Thanks for the compliment! Actually, I had the factory seat redone to match the Le Pera seat for longer distance riding. It is in two of my other videos.
Hi Ray! Very nice bike! I really loved the upgrade you did to your super glide! I just got my SG and am very interested on installing the cycle shacks on it. Because I live in Brasil, I'm planning to buy and import it from the USA (even with import taxes, I believe it will cost less than buying from local reseller), so could you please send me the full description and part numbers of this pipe? Thank you very much! Alex
Hey Alex, thanks for the compliment- I ordered the Cycle Shacks directly through my dealer, so I don't know the part numbers for the CS's. You could probably check on Cycle Shack's website, or maybe Drag Specialties, that is where my dealer ordered them from.
Good luck, and throw up a vid when you install the Cycle Shacks!
@flyingrv6 That's a good question- Actually, the SG Custom offered more items already in place from where I wanted to start. The chrome engine rather than black, chrome rather than black spoked wheel rims, the wide instrument panel, and I really don't like the bobbed fender they put on the Wide Glide. When I added up the costs to convert either bike to it's present level, the SG Custom total was less.
Hi, I just purchase a 2011 super glide and was just wondering what company makes your forward controls. I've heard they are a must have. Enjoy watching your videos. Your super glide is turning out awesome! Thanks.
Hey Bro- The forward controls came directly out of the HD accessories catalog from the dealer. They are great, and very comfortable. Just did a 3,900 mile trip through Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, and the two Dakotas. Seat, drag bars, and forward controls very comfortable the whole time. Longest day was 650 miles with no problems.
ya that helps, thanks Ray. I got an opinion from a dealer, a mechanic, and a customer (you). Everything pans out so I feel a bit more confident putting these on myself. Thanks again, and keep 'er verticle.
Hi, thanx for the vid. I'm thinking about some cycle shacks for my '09 FXDC, but I'm concerned about any performance issues. I'd like to put them on myself, but don't want to have to tweek anything. Do you know if these pipes are out of the box and ride ones, or am I going to have to have a mechanic put them on? Thanks for your help.
Thanks for the comment. I had two shoulder surgeries immediately after buying this bike, so I had the Harley dealer put them on. They look pretty straightforward to me, and they do not require any messing with the electronic fuel injection. I personally installed exhaust systems on my other 4 Harleys, and this bike doesn't look any more complicated then any of them, which were all S & S Carbed shovelheads.
I am also exactly 5'10". The seat moved me slightly forward on the handlebars, which I think is perfect for me now. I also own a BMW R100RS, so narrow bars work well for me. The drag bars on my Super Glide are very comfortable, no stretching to reach them, no shoulder or neck fatigue including a 400 mile cruise through lower Wisconsin during break in.
Weather... Yes, as I write this, there is a 6 foot snowdrift directly in front of my garage. Think Spring!
It looks like you replaced the front brake line with a braided steel, so I know that's not stock. But can you tell me if you had to replace the clutch cable, or if you had to install extensions for the control wiring, when you added the bars?
I did replace the throttle cables, clutch cable, front and rear brake lines with stainless braided. They did NOT have to install extensions for the wiring, it was long enough as the factory bars actually were higher and wider than the drag bars. I might route the wires through the handlebars to hide them.
I just added the chrome front forks, chrome brake calipers, chrome brake discs, tribal mirrors, and other small stuff, so watch for another vid soon!
I just bought a super glide custom yesterday. It's still at the dealer getting a Stage II 103 ci kit and Vance & Hines Big Radius exhaust. I decided to get the engine mods from the dealer so as to protect the factory warranty and extend it to the engine mods.
I specifically bought the SG because it HAD mid controls. I can't deal with the frwrd ones.
I really like your handlebar. Is it a Harley part, or some other brand?
Sounds like some good mods for your motor. That is exactly what I am going to do my SG also, I guess I'm doing the customizing of the look and accessories first, then engine mods. I am going to have the dealer do the engine work, and I am starting with an S & S air cleaner and the Vance & Hines Big Radius also.
I'm not sure who makes the drag bars, they were ordered through the dealer. They may be Drag Specialties.
