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[grofcvo]

Don't know if this is the right place for this topic, but I don't like stock handlebars on my RK cvo. They are very low and grips are some how positioned so when I hold bars looks like my hands are twisted outside, very awkward position. Want to change this ASAP did anyone change their bars and what you went with. thx as always, Grof

[Billy]

Just dropped off Wild Ones 502 to have them powder coated shinny black to match. I hope they fit as I have the same problem The bars are too narrow and the grip angle is way wrong unless you are only 10 inches wide.         Billy Should be done by mid Nov. I will try to post pictures.

[SuperGlideSport]

Check out the stock RG or Heritage bars.

[grofcvo]

Just dropped off Wild Ones 502 to have them powder coated shinny black to match. I hope they fit as I have the same problem The bars are too narrow and the grip angle is way wrong unless you are only 10 inches wide.         Billy Should be done by mid Nov. I will try to post pictures.

will check wild ones, I thought about Carlini's evil ape in 14" still didn't decide.

[grofcvo]

Check out the stock RG or Heritage bars.

I don't like any stock bars , they are not comfortable at all, customizing is a part of the the game.

[Digital]

I think I am going with Buky Bars 14" or 16" Malo 2s on my 14 SERG.   Got rough quotes for $760 labor and ~$400 for cables/wires.   I'll buy the bar once I decide on one and get the ball rolling.

[TIGER]

coming from a ape with my slim and .... I like so much the rk cvo bars ! low and with a good position to make long long rides with no pain. each biker have his own idea 

[grofcvo]

coming from a ape with my slim and .... I like so much the rk cvo bars ! low and with a good position to make long long rides with no pain. each biker have his own idea 

I am 6,1 and 270 and bars are puling my arms inside and out totally weird, but if you are  smaller guy they might be good for you. Like you said each has his own idea...

[grofcvo]

I think I am going with Buky Bars 14" or 16" Malo 2s on my 14 SERG.   Got rough quotes for $760 labor and ~$400 for cables/wires.   I'll buy the bar once I decide on one and get the ball rolling.

man this BB are hella nice bars , let me know how you like them after installation.

[TIGER]

I am 6,1 and 270 and bars are puling my arms inside and out totally weird, but if you are  smaller guy they might be good for you. Like you said each has his own idea...

you're right... I am smaller 5,8 in feet and 181 end it fits great for me

[stratplexi]

If I decide to pull the trigger on one, it will be getting a nice set of 12 or 14 inch apes powder coated black of course.

[grofcvo]

If I decide to pull the trigger on one, it will be getting a nice set of 12 or 14 inch apes powder coated black of course.

i decided to go with 12'' Paul Yaffe monkey bars have to wait 5-7 weeks

[stratplexi]

i decided to go with 12'' Paul Yaffe monkey bars have to wait 5-7 weeks

Gonna be killer! Cant wait to see them on!

[Fatboy]

i decided to go with 12'' Paul Yaffe monkey bars have to wait 5-7 weeks

Try this guy = no wait:   www.vindikta.com

 Bars made to order 1.5" diameter and matching crash bars for the saddle bags and engine guard.

[Highjagger]

18" V-Team Ape in 1 1/4 " diameter , love the bar ( had this on the 2009 FLTRSE too ) and heated grips make the winter rides also a cool feeling 

[willyB]

i decided to go with 12'' Paul Yaffe monkey bars have to wait 5-7 weeks

I know it's not a RG but I have the 12" Yafee's on my SG. I'm 5'-8", 145 lbs. and they are perfect.

Just wanted to post a picture. You'll just have to imagine the look without a fairing.

[TIGER]

outch ! Far too high for me 

[willyB]

outch ! Far too high for me 

They call them 12" bars but they are closer to 13 1/2" tall. Very comfortable for a 5'-8" tall skinny guy like me. I was a little worried when I was installing them but was surprised at the comfort.

