Mini Apes
#41
11-16-2016, 10:40 AM
#42
11-18-2016, 07:35 AM
How did you thread the Throttle and switch cable? I have taken apart the plug on the throttle cable but not sure how to (or if I need to) take apart the other switch. There has to be a better way than what I have attempted thus far. I almost just said "screw it" and ran the switch cable on the outside. I really want to do this proper though.
#43
11-21-2016, 07:56 AM
Well, chalk one up to experience now. I need a new right control cable. I am having a heck of a time routing that under the lever clamp. It seems easy but I have managed to pinch and cut a few wires. Have to take it all apart and put a new cable in. Of course, the throttle by wire cable has to come out with it so JOY! Now that I am comfortable with taking the connectors off the ends it shouldn't be that big of a deal. I am going to be so ready to help friends now. Oh, I need a new front fender now too. That is awesome.
#44
11-21-2016, 11:07 AM
How did you thread the Throttle and switch cable? I have taken apart the plug on the throttle cable but not sure how to (or if I need to) take apart the other switch. There has to be a better way than what I have attempted thus far. I almost just said "screw it" and ran the switch cable on the outside. I really want to do this proper though.
#45
11-21-2016, 11:35 AM
No worries, I figured it out. I had to take all the plug ends off but it wasn't that hard to do and I didn't mess anything up doing it. I did learn that even though the guy in the video says you can lean your fairing back and it won't fall, it can. It's all part of doing something for the first time, definitely a learning curve.
#46
11-21-2016, 11:53 AM
#47
11-21-2016, 01:47 PM
I have a guy I am taking my bars to now. He is going to fix the wiring and shrink wrap as well as a few other things that they do to make sure there isn't any problem with wiring. Things I cannot do or I would attempt them. Same guy will also be fixing the fender, a much bigger issue. Either way, I should have this back up and running after this weekend.
This could be easy if you have experience doing it. I did get it all done and back together, just clamped a wire when attaching the front brake lever and reservior. Taking it all back apart was a lot faster the second time. If I had to do it again I would take the front fender off just in case.
#48
11-26-2016, 08:36 AM
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Here is a word of advice based on what I learned the hard way. If you read through these forums you'll find a lot of input from guys who just love the various mini-ape handlebars. If they truly do work for them, more power to them.
I was trying to solve a problem with hand numbness on a 2014 Ultra Limited. i read all the mini-ape feedback on here, then talked to my dealer. "Oh yeah, that will definitely help" they said. Biggest mistake I have ever made on modifying my motorcycle, other than the time i tried to set the timing on my BSA441 by ear!
Make sure you consider the tip-to-tip measurement on the handle bars. The HD mini-apes are not only higher but about 4" wider. You will not only be reaching up but also farther apart, which is a consideration in low-speed control situations. If you are built like an orangutan, no problem. For me with a 32" sleeve length it just didn't work.
I was trying to solve a problem with hand numbness on a 2014 Ultra Limited. i read all the mini-ape feedback on here, then talked to my dealer. "Oh yeah, that will definitely help" they said. Biggest mistake I have ever made on modifying my motorcycle, other than the time i tried to set the timing on my BSA441 by ear!
Make sure you consider the tip-to-tip measurement on the handle bars. The HD mini-apes are not only higher but about 4" wider. You will not only be reaching up but also farther apart, which is a consideration in low-speed control situations. If you are built like an orangutan, no problem. For me with a 32" sleeve length it just didn't work.
#49
11-28-2016, 08:04 AM