Hey your bike is awsome This is exactly what I invision for my 2010 FXDC i got the same color Vivid black, I searched the web site for the seat I would like the same exact seat only silver flmes awsome bike
Thanks for the comment. Yeah, I think the Flames in silver would be very cool. Let me know when you intall the seat, and post some photos or a video of the seat!
@SKED22 Hey SKED22..... They are the MS-129 Cycle Shack Slip On Mufflers. They were $182.95 at my Harley Dealer. I did not have to do any tuning adjustments on the bike.
Lovely bike!
IgHul666 2 weeks ago
@IgHul666
Thank You, I appreciate the comment!
HDCustomGlide2011 5 days ago
beautiful bike i have a lot of the mods you did on my 06 super glide was wondering if you wanted to part with the stock seat
rd3744 1 month ago
@rd3744
Thanks for the compliment! Actually, I had the factory seat redone to match the Le Pera seat for longer distance riding. It is in two of my other videos.
Good Riding-
-Ray
HDCustomGlide2011 1 month ago in playlist More videos from HDCustomGlide2011
she's....so....so...beatiful !!
guzziman96 2 months ago
@guzziman96
Thanks Bro, I appreciate the comment!
She is a beautiful bike!
-Ray
HDCustomGlide2011 2 months ago
Hi Ray! Very nice bike! I really loved the upgrade you did to your super glide! I just got my SG and am very interested on installing the cycle shacks on it. Because I live in Brasil, I'm planning to buy and import it from the USA (even with import taxes, I believe it will cost less than buying from local reseller), so could you please send me the full description and part numbers of this pipe? Thank you very much! Alex
alepiresv 3 months ago
@alepiresv
Hey Alex, thanks for the compliment- I ordered the Cycle Shacks directly through my dealer, so I don't know the part numbers for the CS's. You could probably check on Cycle Shack's website, or maybe Drag Specialties, that is where my dealer ordered them from.
Good luck, and throw up a vid when you install the Cycle Shacks!
-Ray
HDCustomGlide2011 2 months ago
If ever there was a bike that needed a custom taillight, this is it.
TheBrindleBoxer 3 months ago
@TheBrindleBoxer
Damn, now you got me thinkin!
HDCustomGlide2011 3 months ago
If you like the forward controls why didn't you just go with a Wide Glide?
flyingrv6 5 months ago
@flyingrv6 That's a good question- Actually, the SG Custom offered more items already in place from where I wanted to start. The chrome engine rather than black, chrome rather than black spoked wheel rims, the wide instrument panel, and I really don't like the bobbed fender they put on the Wide Glide. When I added up the costs to convert either bike to it's present level, the SG Custom total was less.
HDCustomGlide2011 5 months ago
@HDCustomGlide2011
Hi, I just purchase a 2011 super glide and was just wondering what company makes your forward controls. I've heard they are a must have. Enjoy watching your videos. Your super glide is turning out awesome! Thanks.
okjapan1 5 months ago
@okjapan1
Hey Bro- The forward controls came directly out of the HD accessories catalog from the dealer. They are great, and very comfortable. Just did a 3,900 mile trip through Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, and the two Dakotas. Seat, drag bars, and forward controls very comfortable the whole time. Longest day was 650 miles with no problems.
Good luck with your SG!
-Ray
HDCustomGlide2011 5 months ago
ya that helps, thanks Ray. I got an opinion from a dealer, a mechanic, and a customer (you). Everything pans out so I feel a bit more confident putting these on myself. Thanks again, and keep 'er verticle.
rod92370 8 months ago
@rod92370
Sounds good, man- Ride Safe
Give us a vid when you get it done!
HDCustomGlide2011 8 months ago
Hi, thanx for the vid. I'm thinking about some cycle shacks for my '09 FXDC, but I'm concerned about any performance issues. I'd like to put them on myself, but don't want to have to tweek anything. Do you know if these pipes are out of the box and ride ones, or am I going to have to have a mechanic put them on? Thanks for your help.
rod92370 8 months ago
@rod92370
Thanks for the comment. I had two shoulder surgeries immediately after buying this bike, so I had the Harley dealer put them on. They look pretty straightforward to me, and they do not require any messing with the electronic fuel injection. I personally installed exhaust systems on my other 4 Harleys, and this bike doesn't look any more complicated then any of them, which were all S & S Carbed shovelheads.
