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chrome engine covers & accents?
« on: January 03, 2011, 03:29:59 PM »
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on my previous bikes, i used to dress up the engine with chrome covers.  however this time around i have a much larger investment and i don't want to do anything to the bike that will have a negative effect on the longevity of the engine.  I know these things trap HEAT, and adding anything that would cause heat build up is not a good idea?  i have asked the question "why would they sell the chit if it traps heat and its not good for the engine" dumb fricking question.....becasue its all about making money?  I would like to know if anyone else has an opinion here?  I had the Kuryakyn complete trans cover kit for my old bike with true duals.  it looked great, but that engine always ran hot?
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Re: chrome engine covers & accents?
« Reply #1 on: January 03, 2011, 08:35:45 PM »
Quote from: Crimson Slate on January 03, 2011, 03:29:59 PM
Hi,

on my previous bikes, i used to dress up the engine with chrome covers.  however this time around i have a much larger investment and i don't want to do anything to the bike that will have a negative effect on the longevity of the engine.  I know these things trap HEAT, and adding anything that would cause heat build up is not a good idea?  i have asked the question "why would they sell the chit if it traps heat and its not good for the engine" dumb fricking question.....becasue its all about making money?  I would like to know if anyone else has an opinion here?  I had the Kuryakyn complete trans cover kit for my old bike with true duals.  it looked great, but that engine always ran hot?

I agree with your suggestion that chrome engine and tranny covers trap heat.  Myself....I'd not install them...
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Re: chrome engine covers & accents?
« Reply #2 on: January 03, 2011, 09:50:23 PM »
Hi I tried to buy chrome for my 2011 110 and as yet Harley has next to nothing available for the CVO model, does any one know of an after market source . When you trade in your bike it seems you get very little extra for the chrome if its Harley or aftermarket Thanks.
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Re: chrome engine covers & accents?
« Reply #3 on: January 03, 2011, 11:20:55 PM »
It did add value for my 08 FLHR when I traded it in...I got $17K for an otherwise stock bike with only stage 1 mods and the RK had 37.5K miles on her. I do agree that it definitely traps heat as she always ran warmer than normal, but never too hot. Six of one, half dozen of another...as always...your bike, your choice.
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Re: chrome engine covers & accents?
« Reply #4 on: January 04, 2011, 10:53:34 AM »
go to kuryakyn.com they have plenty of chrome engine accessories.  They are actually much heavier and better quality than the HD stuff, plus they offer a kit for true dual exhaust or an option different from the current cross-over system.  Remember, heavier better quality means it will trap heat better too?
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Re: chrome engine covers & accents?
« Reply #5 on: January 04, 2011, 11:25:03 AM »
Quote from: sadunbar on January 03, 2011, 08:35:45 PM
I agree with your suggestion that chrome engine and tranny covers trap heat.  Myself....I'd not install them...

I agree here...but it is your choice...I just do not like covers
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