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jls1098

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help on choosing better handlebars.
« on: February 27, 2012, 04:29:26 PM »
OK Guys, you all have helped in all my mod purchases so far, now I need help on replacement bars. All I need ( or think I need )is about 2 or 3 inches in pull-back. Have looked at the H-D with 2 in. more pullback and the Wild 1's ( different  5--- models) I'm very undecided. I just want to sit-back in my sofa and ride. your opinions will give me guidance, I hope. Also, any tricks and tips on pulling the wiring through, as in all at once, a few at a time. Please help this RUSE RIDER. Thanks
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Re: help on choosing better handlebars.
« Reply #1 on: March 01, 2012, 06:52:29 AM »
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Re: help on choosing better handlebars.
« Reply #2 on: May 15, 2012, 08:44:40 AM »
Based on recommendations in this forum, I love the Wild1 12.5" Apes (W0502).  They give that extra 2-3" of pullback and are still below your shoulder so the blood doesn't leave your hands.  I went with these specifically so I wouldn't have to extend the wiring.  Not sure how you are built, but this allows me to have my arms bent a bit and still use the driver's backrest and were absolutely perfect.

Now, as far as wiring I'm not going to be much help since I had somebody do it for me when I changed the cams and went with the Fullsac kit.  Based on his feedback of "several frickin' hours" I'm glad I paid him.  I think I would have had choice words doing it myself.  He said there was enough distance, but there are a TON of wires in there which made feeding them a challenge.  Also, be careful not to pinch the wires at the neck area where they feed into the bars.
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Re: help on choosing better handlebars.
« Reply #3 on: June 21, 2012, 08:18:29 PM »
I completely agree with Mogulbumm...on all accounts...

My bike is about 14 months old...over 20,000 miles...all mine.


I go on long rides, and my 12.5" Wild ones are very comfortable....but were a fricken bish to wire.

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Re: help on choosing better handlebars.
« Reply #4 on: June 22, 2012, 12:37:32 AM »
I also have the 502's on my SERGC and they fixed my problem as well. I am 6.2 with only a 31 inseam and short arms. The stock bars just didn't work for me even after I put on  a Danny Grey Air Hawk with a drivers backrest. Just a couple of inches too low and far away... I was worried about screwing up the looks with a handlebar swap but no doubt, they definitely look better and feel amazing. All back and shoulder pain gone!! Did have to change out cables though
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