Nightster Mods - Part 1 of 8

Introduction to a multi-part video journal while modifying my 2008 XL1200N.

Category:

Autos & Vehicles

Tags:

• Nightster
• Sportster
• 1200N
• XL
• vance and hines
• modifications
• harley-davidson

[astonvrider]

The modifications you've made on the bike (from Part 1 to Part 8) gave me several ideas for my bike as well. A couple of questions though: 1) Does the Lick's Cycle solo bag fit a full-faced helmet visor? On occasion I wear a full-faced helmet and it would be nice to keep a clear visor for nighttime. 2) What's your opinion on the rear suspension? Low clearance makes for a bumpy ride especially with forward pegs. Any recommendations? Thanks.

[bdorr67]

@astonvrider - 1) No,I don't think it'll fit. 2) The Nightsters do ride low and a bit rough. I'm used to it and even considering lowering more with 10" shocks. If you're looking for comfort, some guys and added Progressive shocks and/or longer shocks.

[norcalhotboats]

What brand speedo relocater did you go with? It looks great!

[bdorr67]

@norcalhotboats Got the Auto Meter 3209 at Summit Racing for around $12. Painted it black to match.

[norcalhotboats]

@bdorr67 I just noticed the Joker setup mounts to the front forks. So when you turn, the speedo would turn too. BLAHHHH! I want one that mounts to the spot yours is that dosent move. And just say screw the dummy lights. You got any up close pics on how you mounted the summit bracket? Im a faber so I can make shit too. Im guessing there is a wire loom for dummy lights and wire loom for speedo? I just had all that shit off and cant remember....

[bdorr67]

@norcalhotboats - Just used the existing screw and attached it to the coil mount.

[norcalhotboats]

@bdorr67 eww I will have to see about that. Im not sure I still have a coil mount. I did coil and ign relocation on mine.

[norcalhotboats]

@bdorr67 oh did you mount it to a bolt or bracket near the front tank mount? I think Im going to get the joker relocater with the dummy lights on the bracket. 200 bucks tho... gezz we all broke

[bdorr67]

Lick's Cycles. Do a search for Lick's Cycles Solo Bag on you'll get some hits.

[exigilu]

nice bag! where did u buy it?