I agree with this ... my aftermarket windscreen, installation of fog lights/running lights/turn signals, center stand, and other things I am neglecting to mention were all installed with help from this board. I give nearly all the credit to the members here for the fact that I have never had to bring my bike back to the dealer for any maintenance.
One of the best things about your new bike is how easy it is to work on! Tires, brakes, oil changes ... piece of cake (about all this machine will ever need anyway).
The only addition to my bike not endorsed by a majority on this board is the Corbin seat - which I really like - but seats are a very personal thing. Pretty much any advice you get here is valid, reliable and true. How often do you find that?!?!
Former Ride:
2013 F6B Standard, black; sold 7/2019
Latest Addition:
2016 Gold Wing Level 3, red; SCT transmission stuck in manual mode
2019 Miles:
7,900 as of 10/6
Welcome JW.
Having lived in Central NY for a few years , you will love riding that bike on those beautiful roads this time of year. I rode up from Orlando to Cicero a couple of years ago on my HD Road Glide, but would love to do it on my B soon. No comparison in comfort and ride, and yes.....reliability.