[Billy]

When you look up new bars in the HD catalogue They all say for  up to 2013 they do not include the 14 model year. Is there a reason they won't fit. I just ordered Wild one 502 and they said they will fit the 14 model .      Thanks Billy

[HRider]

Just wanted to say hello, new mem.(1st post) also this is my 1st HD.  I bought the the Orange cvo.  have been debating on what color bars you all would recommend? chrome? black?  I'm going with todd cycles 17", had the opportunity to mock up some PY's oem (16") I found them too wide at the cross bar, slightly went past the cover.  The todds were nicer in my opinion. I just can't decide on color
 
here are the Todds  these are from today    that's my Bro who works for HD


yaffe's oem   this was the same day I took my cvo home

[Digital]

Thanks for posting those pics.  The BR Customs bars I ordered will look very similar to those.  I ordered them in black since that would match the crash bar and black hand controls. 

[HRider]

your welcome,  I plan on removing the crash bar, but maybe accent the controls with new res. lids and maybe some mirrors
to keep it even, I'm getting 50/50 which scheme to go with. 

[TIGER]

I think chrome is better... I consider it for my bike and chrome match well with the front ( fork and wheek )
and it's more... shinny 
 

[grofcvo]

canceled my order from Paul Yaffe now waiting time is around 12 weeks, no tnx I will look somewhere else for bars.
I still can't believe that someone needs 3 moths to build a handlebar. 

[HRider]

canceled my order from Paul Yaffe now waiting time is around 12 weeks, no tnx I will look somewhere else for bars.
I still can't believe that someone needs 3 moths to build a handlebar. 

smart move,
I just dropped of my bike today at the dealership. should be done by the end of the week if not next week, they seem pretty busy.
also getting ready to order my exhaust from D&D but they are a 2 weeks out on them. I hate playing the waiting game.
 

[Digital]

Cant wait to see the finished product HRider.   I've got some 16" BR Customs bars on the way for mine.   Seeing yours finished will give me a good idea what mine will look like.   Are you using the stock clamp?   I plan to.

[FLSTFI Dave]

canceled my order from Paul Yaffe now waiting time is around 12 weeks, no tnx I will look somewhere else for bars.
I still can't believe that someone needs 3 moths to build a handlebar. 

Waited 9 weeks in spring of 12 for the 14" Yaffe Monkey bars in black for my 12 SERG.  Love the bars, have 25K miles on them.  First week in December I will be ordering the same bar, but Chrome for my 13 SERK.  Worth the wait in my opinion. 

[HRider]

canceled my order from Paul Yaffe now waiting time is around 12 weeks, no tnx I will look somewhere else for bars.
I still can't believe that someone needs 3 moths to build a handlebar. 

if you really want a set I know were their is one in chrome 16" 

[HRider]

Cant wait to see the finished product HRider.   I've got some 16" BR Customs bars on the way for mine.   Seeing yours finished will give me a good idea what mine will look like.   Are you using the stock clamp?   I plan to.

yes my bars are 1 1/4 all the way. no need to change risers.  mock up pic.
 

[Digital]

Yeah that will look really good.   Thanks for posting this.

[dooinit2u]

My BR's were installed today.  1 1/2" x 14" Rise with a 5" pullback and a 10" Base width and 34.5" width at grips.

They feel great and seemed worth the wait.

[HRider]

My BR's were installed today.  1 1/2" x 14" Rise with a 5" pullback and a 10" Base width and 34.5" width at grips.

They feel great and seemed worth the wait.

Looks good!! 

[grofcvo]

My BR's were installed today.  1 1/2" x 14" Rise with a 5" pullback and a 10" Base width and 34.5" width at grips.

They feel great and seemed worth the wait.

bar looks good , would it be possible to take picture from top of the bar want to see how much they go back.
tnx

[grofcvo]

My BR's were installed today.  1 1/2" x 14" Rise with a 5" pullback and a 10" Base width and 34.5" width at grips.

They feel great and seemed worth the wait.

like this bars what are they called

[dooinit2u]

like this bars what are they called

BR Custom Bars...14" a 1 1/2. Bent Ape beaters w/o meathook. Custom made as per your measurements. (i.e. base width, grip width, pullback, overall shape, etc)

[Billy]

Installing Wild one 1 1/4 bars. They said they would fit. But I need a one inch clamp  instead of the stock clamp Wish they would have let me know in advance.     Billy

[Snapperkid]

Wish I could find out who makes these...

