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[JCZ]

Just bought a bike on ebay.....can somebody send me a photo of exactly what I should be expecting with this bike?  A photo similar to this one but for a 2013 Ultra Classic 8.....  http://www.cvoharley.com/smf/index.php?topic=99172.msg1285710#msg1285710

Thanks a bunch, I appreciate it guys.

[kiro]

Excerpted from my CUSE8 Owner's Manual:
Premium CVO Items
The following items are included with your new motorcycle. Some may be found loose while
others were installed during dealer setup.
Security fob
Keys
ABS DVD
Owner's Kit/Manual
CB Radio Guide *
Tour-Pak Liner, Carry Out
Saddlebag Liner Kit, Carry Out
Leather Protectant
Tool Kit
Mid-Frame Air Deflector Kit
Highway Peg Kit *
Helmet Headset
License Plate Mounting Kit
Rain Sock, Air Cleaner *
Motorcycle Cover
Owners Manual Cover *
Garmin zumo GPS Kit *
iPod Kit
Jiffy Stand Puck
Detailing Cloth
Garage Door Opener
Radio Antenna AM/FM
CB Antenna
Rider Backrest
* Item not provided in all markets.

[gadgetz]

I'll try to take a pic once I get home this evening if someone hasn't already posted it for you. I am pretty sure the bike came with all of those items pictured from that owners manual when new, guess it will depend on what the seller sends with the bike. I would think the loose items such as the garage door unit and travel bags tend to be missing on used bikes.

[JCZ]

For those with the 2013,  most of the up side is obvious but what is the thing that you like least or the feature that you think is more hype than value or the biggest gripe about your bike?

[TinSpinner]

First I'll say you got one hell of a deal on that bike JCZ, congratulations. I don't have any major complaints with my '13 SEUC aside from the silly ipod interface, after 2 years I know there are songs on mine I haven't heard yet while riding because it starts at the top of the playlist almost every time. My winter project is a suspension upgrade, the front suspension on this bike is weak and very prone to dive while braking, be careful at low speeds. You've been in this game long enough to know we all have common complaints with the 110 and the enormous amount of heat it generates and the noise it makes while doing it. I'm sure you will address those issues just like most of us have. 

[JCZ]

Thanks TS.  You just have to take longer rides to hear all the music on your ipod.  OK, my sick, twisted humor.  I know it wouldn't be so funny if it were happening to me.

I read in the Tires & Wheels board that some members with the 2012 FLHTCUSE7 had problems with the wheels or at least the front wheel...causing the bike to kind of wobble or drift going down the road at freeway speeds.  They said it was due to the wheel style and the 13s have the same wheel but I can't find any complaints from 13 owners.

Does anybody with a 13 FLHTCSE8 have this issue?  Has anybody felt the need to change the wheels because of this issue?

I'm hoping that I'm not one of those.  Bushtec makes a wheel for the trailer that kind of matches the bike wheels.

Yes, I'm already considering the Fullsac X pipe, baffles and tuner to knock down some of the heat and to give me a bit of "motorcycle" sound from the completly "stock" sound.  This bike is totally stock!  Other than that, I'm going to leave this one alone.  It still has the stock warranty and also the extended warranty for a total of seven years so that's my motivating factor for leaving the engine alone.

I'm already aware of staying off the front brake at slow speeds.....especially with these big, heavy baggers.  I've had a couple of Ultra Classics but it's been years.  Had the 04 SEEG and then the 10 SESG.  However, I did have the king tour pack on both so I'm still used to the top heavy weight of these things.

[kiro]

Does anybody with a 13 FLHTCSE8 have this issue?  Has anybody felt the need to change the wheels because of this issue?

I have no issue with drift/wobble at freeway speeds. Don't have a lot of hours logged at speed yet, but have made enough longer runs to know. With my suspension changes the bike handles well. As far as the iPod goes, I've never even tried it. I probably should hook it up to see if it works.

