Dakota Digital has been manufacturing the highest quality instrumentation and specialty electronics for custom cars, trucks, and motorcycles for over 25 years at the facility they call home, located in the heartland of the country, on the outskirts of Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Home is where nearly all products are designed, developed and manufactured from start to finish…right here in the USA by folks who care about the products they sell and the thousands of customers that use them. With applications for most Harley-Davidson models, as well as plenty of custom choices too, it is no wonder Dakota Digital is leading the way in aftermarket instruments. Night time visibility on all Dakota Digital gauges will be excellent. Daytime visibility will depend on the application. Dakota Digital uses high contrast teal displays with non-glare lenses to provide the best daytime visibility possible. On bar mount systems and gauges mounted facing back toward the rider visibility is good at all times. Dash mount systems that face straight up into the sun will have lesser visibility when the sun is high and shining directly on the gauge. It can still be read but visibility under these conditions is slightly reduced. For best overall visibility, the company recommends either Blue or Teal back lighting. these are more than simple 1 function instruments too. You have the ability to display 7 gauge readings in the LCD Message Centers in the Speedometer and Tachometer (Speed, RPM, Volts, Fuel, Oil Pressure, Oil Temp, and Air Temp), as well as Miles to Empty and performance readouts (0-60 speed and time as well as  ¼ mile speed and time). Not convinced you need these just yet? What if I tell you they are plug and play, and you can have your current mileage programmed into them so you can keep track of your true miles.

When purchasing Dakota Digital products, you can rest assured you are not only getting the best products, but also the best service and support available. K and G Cycles (www.kandgcycles.com) only sells the best of the best, and that is why you can purchase Dakota Digital products here.

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 The Bridge The Gap Heat Shield is designed to fill the space between the stock exhaust heat shields on the Touring Family bikes from H-D made from 1993 – 2007. This piece is an exact fit that covers the ugly exposed section of head pipe on stock exhaust set ups. With the popularity of Slip-Ons these days (which my bike happens to have) it is no wonder somebody designed a cover to hide that section of exhaust, and let that company be Kuryakyn. Long known for their incredible chroming process and near OEM fit, the team of Engineers responsible for this heat shield knocked it out of the park. For less than the price of a couple of cold ones at the Ball Park, you can give your motorcycle a finished look and hide that unsightly portion of head pipe that Harley failed to cover.

 The Bridge The Gap Heat Shield, a long overdue accessory piece needed for the American V-twin Touring Market, is available at K and G Cycles (www.kandgcycles.com). Covering up that unsightly exhaust head pipe with a perfect fit, chrome slathered filler piece achieves the look that should have come on the bike. Install this custom fit heat shield and be the example everyone follows.

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Part #’s 29099 and 29093 (depending on the year of your ride) is Progressive Suspensions 422 Series Shock that unlike the others in its lineup, has the ability to be easily adjusted via a remote that rides by one of the passenger pegs. The RAP (or Remote Adjustable Preload) system combines high performance shocks with a remote preload adjuster. This allows for easy tuning of the shocks to account for changes in loads or the addition of a passenger. Packing a lot of gear for a big ride? Give the knob a few turns and the bike is set. Riding solo? A few rotations the other direction softens things up. The 422 RAP Series shocks are based on Progressive Suspensions award winning gas charged monotube damper and are combined with heavy duty progressive rate springs for that excellent ride quality and bottoming control you have come to know and expect. Threaded rod ends also provide several inches of height adjustment so you can completely customize the ride.

Although I was a bit skeptical when Progressive called to say they were entering the R.A.P. World, I can without a doubt say this is the first R.A.P. that I am excited about. K and G Cycles (www.kandgcycles.com) is happy to make these easily adjustable, high quality shocks from Progressive Suspension available to all you frustrated Softtail Owners. Contact us today and start the season off on the right foot, and improve your ride with the new Progressive 422 R.A.P. Series shocks.

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With the addition of a Dead Center Quick Detach Fairing, you will enjoy excellent wind protection, good looks and premium stereo sound on the open road. You now have the flexibility to convert your ride in seconds from a sweet touring bike to the wind in your face boulevard cruiser in seconds on compatible Harley Models. The Dead Center fairing gives you quick-detach convenience with additional security of a barrel lock. Innovative mounting brackets, which are patent pending, guide the fairing into the docked position quickly and easily when it comes time to hit the open road. Full touring comfort and the stripped down look you bought the bike for in the first place. Available with stereo pre-installed or without stereo so you can install your own components. Quality Construction – Meticulous fiberglass construction in gloss black gel-coat with polished stainless brackets.

