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2K views 14 replies 10 participants last post by  Tie_One_On 
#1 ·
Hello all,
I am trading in my 81 Shovelhead on a 04 VRSCB next week. Looks like a good forum, this is my first V-Rod, so I am excited to get it in the garage and start learning. Any tips are appreciated. The only thing I see it needs now is a sissy bar, so my kids can ride on it. Other than changing all the fluids, is there any other PM I should be doing to it once I get her home? Any lead on service manuals would be appreciated as well.

Jason
 
#5 ·
Welcome. The first thing that needs to be done after you change the fluids is a full tank of fuel and ride. That's it. These things are pretty bullet proof. Just remember as well that these bikes love high rpms. It will be a bit different then the shovelhead. No need to short shift.
Enjoy.
 
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