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Old Jun 21, 2019 | 04:57 AM
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Hey I was wondering if I could get away with adding 2” riser extensions with a stock bar set up and not have to change any cables. I have a ‘11 fxdc with the buckhorn bars. I know there is some variability there but was wondering if anyone has done this with an all stock setup. Thanks
 
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Old Jun 21, 2019 | 05:39 AM
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I have not done this but there should be enough slack that you shouldn't have any problems …
 
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Old Jun 21, 2019 | 06:08 AM
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I own a 2013 FXDC and added a riser with no problem. It raised the bars up and back a bit. Made a world of difference.
 
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Old Jun 21, 2019 | 06:39 AM
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Fair amount of slack in all of the cables and wiring, I would assume 2" would work out with limited drama. Good luck.
 
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Old Jun 21, 2019 | 01:17 PM
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2" should be fine

I think its when you start adding 3" plus you have to worry
 
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No idea what you are riding... You will have no issues going up two inches. There's enough slack.

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Old Jun 21, 2019 | 03:22 PM
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Thank you for the info guys. I will be buying some from DK soon then. It will be an easier way to get some height without messing with much.
 
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Originally Posted by Antonio *****
I own a 2013 FXDC and added a riser with no problem. It raised the bars up and back a bit. Made a world of difference.
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Don't forget to buy longer 'riser bolts' !
 
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Originally Posted by beanoboy
Don't forget to buy longer 'riser bolts' !

If he buys from DK, longer bolts come with the extensions.I bought 2" extensions to go with my 5 inch risers. And the longer bolts came with the extensions. On a side note; if you have stock risers you need the fat riser extensions. As the others work with 1" risers.
 
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