RzrBak
Well-known member
I've had my'05 since the end of March this year and after having started commuting to work (about 130 miles round trip) I realized I needed to make adjustments to the "blue eyed" gal! I am by no means Richie Rich so I had to prioritize.
I've already put over 4500 miles on the bike so...more to additions to come. I will be installing the windscreen, fenda extenda, and a Shad 50L top case (all have already been ordered, just haven't arrived yet).
Thanks for readin'!
- I first started tackling the heat issue by putting a heat blanket under the tank (sorry, no pics...didn't think about it until it was all buttoned up. Doh!).
- Got the right side (Cromeit mod) done with a slight variance. My OEM foam was in bad shape and couldn't be used in the way he outlined. So I had to remove it all. I used a full new piece to match the ends of the old foam (see 2nd pic). I haven't been able to find 1/16" aluminum yet to complete the left side. HD & Lowes only carry .025". Anyone know why the foam wouldn't/shouldn't work???
- Next I tackled the handle bar position and added D&D 10 Degree Pullback risers. I may have taken some of the "sport" out of the touring but only in posture...I ain't a young'un any more so this helped in being seated more upright. To supplement riding position, I have ordered a Cee Bailey's +2 +4 which should be here Friday. I'm 6' 1" and now need a little more coverage!
- I also tackled the wrist ache I started to develop by installing the BrakeAway Cruise Control. Yea it's not a true "cruise" but more a lock. It's way better than the Crampbuster I was using but not quite the cruise control I really wanted.
- My last addition was to the sides of the tank. I notice that I started to mar the sides due to squeezing the tank so I installed TechSpec Snake Skins on. It's made a big difference in grip and control and an added feature that no one can see the rub marks.
I've already put over 4500 miles on the bike so...more to additions to come. I will be installing the windscreen, fenda extenda, and a Shad 50L top case (all have already been ordered, just haven't arrived yet).
Thanks for readin'!
