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Slim (FLS) springer conversion need handlebar help

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Old 12-11-2015, 09:04 AM
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I can't help with the bars, but I will give 2 thumbs way up for the Springer front end on a Slim. Looking at your Bike, HD should have built one for us! Awesome! Hope you get the bars fitted just like in your photo.

I would love to see that front end on my Slim with my '29 style seat and flush seat pan.


 
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Old 12-11-2015, 03:12 PM
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Just pulled the trigger on paugcho speedster bars that replace the top clamp. Very excited. Will post pics once completed
 
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Old 12-12-2015, 09:30 AM
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I really like the look. I have a few questions if you dont mind.

Did you just reverse the front wheel (since the rotor is on the right side now)?
What are you going to use for a caliper?

Thanks!

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Old 12-13-2015, 08:09 PM
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I did have to reverse the front wheel. Custom cut the 3/4" axel spacer/sleeve, and machine out some of the hub to get the wider 3/4" bearings to seat like the stock ones. Going with a motto iron springer brake.
 
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Old 12-14-2015, 02:53 PM
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I wish I had some better shots of my bike just now, but I don't. I put a springer on my night train. I went with wild1's T bars and ran those for a few years, but I'm looking for something else.
I have to reach just a little too far. Not a huge fan of apes, but I thought some 10 inch jobs wouldn't be too obnoxious and maybe reduce my reach a bit.

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Love that look! Since the day I bought my Slim I've wanted to do a springer conversion.
I'm getting closer. Found a guy on YouTube who did one. How did you make out with the ABS sensor on the axle? Any tips would be appreciated!!
 
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Originally Posted by jerryrigged123
Love that look! Since the day I bought my Slim I've wanted to do a springer conversion.
I'm getting closer. Found a guy on YouTube who did one. How did you make out with the ABS sensor on the axle? Any tips would be appreciated!!
Doubt you get a response since Kiowa Pilot has not had any activity since 02-07-2017...

good luck,

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