[Highjagger]

This Customer surely is named " YETI" 

[D-N-D]

WOW !!! They are some APES There I would kill my self trying to ride that.

[Highjagger]

You would be astonished about the increase of the handling - and the comfort -of the bike with such an Ape .
And in addition it`s sooooooo coooool .

[grofcvo]

CVO RK, 2014
Hey guys does anyone know how to take cover that sits above handlebar clamp. Need to take measurements for new bars.
tnx

[HRider]

maybe this will help.
http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Media/downloads/Service/isheets/-J02641.pdf

[grofcvo]

maybe this will help.
http://www.harley-davidson.com/en_US/Media/downloads/Service/isheets/-J02641.pdf

that was very quick, thanks a lot.

[Digital]

So HRider, do you have finished pics for us?   I am really looking forward to seeing those Todds Cycles bars. 

[HRider]

So HRider, do you have finished pics for us?   I am really looking forward to seeing those Todds Cycles bars. 

unfortunately it wont be ready til the 1st week of December, the Hydraulic cable is on back order, Harley change the fitting that goes into the tranny, no one else makes it yet. but I cant complain I getting well taken care of cost wise.  its been sitting like this.    

[willyB]

Wish I could find out who makes these...

I see this guy all the time in St. Louis. You'd think it would hard to ride but he rides it like no tomorrow.

Plus, it's a jockey shift!

[grofcvo]

After long search couldn't find no one to make me bars with 1 1/4 clamp , talked to so many manufacturers and I didn't want to change risers to 1'' clamp. Called BR's custom bars and talked to Bill for couple minute and done deal he will make me bars 1 1/4" BEATERS WITH DROP TOP in 14'' they should be here in couple weeks.
Link is here ; http://www.brcustomcycles.com/Home_Page.php

[dooinit2u]

Here's the finished pic of the BR's Bent Ape Beaters installed. That's also for a 12" shield for height comparison .

[HRider]

here's a pic going to look at it today unfortunately its raining here so it will stay their until tomorrow,  anyone looking to go bigger than a 14" bar get ready for some headaches,  I had to make a custom brake line, Harley has nothing available in that
length  , aftermarket company's will not even be ready for few months.

[Banana man]

The first mod to any Road King has to be new bars, the stock bars are and always have been junk!

If HD would just put Heritage bars on the Road King the problem would be solved. I don't get it.

[cbdeluxe]

I have to know, will the windshield still fit?

[HRider]

I have to know, will the windshield still fit?

I'm sure the windshield will work but you will have to tilt the bars back some, but in my case I'm not using it at all.

[FLSTFI Dave]

Well the 12 week wait for my 14" Paul Yaffee Monkey Bars started Monday.  Plan on doing the heated grips when the bars come in, using the grips that are stock on the 13 CVO Ultra as they are a match for my 13 CVO King floor boards and grips.  GPS will also be run thru the bars like was done on my 12 CVO Road Glide

[Digital]

That looks really good HRider!   If you can, post some more pics when you get it home.   Thanks again!

[HRider]

That looks really good HRider!   If you can, post some more pics when you get it home.   Thanks again!

riding home 

[Digital]

Dude, that is awesome looking!!!   How tall are you?   Also, aren't you running turn signals?

[HRider]

Dude, that is awesome looking!!!   How tall are you?   Also, aren't you running turn signals?

5'10",   yes I bought some that mount on the nacelle, they should be here tomorrow.

[evodistraction]

These 14" bars were already installed when I bought the bike. Not sure who the mfg. is but they ride really nice and the turn signals were able to be re-installed.

Evo

[dooinit2u]

http://i538.photobucket.com/albums/ff346/grcplaya/2013-12-08%2013.32.21_zps3bt855zm.jpg

After looking at the first pics, I thought you should remove the crash bar or put a chrome one, I see you decided to remove.

Great looking bike, good choice on bars.

[Banana man]

http://i538.photobucket.com/albums/ff346/grcplaya/2013-12-08%2013.32.21_zps3bt855zm.jpg

After looking at the first pics, I thought you should remove the crash bar or put a chrome one, I see you decided to remove.

Great looking bike, good choice on bars.

