Top 10 aftermarket accessories for your motorcycle!

Whatever kind of motorcycle you ride, personalizing it can be one of the most enjoyable ways to play with it.  Here are some of the more popular things you can add to your ride to not only increase riding comfort, but to help make your bike YOUR OWN.

Scorpio motorcycle alarm systems offers two great basic alarm kits that will fit virtually any motorcycle.   Adding a theft prevention system to your ride can ease your mind about the safety of your bike when you’re not on it.

 

Changing or upgrading your pegs can increase comfort for any length of ride.  The pegs on your bike should be adjusted to fit your length and the style you ride.  Adding larger pegs or even floorboard can increase the comfort for any cruiser or touring bike, and can help you get the most out of your ride!

 

 Comfortable Seats

Having a comfortable seat is an integral part of making your ride as enjoyable as possible.  Your rear end should always be comfy not only because it feels nice, but because it can help reduce fatigue on long cruises. In deciding on a seat upgrade, remember to take into account not only comfort, but seat height (want to be stopped at a light on your tippy-toes or flat-footed?).

 

Back Rests

Putting a backrest on your cruiser can increase comfort and improve posture, minimizing road fatigue. Why not? Sit back, relax, and enjoy your ride!

 

Saddle Bags

When touring, it’s important to be prepared. How can you do that without any storage on your bike? You can easily find all kinds of saddlebags to meet your needs without cramping your bike’s style.  So pack up!

 

Windshields

Windshields are one of the most popular aftermarket upgrades for cruisers.  Visibility and protection from road debris are very important in maximizing safety, and you should find the right windshield for you and your bike.  You should consider fit to the bike, height and shade of the shield, and what kind of protection best suits your riding style to minimize wind exhaustion.

 

Audio Devices

Who doesn’t like jamming while they’re cruising? Whether you want to listen to the radio, CDs, iPod, satellite radio, or from your phone, you can find an affordable solution to fit your motorcycle and satisfy your need to rock.

 

Chrome bolt-ons

Want to really turn heads when you cruise around? Have lots of bling on your bike. Simple solution? Chrome. You can add as little or as much chrome tickles your fancy, and all sorts of accessories are available in that beautiful bright plating.

 

Extra Touring Accessories

Just don’t quite have enough cool stuff on your bike? Shop around, ogle other people’s rides, and personalize away! If you can think it up, someone out there has made it. Now make your motorcycle really yours.

 

Pegs/Floorboards

Theft-prevention systems

Just for the ladies!

Ladies, did you know that we have an accessories department dedicated just to YOU? Here’s a little spotlight on what we can offer women riders to help you customize your riding look and make you more comfortable on any ride (whether driving or sitting backseat…). If you’re looking for anything in particular and you don’t see it in the shop, just ask one of our Parts & Accessories Associates and I’ll bet we can help you get it!

Preparing for a trip? What to ALWAYS have on your bike.

Finally taking some vacation time to really enjoy the open road? Maybe even just taking a full day trip to see how far you can get?  There are several things you should do to make sure you’re prepared for anything.  Always carry gear for ANY kind of weather with you on your bike, whether or not you’re going to start out wearing it (of course, we suggest always wearing full gear).  It may be warm and sunny when you begin your trip, but start raining at any time.  You should be prepared for hot, cold, dry and wet at all times.  It is also important to do a full once-over on your bike to make sure everything is in tip-top condition.  If your bike is near a service interval, certainly have it done before any long trip.  Always check your tire pressure levels, be sure all lights are working properly, and that everything seems to be in perfect working order.  These simple precautions can keep you from having any major trouble and will allow you to enjoy your trip to the fullest!

Keeping a few minor tools with you on your trip can save you in case of any minor issues.  A tire plug kit, including plugs (stops a leak) and a source of air (a CO2 filling device or an air compressor), can save many flats before they cause too much damage.  Keeping a small tool set can often come in handy for any minor loose screws, etc.  Staying prepared will ensure you won’t have any extra headaches on your trip.  As always, be safe and have fun!

Heartland Honda: Work Hard, Play Hard.

Who’s Heartland Honda? We are an exclusive Honda-only dealer with a 27,000 square foot facility that’s completely dedicated to Honda—motorcycles, ATVs, scooters and personal watercraft.  Because when you sell the best, you don’t need to sell anything else.  And because our expert staff focuses only on Honda, they have a depth of knowledge and experience that can’t be beat.  We invite you to drop by, visit our facility and even have a cup of coffee in our customer lounge.  You’ll never experience high-pressure salesmanship; instead, you’ll find an atmosphere designed to make your experience with us better than at any showroom in America.

Selection

As an official Honda Powerhouse Dealer, we maintain a complete inventory of all Honda Powersports products at all times, and with over eighty different models, that’s a big investment.  Furthermore, our commitment is to have the best selection of models and colors you can find anywhere.  That means in most cases, you can get the Honda you want, immediately, without a wait.  It’s a system designed to yield a very satisfying shopping experience.

Parts & Accessories

Honda quality is legendary.  It is important to use official Honda parts for repairs.  We’ve got everything you need to keep your Honda running, right here, in-stock.  When it comes to personalizing your bike, once again nothing beats Honda Genuine Accessories.  We stock a huge selection of quality accessories created by Honda, specifically for your Honda.  They fit better, work better and look better than anything else out there.  And if you need help choosing which ones are right for you, our expert staff will be happy to help.  We even feature a dedicated Women’s Department exclusively for our female customers.

Service

Your new Honda is one of the best built, most reliable machines ever.  To keep it running perfectly, we’ve got an expert staff, with over 50 years of combined experience, just waiting to serve you.  We’ve got the parts, the expertise, the special tools and the experience to give your Honda the care and treatment it – and you – deserve.

Honda Rider’s Club of America

Our local chapter of the HRCA sponsors local events like group rides, riding clinics, and charity events.  It’s a great way to meet other riders in the area and get the most from your new Honda.  Stop in and we’ll tell you about all the great benefits of HRCA membership and what we’ve got planned for the future.

Should I buy used?

Want to buy a motorcycle, ATV, or dirtbike, but don’t want to spend the extra money for a brand new one?  There are some important things to consider when looking at purchasing used.  For example, low mileage on used bikes/ATVs isn’t always a great indicator of value.  Just how old is it?  If it’s older and has very low mileage, be sure to find out how long it has been sitting idle and if it was prepared for storage at all.  You may think you found a great deal on an older bike, only to bring it home and find rust, bad chains, and buildups in the fuel systems, which can cost a really pretty penny to repair.  You’ll also want to be sure that only Honda Genuine Parts were used in any previous maintenance on the bike, or you could be looking at malfunctions down the road.

If you aren’t a motorcycle or ATV expert , it may be best for you to check out a Honda dealer and let them help you get the most out of your money.  Heartland Honda always has a great selection of used bikes and ATVs that you can rest assured have been fully serviced and repaired before they go anywhere near our showroom floor.