my own rides..Yea, I've become an suspension snub, and spent alot (some with DK Customs) and some pre owned..I got used to seeing my two touring bikes up in the air for my mods.. and enjoyed the beer, and the test rides afterwords..Thanks for doing your comparisons for us all, and I did consider what you all found and suggested.. I'm Eye balling a Stage 2 mod on my 2020 Road King, 107 (It's no longer under Harley warranty) But I dont like dyno's and prefer not to set my bike on one (due to the overall stress on the bike power train).
Thanks for the good words and your business. We appreciate it. 👍
We have heard the same thing on some brands of LED bulbs.
Depending on what cam you go with, you can get a Power Vision (link below) and then get a tune already set up for your new cam, and whatever intake and exhaust you're running. No need to get on the dyno with it.
www.dkcustomproducts.com/dynojet-power-vision-flash-tuner-w-auto-tune-dk-pv-cmp-pkg.htm
Please have the new softail frame on the suspension report. I put the bitubo on my old sporty. I need the same for my flde
The M8 Softail is on our front suspension report. However, we have not done much testing yet on the monoshock for the rear. Thank for the comment.
Bars , seat, exhaust, lighting , tires, gear 😂
Good add, thank you for sharing. 👍
I would love to see an evaluation of deer whistles
I don't know how to do that.
There are tons of anecdotal "evidence" pointing toward their efficacy, AND inefficacy.
Personally, I do not believe they attract deer, and possibly help, at least some of the time...so I run them.
Our bikes are a "Blank Slate" when we buy 'em, we have to make them fit our needs. And it seems to never end! I recently replaced my mirrors with mirrors with longer stems so I could see better behind me instead of my arms obstructing about half of my view.
Yep, they are a blank slate, and what we do with them is only limited by our imagination and budget.
Here is a video about how this is the HD plan- th-cam.com/video/__NE6h1DhCg/w-d-xo.html
The manual was 60$ in 2015 when I bought my Road King.
my 2001 sportster manual was 70$ in 2008, but worth it.
Yeah, I think the first manual I bought was down are $35, and they've steadily been climbing in price, especially the last 10 years.
Did the external breather it made my bike run alot better
Glad you are liking your product and getting good results from it!
Thank you for your business and for commenting! 😎
Gents,
What is a good mid priced shock for a 2007 Dyna lowrider. I need to replace mine, but can't afford a whole lot. What about the Drag Specialty 12" chrome shock, any opinion on those?
Any advice will help.
Those may be better than stock...maybe. They may be mid priced, but they are the low end of what they deliver. Sag cannot be adjust properly on them, and there is less than the ideal amount of travel.
Here is our report on shocks- www.dkcustomproducts.com/overview-of-performance-rear-shocks-94.htm
The best mid range shock for the Dyna, as far as absorbing the bumps & keeping the tire planted, can be seen at this link- www.dkcustomproducts.com/twin-adjustable-performance-rear-shocks-for-harley-davidson-dk-bt-shks.htm
Which modifications will void the Harley warranty? I have an extended warranty on my 2020 cvo tri-glide and would love to do a suspension and exhaust upgrade but concerned about voiding my warranty.
Modifications that can have an effect on warranty fall in to two categories:
1. A non epa compliant tune
2. Aftermarket parts that cause a problem with Harley parts. (example- 3rd party high lift cams that break a valve spring...the spring, plus any other damage should not, and would not be covered)
Here are two videos that you may find very interesting/useful on the subject-
th-cam.com/video/M-QdwkZ3_RQ/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/3etb7O62GOA/w-d-xo.html
On the comfort triangle, y'all didn't mention the seat.
We do talk about the seat in our comfort triangle report which you can see at this link- www.dkcustomproducts.com/how-to-set-your-bike-up-for-youthe-comfort-triangle-dk-tri-su.htm
Here is a video to the comfort triangle where we talk about the seat as well- th-cam.com/video/Y4pWGTj-iDE/w-d-xo.html
Thanks for commenting!
Service manual for my 2021 touring bike was $110.
WOW!!! 😬
Where did you get that “ Air Hawk with Sheep Skin seat cover ??
It was 13 years ago and Kevin does not remember, but a lot of people get sheepskin from Alaska Leather www.alaskaleather.com/collections/sheepskin-buttpads
Thanks for commenting! MB
Where do you find the service manual for that price? Dealer quoted me over $200 for a 2023 Road Glide manual.
That was the price over a year ago. I am sure like everything else the price has gone up but you can check ebay for a used one.
Thank you for commenting! MB
Where can you find a service manual for the tri Glides I have a 2020 and all I can find is a manual for touring motorcycles which covers the front half of the bike but not the rear end. The touring manual itself is way more than $75
There is a Trike Supplemental Manual. You can see it at the link below. Any dealership can get it for you.
www.harley-davidson.com/us/en/shop/c/motorcycle-service-parts?aribrand=HDM#/s/HDM//94000742//1/y
Yeah, the price has gone up since we last bought one....crazy expensive.
Do you have a “shed” tour of your filming room?
Most of the filming we've done in the last year is in my bike room. There is not much to it. Shelves, tool wall, tool chest, work bench, air compressor, bike/trike lift, and barely enough room for 1 Trike and 2 bikes. In various videos, pretty much all there is to see has been shown.
Sometime, early next year, we are going to move part of the bike room to a nicely finished container, and we will also have a dedicated area for filming. We'l def do a little walk around of it when it starts being used.
$60.00 for a service manual?!? I paid $130 for my 2020 flhtk service manual...Worth every penny though!!
Yeah, they've gone up quite a bit in the last few years!
