MWS Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 For the last 3 weeks, my 04 KGT has been in the shop for a rear main seal replacement and to install Ohlins shocks. So.... we have been riding two up on Lynn's Softtail Deluxe. But, I did not know how many options her Softtail came with! It's got an up and down shift indicater, GPS, turn signal notification, brake warning and speed sensitive suspension! Geeze... I can't wait to get my low tech KGT back! Link to comment
russell_bynum Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 turn signal notification, brake warning and speed sensitive suspension! Can you tell us more about those features? Link to comment
ShovelStrokeEd Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 I'm curious as well. Last time I rode a softail I could have sworn it didn't even have a suspension, at least in the rear. It wasn't as comfy as my '48 Panhead with the hard leather police seat. Link to comment
MWS Posted August 30, 2007 Author Share Posted August 30, 2007 "We're turning left..ooofff....at the light...ooofff....did you use the turn signal....oooff... down shift now...oooff....start braking now....ooofff" I didn't say it had a good suspension, but I did have a verbal on every crease in the road! Link to comment
Kraynak Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 Yeah some of the New models are coming out with FLy by Wire throttle with Anti-loc brakes! http://www.amadirectlink.com/news/2007/CVO/ Look out BMW!!! Link to comment
motoguy128 Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 So you're saying all of the listed features were part of an optional 1XXlb, 5'X tall module without any volume control. I have one of those too. Does you're require regular refueling with "Premium leaded" Starbucks coffee? Although the modules have similar specifications, they all come from different manufacturers and seem to perform better on some models of motorcycles than others. PS - nothing wrong with the 9Xlb 4'X modules or the 1XXlb 6'X modules... but be wary of using the 3XX+ modules or any height... they can cause suspenson damage on certain motorcycles. Link to comment
MWS Posted August 30, 2007 Author Share Posted August 30, 2007 Yep, I have the 1XXlb, 5'X" US module, that uses cold premium leaded fuel from Starbucks, or ice cream. Link to comment
Matts_12GS Posted August 31, 2007 Share Posted August 31, 2007 Once I upped the preload in the shocks on the Deluxe it rides right as rain. Easy to ride most anywhere. Best thing, the gen u wine motor company preload spanner (that also loosens the lock nut) was just 11.95 in stock at the dealer... Link to comment
Chipit Posted August 31, 2007 Share Posted August 31, 2007 Strange, when I ride 2 up with my wife the bike always has the same options as your wife's, plus I get sore ribs. Must be a result of seating position. Link to comment
MWS Posted August 31, 2007 Author Share Posted August 31, 2007 Thanks Matt, I'll have to give it a try. It's rough enough at the controls, I can image how bad it is sitting on that hard, little pad over the rear tire. Maybe that is were the volume control is! Link to comment
hopz Posted August 31, 2007 Share Posted August 31, 2007 Caution! You all need to be aware of a "loud whine" from the rear of the bike unless certain precautions are taken. I suggest full face helmets and ear plugs. Link to comment
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