Handling...and Apes
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No.....BUT....
I started this post to ask for advice on a specific style of apes, (which I listed), as to how well THEY handle the curves, over my STOCK set-up......on MY bike....not another.....and not a different style...such as Drag bars........just a different style of apes.
I started this post to ask for advice on a specific style of apes, (which I listed), as to how well THEY handle the curves, over my STOCK set-up......on MY bike....not another.....and not a different style...such as Drag bars........just a different style of apes.
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I've got 14"s on my FXD & can touch down hard parts as easily as I could with the stock low-rise bars. It's a bit different feeling, leaning through a curve with ape, vs. being on top of the bike with lower bars, but it takes the twisties just the same. Am I little slower? I hope so. My days of rearsets, climbing around on the bike, weighting pegs, trail braking, etc. are far behind me. 14" apes & floorboards still let me go faster than I ought to.
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Back to my post. Bill at brs custom bars will make u bars however u want them. There's some measurements u do for.him to place your hands exactly where you want them. My bike handles fantastic. I have my hands place right at shoulder height so no tingling or numbing. Doesnt hurt to call him. But he will talk to you for 45 min lol
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Back to my post. Bill at brs custom bars will make u bars however u want them. There's some measurements u do for.him to place your hands exactly where you want them. My bike handles fantastic. I have my hands place right at shoulder height so no tingling or numbing. Doesnt hurt to call him. But he will talk to you for 45 min lol
If you don't mind, (and you may have stated this already), but what are the dimensions of your bars? Height, pullback, width (tip to tip), and width at base. Also, how tall are you?
I'm guessing that you liked the clean look of the New Wave 2 instead of the "thunbnail" of the New Wave 3? They look pretty cool too.
Last edited by lesplay; May 30, 2014 at 09:29 AM.
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kreeess,
Look at the Magnum Shielding website (https://www.magnumshielding.com/) and use the "Search by Bike" dropdowns, they have all the stock lengths and you should be able to figure out what you need from their charts. Also, search for deals... my Magnum stainless braided brake line was only $30.
Look at the Magnum Shielding website (https://www.magnumshielding.com/) and use the "Search by Bike" dropdowns, they have all the stock lengths and you should be able to figure out what you need from their charts. Also, search for deals... my Magnum stainless braided brake line was only $30.
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This has been a very helpful and informative Thread. Thanks for all the comments.
Anyone else...feel free to chime in.
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I just switched over to burly outlaw mini apes, and what an amazing difference. Not only in handling, but in the lack of back pain while riding!
I would have never thought ten inch apes with a 2 in riser would be so comfortable.
I would have never thought ten inch apes with a 2 in riser would be so comfortable.
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I just switched from stock, to Apes on my 2012 Fatbob, and can honestly say that the apes are more comfortable and definitely funner then stock, IMO. I've had two major back surgeries (two-level fusions) so I was kinda worried that the apes would eff with my back, but all went good.
If you're open to other apes, i'd highly recommend looking into the 16" LA Chopper "Tree Huggers", they are bad *** and definitely turns heads with the massive 1.5" diameter and CLEAN looks, due to the lack of additional risers (internal lug for adjustment). Like you, I searched for hours looking for just the right look, and they receive excellent reviews. Good luck!
If you're open to other apes, i'd highly recommend looking into the 16" LA Chopper "Tree Huggers", they are bad *** and definitely turns heads with the massive 1.5" diameter and CLEAN looks, due to the lack of additional risers (internal lug for adjustment). Like you, I searched for hours looking for just the right look, and they receive excellent reviews. Good luck!
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Oh, and by the way, I have found that my 16 inchers have greatly inproved handling and control (for me). I too am a parachute at speeds over 70 (unless the winds at my back, then I'm perfect).