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[Eqcons]

Just about to install my Chubby 578 bars, did anyone who has installed the 578 to cut a bit off the left side bar end?
They say on the wild1 website you may need to.

I've installed several sets of 575s and never needed to.

[Springer Dan]

Just about to install my Chubby 578 bars, did anyone who has installed the 578 bars have to cut a bit off off the left side bar end?
They say on the wild1 website you may need to cut 3/8" off left side so it butts up to where the bar broadens to 1 1/4".

I had the dealer install 578s on 13 CVO ultra last year and when I went to test fit for angle I noticed a gap on the left side that didn't look right. I had pointed out to them before the install that WO said cutting the left side may be necessary. The pulled it back apart to cut it for me. No more gap.

[DownUnder CVO]

I had the dealer install 578s on 13 CVO ultra last year and when I went to test fit for angle I noticed a gap on the left side that didn't look right. I had pointed out to them before the install that WO said cutting the left side may be necessary. The pulled it back apart to cut it for me. No more gap.

Thanks, Yes just got a confirmation email from Wild1.
You do need to cut off 3/8" off left side if using HD heated grips.

[Eqcons]

Thanks, Yes just got a confirmation email from Wild1.
You do need to cut off 3/8" off left side if using HD heated grips.

I'd try it first..... As I say, I've done several sets of 575s, all using Harley heated grips, and never had to cut them.  Maybe the 578 is different, but I can't see why it would be.

[DownUnder CVO]

I'd try it first..... As I say, I've done several sets of 575s, all using Harley heated grips, and never had to cut them.  Maybe the 578 is different, but I can't see why it would be.

Yep all done and installed, took me about 6 hours taking my time.
Didn't need to take ignition off and also left the dash panel under ignition in loosely. I used 4: namz cable extensions, standard brake & clutch lines are fine, just had to release some cable ties.
Had to cut 3/8" off the left side for it to butt up, the 578's must be different.
They are nice Fat looking Bars, I have leaned them back to get a closer reach as I am a short ass! Will test them out on a  3 hour trip tomorrow.

[Eqcons]

Looks good!   I thought the 578s too tall for my liking - would have gone with 575s but they don't fit the 14/15 models, so went with the Harley 2" pullback ones.  I'm only 5' 5½" so I'd still like bars that came another inch further back so I could sit straight instead of leaning forward.  Never found the perfect bar yet....

[Jswerve]

Looks good!   I thought the 578s too tall for my liking - would have gone with 575s but they don't fit the 14/15 models, so went with the Harley 2" pullback ones.  I'm only 5' 5½" so I'd still like bars that came another inch further back so I could sit straight instead of leaning forward.  Never found the perfect bar yet....

I'm 5'6" and I switched to 13" apes and love them. I have over 10K since the install. So comfy.

[Eqcons]

I'm 5'6" and I switched to 13" apes and love them. I have over 10K since the install. So comfy.

I just don't like the looks of apes on a bagger, Jesse. 

[Jswerve]

I just don't like the looks of apes on a bagger, Jesse. 

Awww. That sucks. I love the look but more importantly, they are very comfy. 

[Eqcons]

Awww. That sucks. I love the look but more importantly, they are very comfy.

Comfort would be a huge bonus, but knowing me as I do, every time I looked at my bike, I know I'd think the bars didn't look good.  My idea bar would have the rise and wrist angle of W1 575s, but be 2" narrower, with 2" more pullback.  Sadly, that bar does not exist!

[Jswerve]

Comfort would be a huge bonus, but knowing me as I do, every time I looked at my bike, I know I'd think the bars didn't look good.  My idea bar would have the rise and wrist angle of W1 575s, but be 2" narrower, with 2" more pullback.  Sadly, that bar does not exist!

Short people problems!

[Eqcons]

Short people problems!

Zackly! 

[DownUnder CVO]

Well I have put in a little over 3 hours riding with the 578's and at this stage I don't think I will have them on for long!

I am 5'6" and I find the bars too wide and I am still reaching a little, not as much as the stock bars but my shoulders were aching with the extra width/height.

It might be an adjustment period so I will roll the bars back a little more to get the closer and give it several more hours.

These bars are considerably wider than stock.

[Jswerve]

Well I have put in a little over 3 hours riding with the 578's and at this stage I don't think I will have them on for long!

I am 5'6" and I find the bars too wide and I am still reaching a little, not as much as the stock bars but my shoulders were aching with the extra width/height.

It might be an adjustment period so I will roll the bars back a little more to get the closer and give it several more hours.

These bars are considerably wider than stock.

Pretty much all aftermarket bars are wider. Before you pull them PLEASE rotate them backwards. You would be surprised how much an inch toward you can make or break the bars. I hated my 13's when I put them on, rolled them back about 1 to 1.5 inches and I absolutely LOVE them.

Jesse

[Mr. Warlock]

I am 5-6 also, pull the bars back and you will feel a huge difference. I have ridden with all types of bars on a lot of different types of bikes and find these to be one of the most comfortable. Perfect for me.