I noticed that also. Bike looks great that way but a risky move. Hope you don't loose your footing
at a stop light. 

[HRider]

lets make sure that never happens, few pics

[Digital]

5'10",   yes I bought some that mount on the nacelle, they should be here tomorrow.

Sweet.   Where did you get those from?

[HRider]

Sweet.   Where did you get those from?

I was lucky enough to catch their 40% off sale this past week
http://www.shopazzkikr.com/collections/turn-signals-1/products/dlux-front-signals

[FLSTFI Dave]

I noticed that also. Bike looks great that way but a risky move. Hope you don't loose your footing
at a stop light. 

My CVO road glide and CVO road king are the only two bikes I have ever kept engine guards on.  If my CVO King did not have lowers with speakers, the engine guard would be gone.  My 03 fatboy has a 21 wheel up front and a stretched road king front fender, never had guards on it.

[grofcvo]

New update,
2 months ago I canceled Yaffe's  bars for my CVO RK and I ordered bars from BR's and guess what Yaffe is sending me bars they should be here in 2 days , so now I will have 2 choices and one will be for sale ... later more info.

[grofcvo]

got my bars installed , BR's 14'' love it

[Digital]

Looks great.   Sent you a PM.

[grofcvo]

hey Digital, here is list of parts that are used on my 14'' bars and dealer did everything.

[Blownbullit]

Here are some pics of mine.

[Digital]

Finally uploading some decent pics...

[Robmay]

Are those 14" BR's Digital? That is one sweet looking ride. I have the same color. What about the windshield, stock HD? What size?

Thank you.

Rob

[Blownbullit]

14 RK. 10" Todd's Strip Bars. Legend Air Ride. Dakota Digital Air Gauge. Tire Hugger Fender. Get A Grip Grips.

[Blownbullit]

Another

[Digital]

Are those 14" BR's Digital? That is one sweet looking ride. I have the same color. What about the windshield, stock HD? What size?

Thank you.

Rob

Those are 16" BRs and the windshield is the "standard height" from a used Road king.   Thanks!   I love the bike and the color.

[Blownbullit]

another

[Blownbullit]

Another

[TIGER]

Another

Wow...seems to be perfection. .. 

[Digital]

14 RK. 10" Todd's Strip Bars. Legend Air Ride. Dakota Digital Air Gauge. Tire Hugger Fender. Get A Grip Grips.

This is a gorgeous picture and will likely be my wallpaper on my PC for a long time...

[mike jesse]

Looks real good!!
That's about the height I'm looking for.
By chance did the stock cables and wiring fit?

another

[Blownbullit]

Stock cables fit fine. Plenty of length tucked away in the nacelle. The wiring was extremely difficult to run through the new bars but was long enough.

[1QTLOW]

Hey Blownbullit I have the same bike wondering is the mounting area 1 1/4 or 1 inch on the stock bikes. Did you have to put new risers on or were you able to use the stock riser/clamp?

[HRider]

Hey Blownbullit I have the same bike wondering is the mounting area 1 1/4 or 1 inch on the stock bikes. Did you have to put new risers on or were you able to use the stock riser/clamp?

if you order the fatbob version you don't have to change out risers, those are 1 1/4 all they way thru. mine are the 17" version

[1QTLOW]

Thanks HRider. The fact with you could use your stock cables with the 10inch bars caught my eye. Save some $$ your 17's may be a little tall for me. Thanks for the info.

[HRider]

Thanks HRider. The fact with you could use your stock cables with the 10inch bars caught my eye. Save some $$ your 17's may be a little tall for me. Thanks for the info.

no problem

[Blownbullit]

CVO Windshield with 10" Todd's Strip Bars

[Blownbullit]

Another view

[Ridgerunr]

Very Nice, thanks for posting.

[Digital]

Gents,
   Some of you have asked for parts list for my 16" BR customs install on the 14 SERK.   Here are the parts that I was charged for as well as a pic of the completed job.

[TIGER]

great !!! 

[Hek73]

Awesome! Thanks!

[TIGER]

Desperatively searching a 10" ape with a goog pullback and A BAD ASS LOOK !!! 