I don’t know, maybe it’s just me but if I’m spending $30-$40,000 on a Harley Davidson motorcycle and if I’m being told that I got to spend tons more money for upgrades? I’m not buying that motorcycle. That motorcycle better be ready to go touring for a very long time and be comfortable and have the latest luxury items on it not having to add it after I buy it.
Some folks are happy to leave their bikes stock, and they thoroughly enjoy them.
Others of us like to personalize things, and/or make things better...whether it is our motorcycles or trucks, etc.
It's sorta like folks that buy pick up trucks. Some are perfectly happy with the bed of the truck being OEM, others know that they are going to use the bed of the truck a lot and want a bed-liner. Of those that want a bed-liner, some get a plastic one, others want a spray in liner...some even put cargo trays in their truck beds.
Some do their own maintenance on their trucks, others take their truck to the dealership for everything that they need/want done to it.
No different with a motorcycle.
the sevice manual for my 2023 harley tri-glide is $150.
Yeah, it is crazy how expensive they have gotten.
Off topic..what yellow lights are on your tri glide? Thanks.
Those are the stock lights with a lamin-x film. I have used these are several bikes and been very pleased. Never had any peeling or fading, which is what I wondered about when I first tried them.
@@DKCustomProducts ok thanks i was looking at lamin-x but wasn't sure if it was good as i dont kbow anyone using them..
I've been very happy with them. 👍
Is it normal for the 606 to have a loud suction noise when you hit the throttle. Factory hot box made no noise this was does.
If you are having a loud suction noise it sounds like your Filter may not be properly seated or sealed. Please feel free to contact our Customer Service so they can help you trouble shoot and solve he problem.
Support@DKCustomProducts.com
662-252-8828
Thank you for your business and for commenting! MB
Do you make forward controls for a 2022 street bob?
We make kits that make forward controls on a Street Bob much more comfortable. You can see them at this link-
www.dkcustomproducts.com/rider-floorboard-extensions-for-harley-fl-m8-softail-models-2522.htm
You would still need to get the brackets and flooroboards, and accompanying hardware.
The manuals from HD retail near $200.
It is crazy how expensive they have gotten!
@@DKCustomProducts you can get them for $30-60 in digital form, but it is not through a HD dealership. I personally like having a book in my hands. and yes, everything has gone through the roof. I have a late 2022 HD parts catalog. Compare the prices in the catalog to the HD website and you see and 8-10% price increase.
Same here, I prefer the paper version! 👍
is there a link for the service manuals? Is there one for 2019 trike?
We only use the actual books. I am not sure if there is an official HD manual online. I know there are a bunch of aftermarket manuals online....every one I have seen have errors or parts missing in them.
@@DKCustomProducts the only actual hd ones i could find was 175.00 for the touring model service manual and then 169.00 for the trike supplement that you have to have with it for a trike too rich for my pockets for an occasional repair
@@kevinwilliams8907 Yeah, it is crazy how expensive they have gotten. Sometimes folks have them for sale for less (used) on ebay.
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Yes suspension just put legions on mine damn stock stuff
Suspension is pricey, but man the difference good suspension makes is well worth it!
Thanks for commenting! 👍
What’s the manual number for a 2018 Street Glide?
Google says- Harley-Davidson® 2018 Touring Models Motorcycle Service Manual 94000451
And google also gave this link to a photo and description- www.wisconsinharley.com/harley-davidson-2018-touring-models-motorcycle-service-manual-94000451/
Were can i get a field service manual
At any Harley Dealership.
Where can I get a $75 Field Service Manual for my 2023 Road Glide Limited? Please respond. Thanks!
I don't know...prices have gone up quite a bit on them. I believe, as of this date, they are just under $150.00, and the place to get them is at a Dealership or straight from Harley-Davidson.com
I think the parts catalogue should have been included with the shop manual. They go hand in hand.
The P&A catalog changes every year as HD drops items and adds new items.
The FSM is the same, as it lists every part that is OEM on the bike. It never changes for a particular year and model.
@@DKCustomProducts thanks guys
Where can you buy a service manual for $60 - $85? The cheapest I found was $140 from the dealer and $200 on ebay. I went with the dealer but waited 3 weeks to get it. 2022 Touring
Yeah, we did not realize they had gone up so much. 😬😬😬
@@DKCustomProducts let's go brandon
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Seat,windshield and suspension.
Awesome! I hope those three things help with your comfort and performance! Thanks for commenting! MB
I bought Bitubo shocks from you and should see them tomorrow.Long rider shield from Sparks NV . Front suspension is next.
Awesome! Can't wait to hear how you like the Bitubo Shocks. You can see a report on front suspension that we've done that you may find useful/interesting at this link - www.dkcustomproducts.com/dk-custom-front-suspension-testing-report-part-i-of-ii-dk-fs-tst-rp-i.htm
and
www.dkcustomproducts.com/dk-custom-front-suspension-testing-report-part-ii-of-ii-dk-fs-tst-rpt-ii.htm
Thank you for your business and for commenting! MB
I feel like cars have came along way with OEM parts to the point where you don’t need to change anything out anymore because they are the best from factory. Harley really needs to up their game with suspension and some of their parts from factory. You have to spend money on premium upgrades when you’re suppose to be buying a premium motorbike.
I was just talking about this not long ago! Some of these bikes are upwards of $40k and still ride like a buckboard... Even a Hyundai is at least comfortable.
Did I hear you guys right ? If you put an air cleaner and mufflers on an M8 . You don’t have to technically add a tuner ?
That is correct.
Check out these two videos showing how the tune on the M8's is not too lean from the factory, unlike the Twin Cam and Sportys.
th-cam.com/video/aWW-nt7-fzA/w-d-xo.html
th-cam.com/video/Lb_57Z_Ipms/w-d-xo.html