[GlennF]

The left model is faster. So if the bike is orange it's win-win! 

Speedo from the Aussie LH Drive model, note that it goes to 180 MPH:

[BRG-BIRD]

Welcome to the forum and congratulations!

[olhogrider]

removing the snorkel from the air filter will give it a throatier sound when wide open throttle. That's about all you get out of a DNA or similar. Mufflers are a personal choice. I changed for looks and sound. The seat is good for about 100 miles. If you don't ride more than that each time you're probably good with stock. I got the up and over pull back bar risers. They work well but I changed to taller wider more pulled back bars and the stock risers. A tank bag or tail bag is handy.

[gizzo]

A helmet camera might be worth considering. I don't use one myself but riding buddies say that car operators seem to behave more respectfully when they think there's footage being taken of their shenanigans.

Whatever it takes to keep you safe, huh?

[twocoolgliders]

If that's a picture of you on the left.....I don't think you have to worry about being bothered on the road....

Cookie

A helmet camera might be worth considering. I don't use one myself but riding buddies say that car operators seem to behave more respectfully when they think there's footage being taken of their shenanigans.

Whatever it takes to keep you safe, huh?

[gizzo]

I am the Great Humungus!   

[EmmKay2018]

Thank you @Roshiba777, gizzo, BRG-BIRD & olhogrider

Thank you, @Haggisman - You really got me thinking for a second

Thank you @Breezin - Love the orange crush, and I am starting to like other colors equally the more I look at them... I am sure folks keep different tanks and change colors as they like (if they are cheap enough).

Thank you @wildbill

"I would also do a couple of extra oil and filter changes just for good measure. that is just plain covering your as/ for a few $$ and peace of mind." - I ordered 3 oil filters and able to order Bel-Ray 10w-50 super synthetic oil from amazon (picture attached), and I am planning to change the oil every 6 to 8 months or so for good measure.

Engine protection is in my list, and so is the sump guard. Handle bar is perfect for my height and I can rest my feet firmly on the ground when I sit on it.  So far I am loving the bike, and hoping the weather to change  for better driving conditions. Still a bit cold and has been raining (typical fall spring weather).

I am used to real-time chat forums rather than posting messages - If anyone is interested or willing to have bike chat, the link is in my footer. So far, I find this community super helpful, and right amount of information and help for beginners and other bike enthusiasts.

[jimku]

I've always installed engine guards on my bikes. Function over form yes they're kind of ugly but can save a lot of tears if the bike falls over. Congrats on your first bike!

I went with the compact engine guards because they provide an ideal place to mount fold-up forward pegs.
https://www.jpcycles.com/product/5300430/j-p-cycles-1-clamp-on-engine-guard-footpegs?redirectedKeyword=5300430&totalResult=1

And got this nifty oil filter cover to protect it from rocks without having to mount a whole sump guard which would make getting my bike on my little lift almost impossible.
https://www.amazon.com/AQIMY-Aluminum-Harley-Davidson-Touring-Softail/dp/B07PK2GZ8K/ref=asc_df_B07PK2GZ8K/?tag=bingshoppinga-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=&hvpos=&hvnetw=o&hvrand=&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=e&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4583520386235545&psc=1

And replaced my headlight with a much brighter LED one that is plug 'n' play.
https://www.jpcycles.com/product/220-2402/pathfinderled-7-classic-styling-led-headlight-chrome?mrkgcl=444&mrkgadid=3308569190&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=492101368761_product_type_motorcycles_product_type_lights_and_license_plates_product&utm_campaign=Google+Shopping++Generic+-+Lights+and+License+Plates&product_id=220-2402&utm_content=pla&adpos=1o4&creative=278867792822&device=c&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=Cj0KCQjwxYLoBRCxARIsAEf16-tlgkviycR8cnHPv13EkQHj9rBWYanGb9J1dP6o0V4YZ68AyfSS9tgaAkfyEALw_wcB

[twocoolgliders]

You got that bike up to 600 lbs. yet?


Cookie

I went with the compact engine guards because they provide an ideal place to mount fold-up forward pegs.
https://www.jpcycles.com/product/5300430/j-p-cycles-1-clamp-on-engine-guard-footpegs?redirectedKeyword=5300430&totalResult=1

And got this nifty oil filter cover to protect it from rocks without having to mount a whole sump guard which would make getting my bike on my little lift almost impossible.
https://www.amazon.com/AQIMY-Aluminum-Harley-Davidson-Touring-Softail/dp/B07PK2GZ8K/ref=asc_df_B07PK2GZ8K/?tag=bingshoppinga-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=&hvpos=&hvnetw=o&hvrand=&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=e&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4583520386235545&psc=1

And replaced my headlight with a much brighter LED one that is plug 'n' play.
https://www.jpcycles.com/product/220-2402/pathfinderled-7-classic-styling-led-headlight-chrome?mrkgcl=444&mrkgadid=3308569190&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=492101368761_product_type_motorcycles_product_type_lights_and_license_plates_product&utm_campaign=Google+Shopping++Generic+-+Lights+and+License+Plates&product_id=220-2402&utm_content=pla&adpos=1o4&creative=278867792822&device=c&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=Cj0KCQjwxYLoBRCxARIsAEf16-tlgkviycR8cnHPv13EkQHj9rBWYanGb9J1dP6o0V4YZ68AyfSS9tgaAkfyEALw_wcB

[EmmKay2018]

Thank you @Jimku. I love the idea of having a compact engine guard with a mount fold-up forward pegs. I will do the same.

It is always great seeing pictures of other bikes - I was looking for the leather tool roller unit, I couldn't ind many pictures of the pouch attached to the bike until now.

Thanks for taking time to share pictures

[hadujorganic]

Handsome bike!

So far I've only put on bar-end mirrors and Trip Machine leather grip wraps (which I absolutely love), fork gaiters, and removed the black plastic mud guards from the front and rear fenders. I'd like to put on smaller exhaust cans for the look, but I'm fine to keep her just the way she is now.

Enjoy your new ride!

[twocoolgliders]

caution on removing the black plastic mudguards....you will "sandblast" the lower front frame...will need constant touch up paint.

Cookie

Handsome bike!

So far I've only put on bar-end mirrors and Trip Machine leather grip wraps (which I absolutely love), fork gaiters, and removed the black plastic mud guards from the front and rear fenders. I'd like to put on smaller exhaust cans for the look, but I'm fine to keep her just the way she is now.

Enjoy your new ride!

[jimku]

You got that bike up to 600 lbs. yet?
Cookie

Nope, just made it a PRACTICAL bike.

[hadujorganic]

caution on removing the black plastic mudguards....you will "sandblast" the lower front frame...will need constant touch up paint.

Cookie

Hmmmm. Makes sense.
When the rain stops I will go have a close look.
Thanks for the heads-up!

[jimku]

Thank you @Jimku. I love the idea of having a compact engine guard with a mount fold-up forward pegs. I will do the same.
It is always great seeing pictures of other bikes - I was looking for the leather tool roller unit, I couldn't ind many pictures of the pouch attached to the bike until now.
Thanks for taking time to share pictures

That's not the pouch on my bike.
I tried four or five different "tool roll" pouches, but only found ONE that would fit under the headlight without resting right up against the front fender with no room for the forks to compress.
The one on my bike is this one:
https://www.jpcycles.com/product/830-397/interstate-leathers-two-strap-tool-bag?redirectedKeyword=830-397+&totalResult=1