[grofcvo]

Desperatively searching a 10" ape with a goog pullback and A BAD ASS LOOK !!! 

check BR's bars he will make any size you want..

[TIGER]

  thanks!

[jpdchicago]

Just ordered Wild Ones 515 (10" apes) for my 2014 CVO Road King. Read some great reviews. Will post reviews and pictures when I get them. I am tired of the fit of the stock bars...wrists bent at a weird angle.

[TIGER]

Cool ! can you please tell if you had to change cables and wires and other things ? I am thinking about the same bars 

[jpdchicago]

I will let you know for sure and post pictures. When the bars come in, they will install them on the bike and see what else they need to order. I think you can use most of the existing wires and/or lines. Might take a week or two before they are done...

[TIGER]

and perhaps the special adaptor for the clamp / riser ?

[jpdchicago]

That was ordered with the bars. Thank you Tiger. I see that you did your homework. It is only a $60.00 part but you do need it. Has to be ordered from Wild one. My dealer wanted me to change the CVO riser to the non CVO riser but I told them no (in case I or someone else wants to change back to the original bars.

[TIGER]

thank you for your answer.... I wait the end of the story ! 

[jpdchicago]

Cool ! can you please tell if you had to change cables and wires and other things ? I am thinking about the same bars 

Done!

No changes on throttle and brake cables but wiring had to be extended (plus I added Harley LED mirrors. Bars feel great. Low speed turns (parking lots or u turns) now a breeze!
Around $600 of labor + bars and mirrors.
Chrome looks great with chrome passing lights.

[TIGER]

thank you ! I have ordered mine in black 

[jpdchicago]

A picture, finally!

[TIGER]

WOW  perfect ! you prefer chrome instead black ?

[TIGER]

MORE MORE !

[jpdchicago]

Should be more on the other thread right above...

[jpdchicago]

The Chrome worked for me because of my chrome passing lights. Black would be a great choice as well. I hesitated a long time...

[Matt45]

Another view

Hi, this is the perfect Handlebar I would like for my RKcvo 2014, do I need to order others parts than the handlebar to adapt to the risers or just alone...and lets rock... thanks

[jpdchicago]

Hi, this is the perfect Handlebar I would like for my RKcvo 2014, do I need to order others parts than the handlebar to adapt to the risers or just alone...and lets rock... thanks

You will need the CVO riser adapter from Wild Ones. If I remember correctly is only about $60.00 or less. I believe it is easy to find on their web site. It basically wraps around the section of the bars that fits in the clamp.

[grofcvo]

Hi, this is the perfect Handlebar I would like for my RKcvo 2014, do I need to order others parts than the handlebar to adapt to the risers or just alone...and lets rock... thanks

Did you take in consideration any other brand, did you look at width of bars (usually they are 38'' 39'' ) and this is perfect to hit car or SUV mirrors (don't ask how I know).
There is couple Co. that make bars 11/4 so you don't need risers, and you can order width you want, (I went with 34'' so no more hitting cars mirrors), here is some BR's , Vindicta, Binford, etc you got custom look and order what you want not just bars from shelf that a lot ppl have ... just my 2 cents...

[Matt45]

Ok, I have just ordered the Todd's 10"  fatbob (1 1/4 " also at clamping section so no need to change the risers), I will put photos as soon as installed...
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[beto47]

 Good afternoon everyone need some help:Has anyone here actually changed the bars themselves and how difficult was it? Getting lots of B/S from local dealer that cables and wires have to be changed even though Todd from Todds cycles said no you don't.
Thanks for any and all help.
Beto

[beto47]

 :oops forgot the most important 10"apes going on 2014 cvo Road king
 Thanks again

[wicked110]

10 inch monkey bars and the only thing I changed was the drive by wire unit to one with longer wires. And this was on a 13 cvo road king

[Matt45]

Good afternoon everyone need some help:Has anyone here actually changed the bars themselves and how difficult was it? Getting lots of B/S from local dealer that cables and wires have to be changed even though Todd from Todds cycles said no you don't.
Thanks for any and all help.
Beto

My HD dealer told me also that with the 10" you do not need to change cables and wires... will tell you next week when my Todd's Fatbob bar will be installed...