[spydglide]

Congrats JC. Maybe it won't ride like the ole 'tractor'.  har!  spyder

[TinSpinner]

My previous bike was an '07 FLHTCUSE2, no ABS and the old frame style. I don't know if it is the ABS that makes the front brakes so prone to grab at low speeds or not but one of my friends has made the same complaint about his grabbing and diving. That in conjunction with the mushy forks is a completely different feel than my other bike, took some getting used to. It should be more manageable with a suspension upgrade though.

Never had any wobble from the wheel that I'm aware of but I have read here that some have.

My engine is basically stock and will most likely remain that way for the same reasons you mentioned. I haven't changed cams or anything inside except the fluids. Fulsac DX pipe and 2" baffles in the stock can with TTS and a most excellent tune by Doc's Performance Tuning really knocked the heat back a lot but it still is warm on the right calf, especially in traffic. Since the tune though it rarely goes into parade mode like it did when I first bought it.

[JCZ]

Kiro, what suspension mods have you done?

Thanks Spyder.  I see you've got some serious miles on your SEEG.  I had an opportunity to put a few miles on a SEEG awhile back.  Still one of the best models and performance that the MoCo ever came out with, stock.  But still rides like a tractor compared to any of the baggers 09 and up.  I think I warned you before.....don't take one for a test ride unless you're ready to plunk down the $$.  Remember, I was completly satisfied with my 04 SEEG until I rode Terrie's 09 Street Glide...the rest is history.  Good to hear from you again.....hope all is well for you back there.

TS, I plan to go with the same mods that you have except that I'll probably have Steve (Fullsac) do the tune since he's a lot closer than Jim (hd-dude at Metal Dragon).

[kiro]

Kiro, what suspension mods have you done?

I had my dealer send my forks to Traxxion Dynamics last winter when I was working in Santa Monica. They did the machining and installed the AK-20 Cartridge Kit. Also bought a set of Bitubo shocks for the rear from them. I investigated Ohlins and spoke to Howard before acting; they had plans for the front end mods but nothing was available yet. Same with the rear shocks - none in stock so I bought everything through Traxxion rather than wait it out. Can't comment on one versus the other, but I like the suspension changes & have no regrets.

[Lars]

The only complaint I have about my SEUC8 is that I don't have time to ride it more. I rode it to the 110th anniversary in Milwaukee last year and had a blast. I have ridden 23K miles on it so far and still lovin' it every time I fire it up and head down the driveway. I installed the detachable tour pack mount and only have the tour pack on for long road trips.

" It's not the destination, IT'S THE RIDE "

Just finished installing Infinity 6.5" speakers in the lower fairings last night to add a bit of sound to it.

[ultrafxr]

JC, I also read several posts about the wheels on the '12s and '13s causing problems but I've never experienced any problem at all on my '12 in that regard.  I upgraded the front suspension on my '07 using the Traxxion AK-20 cartridge system but did not want to spend the bucks on my '12 so I installed the H-D premium ride cartridge kit.  Not as good as Traxxion but way better than stock imo.  I think Brian (110tHunder) put that hit in his '12 also.  I looked into the Progressive monotubes but elected not to go with them.

I run Legends on the rear of both my bikes and those are the only aftermarket rear shocks I have any experience with.  I like the on the go adjustability of the Legends since I ride solo, two up and on road trips pull a trailer. 

You have a very nice looking rig there and I know you will enjoy it for many, many miles whatever mods you decide to make.   

[Landshark]

I did have major stability problems with the wheels on my 2013 to the point I replaced them with PM wheels.  This corrected the problem.  I knew the change would work after I replaced the front wheel with a stock Street Glide wheel.  Good luck with the new bike.  I know you will love it and enjoy many, many miles of smiles.

[Spider51]

For those with the 2013,  most of the up side is obvious but what is the thing that you like least or the feature that you think is more hype than value or the biggest gripe about your bike?

My biggest gripe is the clutch release point. I see a Barnett Scorpion in the near future. You've got a beautiful bike and trailer. Here's a pic of mine.