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Old Feb 13, 2011 | 04:56 PM
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Default Which handlebar risers?
Quick question for you Harley experts. I'm about 5' 9" and have an FXD. Looking to move back my handlebars so I can ride more comfortably. Have forward controls. Not sure how high and how much pull back I would need. Anyone got any suggestions?

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Old Feb 13, 2011 | 05:50 PM
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next week Ill have some 4 inch with pullback u can try putting 12 inch apes on mine. they are in signiture pick they helped.
 
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Old Feb 14, 2011 | 06:53 AM
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Thanks. That would be appreciated!

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Look at Wild 1s selections, several diff to choose from
 
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used a set of 2006 sportster custom risers and a set of 32" drag w/4" of pullback works great for me and im 5'8"
 
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I'm not familiar with "Wild1s"? Can you point me there with a URL? thanks.
 
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Same for me. 4" pulbacks with sportster bars. Far back enough and the sporty bars have the perfect angle got my wrists.
 
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I'm new at this. Do you mean 4" high and straight or 4" high with some pull back in the risers?
 
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Good question (I am the same height), as I have been contemplating for some time whether to go with just taller risers or z bars. I prefer to be in more of a straight up position while riding. I really like the look of z bars and I am leaning towards that one.
 
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