there are extension kits/brackets out there, many of which are +2".

 

You are exactly right. My old 02 Custom came with forwards and drag bars. The Custom also has a tall riser. The drags still sucked. Try to find some decent risers. You'll probably have to replace some cables though. Not difficult but its more money.

 

But would it look weird? That your legs are stretched out but you're sitting straight up.

 

I would just like to say thanks to the OP. I basically had the same questions as her and this thread helped a lot.

 

I don't think it looked weird but then again, I didn't buy my bike with the intent of looking cool or anything like that. It was 100x more comfortable. Plus, judging by the pic by the OP, she'll look good regardless of the bike setup.

 

My drag bar goes way back, its the one that mthrfcknsullivan posted on page 1 of this thread. Anyway I think you're able to use the cables that you're using now. Works fine for me.

 

aww thanks guys! you've all been a great help. ive decided to straighten out the stock bars and get em as close to normal as possible and ride em like that for a while to help me figure out what i need to buy as far as comfort goes days away from it being on the road just waiting for my mirrors to get delivered. yayyy

 

Feel free to post more pictures of yourself