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Motorcycle Accessories: Paying Attention to The Little Things
March 25, 2010

Sometimes, good things come in small packages.

In the motorcycle world, this is not the normal way of seeing things. Bigger is generally better. Bigger engines, wider tires, more horsepower, louder pipes, and more torque are all the hallmarks of motorcycle customization.

I felt the same way until recently. Lately, I noticed that there have been some small, low cost accessories that I purchased that made a huge difference to my overall comfort on my bike.

Motorcycle Rear Lowering Kits: These amazingly simple kits lowered my Street Glide 2 full inches, installed easily in under 1 hour, and cost less than $40.

Pant/Boot Clips: Sometimes when I ride, a gust of wind will literally roll my pant leg up to about my knee. Not anymore since I bought Pant/Boot clips. This is one of the best motorcycle accessories I’ve ever purchased and cost under $20

Guardian Bell: Ok, so this is not something that makes a bike perform better but it is a great thing to have. These bells, according to the legend, help to protect against evil road spirits that cause mechanical problems on the road. That’s all I needed to hear to give me a reason to buy one. I’ll spend $10 to buy some good fortune on the road.

Motorcycle Grips: I added Willie G. Skull grips to replace the ugly stock grips for my Harley. Not only do these grips look great but they perform great too. Not a bad investment at $80

Derby Cover: The Willie G. Skull chrome derby cover adds a sinister touch of style to my Street Glide. It is certainly better than the plain stock cover and was under $60.

Big customization projects are great but don’t forget about the little things. You will be surprised once you consider what you’d like to improve about your bike, talk to other bikers, and do some research.

Hi, I’m Tom Kiley, and when my buddies and I go riding we always put safety first. Get a free copy of my motorcycle book for some valuable riding tips. And if you or loved one are ever hurt in the Massachusetts area, contact the Kiley Law Group for legal advice from a real motorcycle attorney.