Winter Mods - a list

[lotusexcelle]

Okay so I'll definitely add HIDs to the list.

[user_deleted]

i've found that lithium ion batteries in any bike are complete waste of a ton of money. even most alleged experts in the field of cycle batteries seem to agree that lead acid and AGM batteries perform nearly as well with great lifespan for a ton of less money. or so i'm told.

[uly luigi]

Weight is the only benefit to Li-Ion batteries, with a huge downside

[BuellyBagger]

unless ur bike is a garage ornament... lithium batteries lose energy sitting on the shelf very slowly as compared to lead acid;) i know thats totally pointless information:D

[thunderstormgrowl]

The comfort kit did NOT come on the 2010 models stock. They do have a slightly larger right scoop, but it is still significantly smaller than the one included in the comfortkit ( I have a 2010 XB12Ss)

My list

K&N filter (already have it)
Go through the tuning class from the octopus
New bars (havent really figured out which ones yet, I want black with no cross bar, taller and less sweep than the stock bars suggestions would be appreciated)

Maybes
ASV shorty levers in all black
Rizoma mirrors
XB Dashboard
Trunk bag

[lotusexcelle]

I'm due for a battery anyway - so I'm leaning towards the li-ion... and cost isn't really a concern.

SO... gaskets. I've been poking around and can't seem to find a match. Will need upper and lower for an 08 XB12XT - and all I can seem to find so far is for up to an 07 XB9... what gives?

[dave_xb12r]

You should call your favorite HD/buell service center for part numbers, then buy them from surdyke, lake shore, or chicago HD.

If you want Lithium, check out shorai. They're the newest in Lithium batteries. Newer than Li-ion

http://www.shoraipower.com/s-96693-1200-XB12-all.aspx

My buddy is a dealer, and if you want to buy from a cool small shop, order it from Iron Horse Corral, http://www.indianfenders.com

But remember, Lithium batteries don't like trickle chargers or constant power draws like LEDs

[lotusexcelle]

Definitely having issues finding gasket sets.

[user_deleted]

Definitely having issues finding gasket sets.

why? fleabay is loaded with them. cometic.....James....Athena.

[lotusexcelle]

All the ones I can find are for XB9's and pre-08.