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Apr 14, 2009 | 01:31 PM

DSnoopy

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The Sweet Spot

So I was running my bars verticle, and felt like I was pulling a little too much. But I also got mid back pain when I had the bars in the stock position. So I brought them back about 1.5 inches from verticle. And HOLY CRAP!!! I never knew I could be this comfortable and relaxed, yet flexible for turns and swerves, etc. Amazing how a few inches can really make a difference. So I guess I found the perfect ratio of bars:seat:foot controls.

Went for an hour ride yesterday and it may have been the most enjoyable ride I've ever been on. Damn near spiritual.

Anyone know what I'm talking about???

Apr 14, 2009 | 01:48 PM

PigInaBlanket

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Yep a few inches makes a difference that's what I told my wife anyways...

Apr 14, 2009 | 01:48 PM

maddghost

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I feel ya man good for you!

Apr 14, 2009 | 01:49 PM

SC-Longhair

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Originally Posted by DSnoopy

Amazing how a few inches can really make a difference.

That's what she said. lol

Apr 14, 2009 | 03:03 PM

r00k

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Yeah, It's all about dialing it in.

It's like night and day isn't it?

Apr 14, 2009 | 04:26 PM

firefighter3666

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My stock mini apes were uncomfortable when I first got the bike. I adjusted them back a bit, and it made all the difference. I love the look of vertical apes, it just wasn't comfortable.