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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 02:18 PM
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Is there a benefit in apes that are bigger in bar size? I have seen 1 inch, 1.25, and 1.5. Any benefit or is it just preference?
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 02:19 PM
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It's for looks. I think the thicker bars look better with the 49mm fork tubes.
 
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 02:22 PM
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They are always 1" where the controls and risers are... chubby rest...

IMO it looks better with thicker (chubby)...but it depends on the style on the bike..
 
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 02:23 PM
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Mine are 1.25"
 
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Old Feb 20, 2009 | 02:27 PM
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same as redbeard.. big apes for big forks. sprigner aplication should use (in my mind) smaler size bars ( in diameter). I also think large front wheels dont really look good, buts thats an other story.
 
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1.5 inch on a street bob pics? Maybe 12 or 14 inch?
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