New to the Forum. I have an 08 Wide Glide with some minor modifications done to it. I am on the taller side (6'3") and I have 14" Apes and 2" risers on my bike and I don't like how far forward I have my handlebars in relation to the rake of the front end. Makes somewhat of a "V" shape. I will not dump the apes so I am wondering if its possible to reduce the rake on it? Or swap the trees out for a street bob or newer FXDWG (heard they have less rake?). She will have some work done to her this coming winter, slowly going to start phasing out the chrome so I am sure I will have more questions to come.
Current Upgrades: S&S 583 Cam, V&H Pro Pipe, Dyno Tuned. Just ordered the Cycle Visions Eliminator Tail Light, Le Pera Solo Seat, Burly 1" Drop, 2" Extensions for the Forward Controls. Hope to have them on before Street Vibes next week.

 

Not exactly what you asked for, but maybe some carlini menace apes can allow you to stay close to your current hand position and still reduce the V shape you dislike.

 

Much appreciated. Those are actually on my next to purchase list, I love those Carlini's. How do you think would lowering the front and putting a bigger wheel on it? You think that would make the rake less dramatic?

 

I have 08 fat bob trees new never installed and want wide glide trees , if interested in a possible trade PM me. Fat Bob trees same rake as SB but same width as the WG.

 

How do I PM you? I can't find a link to send a message. You can email me if you prefer - ken@theholmgrens.com

 

The rake is the best part of the WG....why not just adjust your bars back towards you?

 

Because I have long ape arms. I don't like my elbows tucked into my ribs. I think I screwed the ergonomics of the bike up with I rolled the handlebars forward because she likes to walk all over the highway at high speeds. I think the line of the bars should not break the tree plane, if you know what I mean. I bought the WG for the rake, but riding style/comfort is making me think I should change it. I'll try the Carlini's for now and mess around with a few adjustments and see if that helps.