• Powerful Audio System – Sony Stereo system with Polk Audio 6-1/2″ Speakers – gets you rockin down the highway

• Lockable – Harley models latch onto the bike automatically when attached, lockable with a turn of the key – keeps your investment out of the hands of others

• Custom Harness – Custom wiring harness with sealed, easy to use thumb-release connectors – Installation and removal doesn’t get much easier

• Convenient – Harley models attach/detach in seconds without tools utilizing stock windshield mounts – you already have everything in place

• Compatability – Fits 1994+ Harley Davidson Road King and 00′-13′ FL Softtail Models – Dead Center makes other models that fit Dynas and Sportsters

• Attach and detach in seconds without tools – Simple

• Premium fiberglass construction using a special Resin Transfer Molding process – tough as nails and rivals OEM quality

• No need for paint. The outer finish is a polished, gloss-black gel coat – Ready to be installed on H-D’s most popular  – Vivid Black

• Corrosion resistant. All mounting hardware is polished stainless steel – Stays pretty under even the worst conditions

• Compatible with many Harley-Davidson® and aftermarket fairing accessories. Including current 3 hole pattern windshields, windshield trims, pouches etc.

• Fits 94-12 Road King; 00-12 FL Softail including; Heritage Softail, Deluxe and Fatboy models with quick detach windshield hardware (Fatboy models require mounting kit or passing lamps for proper width, mounting kit sold separately, #47-6106)

• Units are available with or without audio componenets. Upgrade speakers, head unitas, and amplifiers are also available

Now you can have the best of both worlds when it comes to motorcycling, a wind in your face cruiser and touring comfort with tunes. Adda Dead Center Quick Detach Fairing from K and G Cycles (www.kandgcycles.com) and see how cool it is to have “2″ bikes in your barn. Customization is taken to a whole new level with these Quick Detach Fairings from Dead Center.

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So you changed the hand grips on your ride, and they look great, but there is something missing… you need to finish the job. There is nothing more disappointing than seeing a sweet bike that only has part of the controls customized. It reminds me of a Corvette that has ground effects installed but the were left unpainted.  Switch housings would be the next logical choice when it comes to completing the transformation. For the most part the stock black housings do not compliment new grips very well unless they are black. With that being said, many people upgrade to a Chrome Switch Housing to accent the new grips. A fairly easy install, Switch Housing upgrades go a long way to give you a finished, custom look to your controls that will have you wondering,”Why didn’t I do this before?”.

You aren’t done just yet! This next step is one of personal preference – Do I leave the switches black, or do I install chrome switches? My personal feel is to leave them black as it adds a nice bit of contrast to the chrome. It also is easier to read the switches at a glance, in the event you have an Alzheimer’s moment. If you are changing out your switch housings and want to make the move to chrome, there is no better time to do so. A word of warning, the switch replacement can be a tough job, so you should allow ample time to complete this upgrade. Chrome Switches add a sleek look to your handlebar mounted controls, and will leave the others envious.

 Rounding out your controlled accessory swap is the levers. The levers will be the cherry on top, but keep in mind there are about as many lever choices as there are small town diners on the list of “Must See” places. Again, the colors most readily available are Black and Chrome, however if you are wanting to go total custom, you should be able to take any lever to a local powder coater and have any color or finish applied. Levers can set the tone for the bike since often the controls are one of the first areas you notice on the bike or don’t notice. Levers can also increase your riding comfort by. There are levers available in reduced pull style, more ergonomically correct designs, as well as what one might refer to as “Self Defense” levers.

 All in all, changing a mere 25% your controls give you an unfinished, hap hazard look when you could be a shining star instead. For ease of transformation, an accessory install should be plotted out, and full advantage taken of your downtime. With new switch housings, levers and switches from K and G Cycles (www,kandgcycles.com) upgrading your controls has never been easier.

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 Starting at the rear and working our way forward, make sure everyone you leave behind has no doubt what you like! Thundering American motorcycles, and the infamous Skulls. Make a statement with this Skull Tail light and license plate holder. Made from high quality Billet Aluminum, the Skull portion has been beautifully chrome plated. Of the things you will be sure to notice are the L.E.D. lights for the brake lights located in the eyes and white L.E.D’s firing downward to light up the license plate. The mounting bracket for the plate is finished in a sturdy gloss black so it will always look good.

