New Bars
New Bars
I have a 09 DL and have 1200 miles on it so far and was looking to upgrade the bars. Reason being is my shoulders get very stiff after about 2 hours of riding. Are there bars that would promote a more comfortable ride for the long haul?
Road Warrior
Joined: Apr 2009
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From: Southern Maryland
Have you tried adjusting your stock bars. But to answer your question yes there are numerous bars available for your bike to increase your comfort. Check H-D, Wild1/Chubby and Carlini just to name a few. Just check to see if you will need to replace cables and extend wires on whatever bars you may choose. Another thought might be a new seat.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2009
Posts: 1,333
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From: Jefferson, Oregon
This is my first HD too. I honestly thought Apes would be the most uncomfortable thing in the world, but I always loved the style. I gave them a shot.
At first, I did not like them much as I felt cramped. I read on here about guys adjusting them forward or rearward to gain more comfort.
I rolled by bars forward and bing! That was all it took.
So, X2 on adjusting your stock bars first. The seat is another area most address as I plan to as well. Also, pay attention to your foot/leg position as that can place more strain on your back/shoulder area.
Best to have someone take a picture of your posture/seating position and see what might be able to change for more comfort.
Good luck!
At first, I did not like them much as I felt cramped. I read on here about guys adjusting them forward or rearward to gain more comfort.
I rolled by bars forward and bing! That was all it took.
So, X2 on adjusting your stock bars first. The seat is another area most address as I plan to as well. Also, pay attention to your foot/leg position as that can place more strain on your back/shoulder area.
Best to have someone take a picture of your posture/seating position and see what might be able to change for more comfort.
Good luck!
Elite HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 4,440
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From: Northwest
Fat mini apes on my FXDC... very nice, short or long haul. Bars are 10.5" on 4" risers. Forward controls, and Mustange vintage wide solo, 1/2" shorter Progressive 412HD rear shocks
I'm 5'9" and this combination is very comfortable for me. I would suggest sitting on / getting to ride some bikes with different combinations... dealer would be the best source of bikes to check out/test ride.
I'm 5'9" and this combination is very comfortable for me. I would suggest sitting on / getting to ride some bikes with different combinations... dealer would be the best source of bikes to check out/test ride.
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