Riknchar
04-06-2015, 09:21 AM
Hello F6B Forum friends! It's been a while since I've posted, and I just "finished" setting up my 2015 Silver F6B just the way I like it, so I thought I'd post a photo and a brief description of what I ended up doing.
Like virtually everyone, I found the original shorty windshield to be pretty useless (although I do like how it looks). I first tried out the 11 inch BaggerShield dark tinted windshield, but still was getting more turbulence than I wanted. I switched to the WindBender HPS, and am much happier with the overall airflow. (If anyone is interested in a nearly new 11 inch BaggerShield, I'd be willing to sell it cheaply).
I next worked on Highway Pegs. I seriously considered the Rivco's for their sleek look, but ended up installing the Kury Ergo IIIs. After some fiddling with the extension length, I think I have them set perfectly for me (31 inch inseam), and I like the way they look on the bike (although I wish they were matte black instead of shiny black).
I added the Baker Hand Wings in smoke tint -- this one was a no-brainer. I love how they decrease the wind noise and turbulence, and I enjoy turning them around to bring air onto my chest when it's really hot outside.
My last mod was to add the Utopia driver backrest. I was able to order the backrest and have it installed by Dillon Brothers in Omaha for a total of $285 (with tax). I know I could have done the work myself, but I figured I'd let the experts cut into my seat...
So now my F6B is all set up and ready for some nice long trips this summer... the bike still only has 450 miles on it, still getting broken in. Almost time for the first oil change, I guess.
I do love the way this bike looks and handles. I had a 2003 full Wing for many years, and while I miss the convenience of the Top Box, I am way happier with the more "youthful" look and improved handling of the F6B. I got a killer deal on the bike from Dillon Brothers in Omaha (so low I had to promise not to post the price I paid), and took advantage of the Honda 1.89% financing for 36 months.
Thanks to everyone on this forum for the amazing tips, advice, and general conversation about the best bike ever made!
Like virtually everyone, I found the original shorty windshield to be pretty useless (although I do like how it looks). I first tried out the 11 inch BaggerShield dark tinted windshield, but still was getting more turbulence than I wanted. I switched to the WindBender HPS, and am much happier with the overall airflow. (If anyone is interested in a nearly new 11 inch BaggerShield, I'd be willing to sell it cheaply).
I next worked on Highway Pegs. I seriously considered the Rivco's for their sleek look, but ended up installing the Kury Ergo IIIs. After some fiddling with the extension length, I think I have them set perfectly for me (31 inch inseam), and I like the way they look on the bike (although I wish they were matte black instead of shiny black).
I added the Baker Hand Wings in smoke tint -- this one was a no-brainer. I love how they decrease the wind noise and turbulence, and I enjoy turning them around to bring air onto my chest when it's really hot outside.
My last mod was to add the Utopia driver backrest. I was able to order the backrest and have it installed by Dillon Brothers in Omaha for a total of $285 (with tax). I know I could have done the work myself, but I figured I'd let the experts cut into my seat...
So now my F6B is all set up and ready for some nice long trips this summer... the bike still only has 450 miles on it, still getting broken in. Almost time for the first oil change, I guess.
I do love the way this bike looks and handles. I had a 2003 full Wing for many years, and while I miss the convenience of the Top Box, I am way happier with the more "youthful" look and improved handling of the F6B. I got a killer deal on the bike from Dillon Brothers in Omaha (so low I had to promise not to post the price I paid), and took advantage of the Honda 1.89% financing for 36 months.
Thanks to everyone on this forum for the amazing tips, advice, and general conversation about the best bike ever made!