Riser advice needed-Superglide
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Road Master
Joined: Aug 2010
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From: Coeur d' alene, Idaho
Riser advice needed-Superglide
I just bought a 2013 Superglide. I am used to riding bikes with higher handlebars. I am also having forward controls put on it. The stock handlebar setup feels a bit low and away. Keep in mind I only have a 32" sleeve length. I think I need to install some risers and was thinking about 4" risers with the stock pullback bars. I was wondering if the straight or curved back risers would be better. Does anyone have any experience with this issue. Pictures would be great if you have them.
I have sat on a WG with straight risers and forward controls and it was pretty comfortable. Someone please weigh in.
I have sat on a WG with straight risers and forward controls and it was pretty comfortable. Someone please weigh in.
Tourer
Joined: May 2010
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From: The mitten state
I hate the angle of the buckhorn bars. I used 6 inch riser with 1 inch back and stock "duece" bars. (I had duece bars from my old Duece)
I did not need to change any wiring length, but did change the brake line guide.(reversed from inside to outside) Pic attched
I did not need to change any wiring length, but did change the brake line guide.(reversed from inside to outside) Pic attched
Road Captain
Joined: Oct 2010
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From: SC Lowcountry
Rivco risers. They will bring the bars up 1' and back 2". I have them on my 2010 FXDC & they made an unreal difference in comfort. A little pricey, but extremely well made.
http://www.rivcoproducts.com/product...8&cat=4&page=2
http://www.rivcoproducts.com/product...8&cat=4&page=2
Cruiser
Joined: Jun 2012
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From: NY
Rivco risers. They will bring the bars up 1' and back 2". I have them on my 2010 FXDC & they made an unreal difference in comfort. A little pricey, but extremely well made.
http://www.rivcoproducts.com/product...8&cat=4&page=2
http://www.rivcoproducts.com/product...8&cat=4&page=2
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Has anyone tried these on a 2011 FXDC? Found them for $128, about the same cost as Harley accessory ones. No changes needed on hoses, cables or wiring, according to the instructions...
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I have the same issue with the '01 FDX I just bought...the handlebars are too far forward and too wide. I went to the local dealer and checked out a few different setups on their used inventory until I found one that was just right. Ended up ordering a mini-ape with all the stuff to change it over. It's supposed to be good riding weather this weekend or I would be changing it out. I am off for the next two weeks so I have time to get some riding in beforehand. I will have to drag out the camera and get some before/after shots.
Road Captain
Joined: Oct 2010
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From: SC Lowcountry
They fit fine on my 2010 FXDC. All you have to do is re-route the wires behind the risers.