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Old Aug 25, 2014 | 02:48 PM
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Thinking about installing 2" spacers on my 09 Fatbob. Was wondering if anyone has had experience with them and how difficult to install.
 
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Old Aug 25, 2014 | 02:55 PM
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Originally Posted by mijogab
Thinking about installing 2" spacers on my 09 Fatbob. Was wondering if anyone has had experience with them and how difficult to install.


I have that exact setup on my 09 fatbob, it took 5 minutes to install and I love them. I did order longer bolts to replace the stock ones. Just take out the stock bolts, put the spacer in and bolt back up.
 
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Blots did not come with the risers? Are the bolts standard bolts from harley or hardware store?


Do the risers bring the handlebars a bit closer to your body>

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I ordered them from spacerjim.com, he had an option to include the bolts for a few dollars more.
 
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Thanks for the info.
 
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Due to the steering rake angle, any addition of spacers to the bar risers will result in the bars also moving back toward the rider. How much they move backward can be calculated using the dreaded maths.
 
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Update.... Put these on a few weeks ago. What a world of difference the 2" spacer makes. More comfortable and easier to steer...
 
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