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Understandable, yes, but if you take that approach when customizing your Harley Davidson, you’ll end up with boxes full of parts you’ll probably never use. It’s better to slow down a bit and think about the person you are, and what you want from your Harley.

Are you driven by speed? If so, then making your Harley even faster than it already is might be the direction to head. Will your Harley take you on long trips far away from home? Then outfitting your bike with luggage racks and ample storage compartments might be what’s important to you. Do you want to be able to talk to your honey while you both ride because if so, adding an intercom system might be something you’ll need (or not, if you’re looking at the riding time as a time to tune all others out)? Do you plan to enter motorcycle shows where you’ll be competing for prizes? If so, your Harley will need to look the part.

If you don’t really have a goal in mind, or a particular need, but you just want to do something with your Harley because that’s what Harley owners do, grab any of the countless books written on the subject of customizing your Harley Davidson and start reading. Inside these books you’ll find ideas for customization projects complete with step-by-step instructions, full-color photos and sometimes even information on where to go to get the aftermarket parts you need to complete the project. If reading isn’t your strong point, instructional videos and DVDs are also available.

And for the ultimate customization experience, for those with the know-how and who don’t mind getting their fingers greasy, take a look at the kits that are available that give you all the parts necessary to build a motorcycle completely from scratch. That’s about as custom as it gets.

The nice thing about customizing your Harley Davidson is the simple fact that there are no rules, no right way or wrong way to customize. It’s an individual process; a way to stand apart from the crowd. And it needs no further explanation..