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Bent bars from a tow?

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Old Jun 7, 2011 | 01:33 PM
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Rear tire was flat, so needed a tow to get it replaced. Didn't see the guy cinch down the bars, but when we got to the dealership, the bars really moved when he released the strap. Now, maybe I'm just being paranoid, but it seems like my bars are angled down just a little more than they were before. Is this likely, or is it all in my head after seeing those bars move when released? If so, is there anything I can do? They're the stock bars on my '11 FXDC. Thanks!
 
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If you can't tell by looking and comparing one side with the other, sit on a new one at the dealership and compare. They may not be bent, if the bar clamps were not tight enough they could have moved.
 
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