 Next if you really want to get their attention, install a set of these Milwaukee Skull style marker lights. These marker lights feature bright, fast acting  dual function L.E.D. lights. Finished in the same slick chrome as the tail light and plate holder, these marker lights scream custom to any admirer.  Not only are you customizing the bike, you are increasing your level of visibility with more intense lighting when you braking or indicating an upcoming  turn. These marker lights can also be installed in the rear wall of saddlebags increasing the level of customization on your ride.

 Keep that clever Skull theme rolling on your bike as we move to the right side and upgrade that boring old air cleaner. With a look that will remind you of those performance exhaust that use the discs to tune the sound and power, if custom is what you are seeking, custom is what you will receive. Measures approximately 5.5″ High x 6.0″ Wide, this air cleaner will fill in the “V” nicely and take center stage in looks and performance additions. Let’s face it, when you select the theme of our bikes, you run with it, and this Willie inspired air cleaner is but one more piece that will be added to your “Must Have” list.

Check out these and more Milwaukee Inspired Skull pieces at K and G Cycles (www.kandgcycles.com) and start down the road to complete customization for your ride.

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We all know getting a more aggressive stance on any of our vehicles can completely change the attitude of that vehicle and your as well. Installing a wide tire kit on your motorcycle can give your ride a mild or wild custom look. It doesn’t matter if you ride a Sportster or one of the full on Touring bikes, there is a kit for you. From a little wider to a lot wider, and from minimal to all inclusive these wide tire kits are sure to satisfy your craving for more meat.

Here a few examples of the range of kits available from K and G Cycles:

 Take a look at Part # STWSP240-4 , this is Stampedes 240mm Wide Tire Kit for your 2004 and later Harley-Davidson Sportster. This particular kit comes with a rectangular swing arm, pulley, pulley side plate, swing arm, axle, and fender struts. Just select your sheet metal and you are good to go. Turn your Sporty into a bad boulevard brawler with this kit that will add almost 100mm to the stock tire width and give you a wicked profile. Take your Sportster to the next level and stand apart from the crowd.

 Got a Softtail instead? Try Part # STWST240, Stmapedes 240mm Softtail package. This Wide Tire Kit works with 230mm/240mm tires and installs on 1986 to 1999 Harley Softails, and delivers a mean look with a good amount of rubber hitting the ground. Each kit includes the wider swing arm, a 1″ hidden axle, a stainless steel splash guard, an offset transmission plate, a motor/Primary spacer, an offset drive Sprocket, polished billet axle covers, and all the necessary mounting hardware. Constructed of .120″ thick chrome moly tubing, it is a tough as can be. Fatten up that Softtail and get the ride you really wanted.

Not wanting to leave the Touring Family out on the fun, Part # FBH200BL is where its at! A 200 on a Touring bike is awesome. Still ridable, yet yielding killer looks. Fat Baggers Wide Tire Kit For 2002-2006 FLH,  employs a black spacer & black swing arm The days of bagger riders longing for the powerful, fat look of a wide tire are now over. With the FBI 200mm kit, you can transform any FLH model into a real road hog. The complete kit features a swing arm, a new rear axle, a primary spacer, a primed fiberglass fender, a Metzeler 200 tire, custom stainless steel brackets, a transmission offset, the complete gasket kit, and the required hardware.  A 1 1/8″ upgrade belt is required for all pre-’94 FLH installs.( 280/300mm kits also available) Premium FBI wheel available separately.

Adding a menacing look to your stock ride is relatively easy these days, especially when you start with a wide tire kit from K and G Cycles (www,kandgcycles.com). Don’t be afraid to have someone admire your wide rear end, and all the meat back there.

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By adding a Cycle Sounds Series 2 Ultra Speaker System to your bike, you get 150 watts of speaker handling capability (75 Watts per speaker). These Series 2 speaker drivers deliver excellent response and improved dynamic range, and are housed in an attractive, low-profile, bullet design housing. The biggest decision you will have to make is whether you want the Chrome version or Matte Black version. Set up is a breeze, after minimally invasive wiring, all you need to do is connect connect the standard 3.5mm jack to your favorite music player and take your tunes along for the ride. The speaker housing comes with a simple one point mounting solution for use with external handlebar clamps.