Hope that helps! Good luck with the install-
-Ray
HDCustomGlide2011 8 months ago
Naise Bike, Bro. Mine would be almost the same :3
madfenris 9 months ago
Thanks Man, I appreciate the comment.
Ride Safe
-Ray
HDCustomGlide2011 9 months ago
Hey Ray... I just watched your new vid of the le pera seat. That seat is awesome! Damn you! Now I gotta add that to the list.
I just ordered the bobbed fender kit. And I think I'll get a similar bar setup to yours. How tall are you (for comparison to my own 5'10'' height).
I still don't have mine... the weather turned to SHXX as soon as I signed the papers! God hates me, I think....
sixbeagles 1 year ago
Yeah, I Love that seat!
I am also exactly 5'10". The seat moved me slightly forward on the handlebars, which I think is perfect for me now. I also own a BMW R100RS, so narrow bars work well for me. The drag bars on my Super Glide are very comfortable, no stretching to reach them, no shoulder or neck fatigue including a 400 mile cruise through lower Wisconsin during break in.
Weather... Yes, as I write this, there is a 6 foot snowdrift directly in front of my garage. Think Spring!
HDCustomGlide2011 1 year ago
Ray,
It looks like you replaced the front brake line with a braided steel, so I know that's not stock. But can you tell me if you had to replace the clutch cable, or if you had to install extensions for the control wiring, when you added the bars?
Art (sixbeagles)
sixbeagles 1 year ago
Hey Art-
I did replace the throttle cables, clutch cable, front and rear brake lines with stainless braided. They did NOT have to install extensions for the wiring, it was long enough as the factory bars actually were higher and wider than the drag bars. I might route the wires through the handlebars to hide them.
I just added the chrome front forks, chrome brake calipers, chrome brake discs, tribal mirrors, and other small stuff, so watch for another vid soon!
-Ray
HDCustomGlide2011 1 year ago
Hi, Nice Video.
I just bought a super glide custom yesterday. It's still at the dealer getting a Stage II 103 ci kit and Vance & Hines Big Radius exhaust. I decided to get the engine mods from the dealer so as to protect the factory warranty and extend it to the engine mods.
I specifically bought the SG because it HAD mid controls. I can't deal with the frwrd ones.
I really like your handlebar. Is it a Harley part, or some other brand?
Be safe!
sixbeagles 1 year ago
Hey Six Beagles-
Sounds like some good mods for your motor. That is exactly what I am going to do my SG also, I guess I'm doing the customizing of the look and accessories first, then engine mods. I am going to have the dealer do the engine work, and I am starting with an S & S air cleaner and the Vance & Hines Big Radius also.
I'm not sure who makes the drag bars, they were ordered through the dealer. They may be Drag Specialties.
Good Luck with your bike-
-Ray
HDCustomGlide2011 1 year ago
Hey your bike is awsome This is exactly what I invision for my 2010 FXDC i got the same color Vivid black, I searched the web site for the seat I would like the same exact seat only silver flmes awsome bike
Superglide2010 1 year ago
Hey Superglide2010-
Thanks for the comment. Yeah, I think the Flames in silver would be very cool. Let me know when you intall the seat, and post some photos or a video of the seat!
Good Riding-
-Ray
HDCustomGlide2011 1 year ago
Very nice informative video!
JMLUVZ2FLY 1 year ago
Thank You, I appreciate the note. Stay tuned, lots more stuff i scoming for the bike. Santa was very good to me!
HDCustomGlide2011 1 year ago
thanks ! I just bought the same bike as your looking for some more sound !
SKED22 1 year ago
@SKED22 Yeah, they do sound great! Good Luck with the mufflers.
HDCustomGlide2011 1 year ago
what model cycle shack mufflers do you have ? are they slip ons? and was there any tuning adjustments needed for slip ons?
SKED22 1 year ago
@SKED22 Hey SKED22..... They are the MS-129 Cycle Shack Slip On Mufflers. They were $182.95 at my Harley Dealer. I did not have to do any tuning adjustments on the bike.
HDCustomGlide2011 1 year ago