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Old Jan 4, 2024 | 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by 18FXFBS
I just receive my Fat drag handlebar which is 1.25" and I need the shims for the 1.5" risers, Harley does not sell these anymore. Anyone has a set they want to sell, or have an idea as to where I can get one? What other options are there?
Know anybody at a machine shop?
 
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Old Jan 4, 2024 | 11:13 AM
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I do, maybe an aluminum tube 1.5" OD, 1.25" ID will work, split it in half and cut it to length?
 
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Originally Posted by 18FXFBS
I do, maybe an aluminum tube 1.5" OD, 1.25" ID will work, split it in half and cut it to length?
Aluminum is too soft, in my opinion. However, some risers kits use aluminum.
 

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Old Jan 4, 2024 | 11:45 AM
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I was also thinking of using a steel split bushing, but someone said the torque used for the raisers may not be enough to fully compress it and get a good grip on the bar
I don't even know what the HD shims are made of, some sort of plastic?

 

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Old Jan 4, 2024 | 12:13 PM
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Originally Posted by 18FXFBS
I just received my Fat drag handlebar which is 1.25" and I need the shims for the 1.5" risers, Harley does not sell these anymore. Anyone has a set they want to sell, or have an idea as to where I can get one? What other options are there?

I just bought a set from rolling thunder HD in New Zealand.Thanks for the heads up.I have a bar to go on but thought they'd be orderable forever.
 
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Old Jan 4, 2024 | 12:15 PM
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Originally Posted by 18FXFBS
I just received my Fat drag handlebar which is 1.25" and I need the shims for the 1.5" risers, Harley does not sell these anymore. Anyone has a set they want to sell, or have an idea as to where I can get one? What other options are there?

These guys have a set but you'll have to find out if they ship to the US
https://www.harleyshop.co.nz/products/55800789
 
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Old Jan 4, 2024 | 12:15 PM
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@18FXFBS I would jump on these on Ebay. Seller should be able to ship from Australia to you. $60 USD

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Old Jan 4, 2024 | 12:34 PM
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So they really did kill the Fab Bob for 2024? Sad.
I don’t think so. The fat bob is available on the Dutch website in two colors. The billard grey and vivid black. We will see…
 
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also available in France in two colors for 2024, but perhaps they cut it in the US like they did last year for the Sport Glide still available in Europe this year and in 2024...
it's a real shame to stop all these models over time...
 
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Old Jan 4, 2024 | 01:54 PM
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It also shows in Mexico in Billiard Gray and Vivid Black for 2024. I think is crazy it will sell there but not in the US.
 
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