So like most of you out there im not rich and i am saving up for new handle bars and new cables to go with it for my 2012 FatBob.
I got to thinking (trouble I know) What if I unbolt the raisers and put in a 1 inch spacer for the time being. Just to raise it up so my 6"5 butt does have to drop my shoulders to grab the bars.

So I did this and the cables aren't as lose as they were before but turning side to side I couldn't see the cables binding or stretching.

So the question is, Has anyone done this before? Is there an issue that im not seeing or have thought of? Something else or a better way to check to make sure im not stressing the cables? Any advice would be great. even just that 1 inch makes a difference but its not worth it if its gona cause a safety hazard for my wallet later on.

 

Can't say for sure on the Fat Bob but I would think you could get away with raising them an inch without worrying about the cables. I added 2" risers on my Street Bob without having to change cables.

 

2 inches or less...your cables should be fine. Any more than that & it depends.

 

I added a 2" spacer on my Wide Glide and the stock cables were fine.

Here's some info on newer Fatbobs: http://www.spacerjim.com/HarleySpacers.html

Looks like you'll be fine with a 1" spacer, but anything larger will require a new clutch cable.

 

Spacer Jim is a great dude to work with. Fast service and a great product. I did the 2" on my WG as well...

 

Hey thx that answers my question spot on. Thx again.

 

Glad to help! That's what this forum is all about when we're not arguing over 1% MCs, cop clubs, and which oil is the best.