New Pics of ride!!! Why does my 03 Chopper look like an 04 ??

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mymofoname

mymofoname

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Mr. Wright said:
I'm soooo confused......lol

Let me see if I can clear this up.
1. turn key on.
2. with right thumb, push the run - stop switch to the run position.
3. with the same right thumb push the start button
4. go ride the thing and don't worry about the little stuff.

If something falls off, stop and pick it up, and we'll help you put it back on.:up::cheers:
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:roll:amen! Believe me, it takes a little bit of effort, but if you quit worrying so much and just enjoy the ride, it can be so much fun!!:up:
 
Trainguy

Trainguy

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Mr. Wright said:
I'm soooo confused......lol

Let me see if I can clear this up.
1. turn key on.
2. with right thumb, push the run - stop switch to the run position.
3. with the same right thumb push the start button
4. go ride the thing and don't worry about the little stuff.

If something falls off, stop and pick it up, and we'll help you put it back on.:up::cheers:
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:roll::roll::2thumbs:
 
JWScarab

JWScarab

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I agree with you guys!! :2thumbs:

Im getting there!! I'll get brake lights on and the intermittant cutout fixed and ride while doing more fixes! :cheers:
 
BBChopper

BBChopper

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You'll get there.
In 06 when I got mine it was my first American V-Twin, had all Jap bikes before. I have had the trany out (2008) put on new S&S Rocker Boxes in (2009) and now I just rebuilt the top end. Also new forks, tires and all the custom shit Ive done....:2thumbs:
Also on my second Harley now...:loony:
 
liferider

liferider

Looking forward to retirement
The 1o7 is like a 1969 Chevy 327. Just a fantastic motor! But it has high compression. I added electric compression releases and tied them into my starter relay. So when you push the start button to engage the starter, they automatically open. I use to not have them, but after eating 3 heavy duty Spykes starters I said screw this and put them on! I have owned my bike since 2004. I found this forum in 2011 and had done so much do to trial and failure. Your very fortunate to have these guys! Great wrenches !
 
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bigdog2003

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Lots of aftermarket parts on this one: points cover, clutch cover, gas cap cover, instrument cluster, mirrors, pipes, head bolt covers, etc. Other than all this, it's a dead ringer for my '03 Chopper (Black Betty).
 
JWScarab

JWScarab

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Well I pulled the tank yesterday and inspected the wiring, then zip tied things up a little better and reassembled. Then I cleaned up the battery terminals. Still no brake lights. I'm ordering the thunderheart kit as step 1.

I think I understand what you guys are saying about the recall. I have the 2nd tube in the frame below the main tube. It does have the RT logo too.
 

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JWScarab

JWScarab

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francoblay1 said:
Updates?
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Hey Francoblay1 - I was just thinking about that the other day! I'm going to get a bunch of new pictures and do a big updated pic thread. Kinda like a before/after thing! Maybe I can do that this weekend if time allows! I need to do that bad!

I'm pretty much finished - changed out a LOT. Got her to the point where I want her now, and really look forward to putting a ton of miles on her next summer instead of wrenching so much!!

Funny thing is when I started this thread I knew very little about dogs. I thought my bike had a bunch of 04 stuff on it (hence the thread title). Little did I know it was just me not knowing wtf I was looking at....lol. Its all 03 except the ignition cover which like somebody said here was probably swapped out during the frame recall.

Thanks for reminding me - I'll post a full before/after update VERY soon!! :D
 
JWScarab

JWScarab

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I have not forgot! We were out of town for 9 days - I didn't want to post that on the net.....lol. Daughter-in-law's wedding this weekend too! I hope to get the update pics this weekend and I will post!
 
Raywood

Raywood

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When BD did the recall in 03 on the RT frames they put the new 04 coil cover on the bikes.

Just FYI
 
JWScarab

JWScarab

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Thanks Raywood! That explains my bike completely! I'm really glad it seem non conbobulated - a word I made up, its a true 03......lol.

I'll definitely get update pics within 48 hrs!
 
JWScarab

JWScarab

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francoblay1 said:
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New pics are finally taken today. I'll just add to this thread. Here is a list of what I have done, along with new pics of the bike! Most updates were bought from Curtis at WSW, with top notch support! A few parts from Bigdogpartsking, and a couple from forum members! I'm super happy with the transformation!

I didn't know shit about bikes but I did every single item on this list myself! With huge help and a big Thank You to Curtis, Derek and Donna, Carlos, Dakotabos, Franco, Sven, and many many others, and this forum!!! Couldn't have done it without you! :cheers:

1) WSW 03 EHC replacement kit
2) LED headlight
3) Clear turn signal lenses
4) Rear kickstand
5) New OEM 2003 Exhaust
6) Oil pressure gauge
7) New fork tubes, bushings and seals
8) OEM luggage rack
9) Saddleman's Roll Bag
10) 04+ Mirrors
11) Compression Releases
12) Rear pegs relocated back to stock location
13) OEM Derby Cover
14) OEM Points Cover
15) Vertical Plate Mod
16) 04+ Air Cleaner Cover
17) OEM Flat Gas Cap
18) Super Bright LED signal boards
19) Braille Battery

I may be missing a few items but I will update as needed. :2thumbs:
 
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