We know you have concerns so we approached Cycles Sounds and asked some questions we felt would be on your mind.

How well will I be able to hear these at highway speeds? Series 2 motorcycle speaker system: (150 watt speaker handling) is great for mounting the speakers under the handlebar and can be heard while riding at 40-70 mph.

What kind of electrical draw will this be on my charging system? This system requires between 1.5 – 2 amps. A super small load for such big sound.

Since this system will be be in the elements, how will it hold up? The amplifier is completely waterproof ensuring you can mount it wherever you like. And our bullet speakers have undergone strict testing for water resistance and passed.

Is there a warranty with this system? Cycle Sounds offers a 1 yr warranty on all of our speaker systems.

Is there any particular MP3 player I should or shouldn’t use? Generally any mp3 player or other device with a standard headphone jack (3.5mm) output will work with our sound systems. However, some mp3 players that use an actual disk drive for media storage may not be suitable for use with our kits depending on the vibration of the motorcycle the system it is being installed on. In particular, the “Classic Family” of iPod’s use disc media for storage including (full-size) 1/2/3/4/5/6th Generation.

For an added piece of mind, all Cycle Sounds products are designed and engineered in the U.S.A. for all-weather stability and vibration resistance to ensure maximum performance in real world conditions. So you see, there is no reason you cannot take your favorite tunes on the road with you. Contact K and G Cycles (www.kandgcycles.com) today and begin enjoying your rides more with some great sounding tunes, that you have installed in no time.

Works With:
iPod, iPhone, Rock Box, MP3 Players, Satellite Radio, Radar Detectors or any other device that uses a standard 3.5mm output (headphone) jack.

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It is time you kept important or fragile items at your fingertips with the Tour Pak Lid Organizer Bag from Kuryakyn. Using a variety of padded and see through mesh compartments this organizer offers protection and easy accessibility for frequently used items. The best part is it installs in a spot that, under normal circumstances is unused space. Measuring an impressive 13″ x 20″, you will surprised just how much this organizer bag holds. Who says you can’t take it with you? Employing quick disconnect hook and loop fasteners and built in handles, this unit is easily portable. However those of you wanting to keep it on the bike, there is a more permanent solution – if you have a luggage rack on your Tour Pak, you can simply secure the lid organizer with the 4 bolts in addition to the hook and loop fasteners and you have a tough, sturdy mount.

Not only are you gaining a nice amount of storage space, for the two wheeled narcicist, this lid organizer comes with a 5″ x 7″ mirror so when you reach your destination, you can primp and preen yourself.  Tucked between the outer shell and the storage pouches, you will find the mirror, and notice it easily pulls out and hangs in place so you don’t have to fumble with it.

As we all know, finding usable storage on a motorcycle is like finding Nessie, but with this Tour Pak lid organizer it couldn’t be easier to add usable storage. Whether you want to leave it on the bike or take it with you, versatile mounting options make this bag one of a kind. Head over to K and G Cycles (www.kandgcycles.com) and order yourself this amazing bag that will keep your bike organized and give everything a place.

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Designed to fi 96-12 Electra Glide , Street Glide, and Trike models, as well as Kuryalyn Air Master Fairing and Sportech Detachable Fairing Plus, they are a great addition to any bike. Take a look at all of the outstanding features built into each and every windshield.

* Top Quality, custom windshields for H-D Touring Models

* Custom formed from premium materials using proprietary processes.

* Manufactured  from premium quality, hard coated polycarbonate, will not crack or shatter upon impact

* Zombie and Flame graphics are screen printed with proprietary inks ( this makes the images unbelievably sharp as well as extremely durable )

* Windshields are opaque

* All windshields measure 6″ tall.

What great features to have when looking for a replacement windshield. Custom all the way, from how it’s made to how the images are applied and the durability thar these windshields K and G Cycles (www,kandgcycles.com) is proud to make these one of a kind windshields available to you.

Available in 6 different designs, they are:

Part # TR-419269 – The Firefighter

Part # TR-419270 – The Patriot

Part # TR-419271 – Armed Forces

Part # TR-419274 – The Zombie

Part # Tr-419275 – The Flame

Part # TR-419276 – Cross & Thornes

There is bound to be one of these windshields that is to your liking, so why not pick one up today. These also make great gifts for the Harley rider in your life. AIRMATER, the best looking, custom, 6″ windshield on the market.

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