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[redbeard719]

Hey folks,

Just want to share some pictures of my 2010 FLHXSE.  I just finished installing 14" PYO MBB's, and had Gunslinger Paint color match my inner fairing.

If anyone wants details on the install, post up the questions!  Enjoy.



















I think Gunslinger nailed the paint pretty well....

[grayghost731]

Thats what its all about GOOD JOB      Now its YOURS   

[faceracer]

Nice! Love mine! How about the ride? Yeah feels awesome........   Face

[Master Guns]

fish eye

Nice --- very nice.  I see you have Colorado USMC plates. What part of Colorado do you live?  Semper Fi!!!

[LovemyCVOgirl]

Now that's a bagger 

[rayson56]

That looks awesome! Nice job. Any issues using your mirrors?

[redbeard719]

Master Guns:  I'm just north of Colorado Springs, in Monument.  I've heard of Lafayette, but can't recall just where it is.  I separated back in 2007, just after 8 years in.  My last assignment was at Peterson AFB. 

As for the ride, it's like a completely new bike.  I was wanting a CVO RGC, but no more.  Just like the first day I brought her home all over again.

Going with the 14's I have full use of the mirrors, and I think they're even better than with the stock bars.

Thanks for all the compliments. I'm loving the end results!

[aclass]

Nicely done fish eye!   the hate for my monkey bars lasted until the first ride.   Enjoy.

[redbeard719]

Nicely done fish eye!   the hate for my monkey bars lasted until the first ride.   Enjoy.

Yeah, I hear you on that.  Wiring them up was kind of a pain, but i still enjoyed myself doing all the work. I can't imagine what a dealer would charge, or how shoddy the workmanship might be.  I managed to record accurate details of the pin outs, and have not had one issue with any controls.  I would hate to have to troubleshoot the 30 wires running downs inside the bars...work like this I just don't trust to a random technician. 

Plus, with winter in CO, this kind of work helps keep me sane.  I've already used the snowblower about 8 times since October. 

[rrussow]

Nice looking bike fish eye.  It also looks like you have J&M fairing speakers and an aftermarket head unit, how does the head unit perform compared to the HD advanced stereo?  What about hand control functionality, did you lose some due to the aftermarket stereo?

[redbeard719]

Nice looking bike fish eye.  It also looks like you have J&M fairing speakers and an aftermarket head unit, how does the head unit perform compared to the HD advanced stereo?  What about hand control functionality, did you lose some due to the aftermarket stereo?

So, I did the stereo swap before MOCO debuted the iPod interface module.  That was my main feature I wanted. 

I went with a Hawg Wired kit.  The bezel is anodized aluminum and quality is top notch.  They also make a cradle for the aftermarket radio to sit in,and it then mounts into the factory location.  Lastly, they have a stereo interface that connects to the stereo and the bike.  In this case, the Sony specific adapter replaced the wiring harnes that came with the aftermarket radio.

I do have the J&M 7.25" speakers, and an ARC 125.2 BX mini amp.  It is all the stereo I need.  Plenty loud, and super clear.

Hawg Wired's kits only lose one feature.  Automatic Volume Control.  With the amp installed, this should be disabled anyway to avoid distortion and possible component failure from the increase in power when the AVS kicks in.

Response from the handlebar controls is instant. I am very pleased with this kit, aside from the price.  BTW, my iPod cable runs down the cable trough under the tank, and I install my iPod under my seat. 

[Banana man]

Did you deal with Kent at Gunslinger? They painted my custom front fender and it
looked GREAT!!

[Supershooter]

Fish Eye,
Do you have pics of the bike during the project? I'm thinking about 13 apes on my Ultra, and have a few questions about any special tools that I may need to buy for this project.
Thanks Supershooter

[Sea Biscuit]

That looks great....love the PYO Monkey Bars!

[redbeard719]

Did you deal with Kent at Gunslinger? They painted my custom front fender and it
looked GREAT!!

Yup, Kent was the man.  He showed me a picture of your fender, you went with a Klockwerks nugget type if I recall correctly.

Right now they have my entire paint set for my 03 Heritage Springer Softail.  They're restoring all the paint back to showroom finish.


SuperShooter, I do have some pictures pre-disassembly, mainly for reference when reinstalling.  I can't think of any specialty tools needed.  I did buy a MitiVac Vacuum Bleeder for the hydraulic clutch and brakes.  Everything else was standard garage fair, sockets, Allen sockets, torx sockets, wrenches, pliers, etc.  I do recommend that you have a jack though.  I can't imagine doing this job with out.  Also, a torque wrench too.  

If you have any specific questions, let me know.  I'll get some pictures posted up tomorrow for you.