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Old 02-25-2011 | 10:09 PM
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Got everything installed and torqued down today, after three trips to the dealership. I went with the HD apes and the Diamond Back clutch cable and brake lines. I cannot believe how comfortable this bike is now, I have more control over the bike during cornering also. I am really impressed with the look and the feel best purchase so far.
 
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Old 02-25-2011 | 10:35 PM
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Congratulations on the new mod. Looks good.
 
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Old 02-25-2011 | 10:44 PM
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bike looks real nice, those bars really fit the look of your bike, I just put some chubby 575s on my bike, love them, feel so much better than stock!
 
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Old 02-25-2011 | 10:45 PM
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Congratulations on the new mod. Looks good.
Thanks It was well worth it.
 
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Old 02-25-2011 | 10:47 PM
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Originally Posted by porkchopsd
bike looks real nice, those bars really fit the look of your bike, I just put some chubby 575s on my bike, love them, feel so much better than stock!
Yea I dont know why HD puts any other handlebar on their touring bikes, anyone over 6" tall should have some ape hangers.
 
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Old 02-25-2011 | 10:59 PM
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I am 5 9 so I just needed a little bit more pull back but I know what you mean, if you are over 6 ft you look like you are on a tricycle with the stock bars, got to stretch out some.
 
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Old 02-26-2011 | 06:01 AM
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looks good, enjoy the power steering effect
 
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Old 02-26-2011 | 08:13 AM
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Looks good. I would push them forwards a bit.
 
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Old 02-26-2011 | 09:21 AM
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Originally Posted by fireaxxe
Got everything installed and torqued down today, after three trips to the dealership. I went with the HD apes and the Diamond Back clutch cable and brake lines. I cannot believe how comfortable this bike is now, I have more control over the bike during cornering also. I am really impressed with the look and the feel best purchase so far.
Those bars look great- congratulations. What size are the bars? I've been looking to lessen the reach to my stock bars as well.
 
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Old 02-26-2011 | 09:43 AM
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Originally Posted by SG_Dave
Looks good. I would push them forwards a bit.

I am thinking about doing that. That will give me a few more inches, not like I need them.
 


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