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Old Feb 8, 2015 | 03:03 PM
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89 Ultra Classic,Tall rider,Bought 2 sets of handle bars one set 16" one set 18".Is there one set of cables that will fit both sets?Is there a rule of thumb that can be used for cable length ordering so I can get a set that coming and bike ready to go when snow stops falling?Was told stock length plus 10 inches for 16"bars and stock length plus 12 inches for 18" bars?Any ideas or tips would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Bruce.
 
Old Feb 9, 2015 | 08:24 AM
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Subtract the difference in height of new bars from the stock bars. That's gonna be about how much length you need to add for clutch and throttle cables. Don't forget your wiring to your controls and front brake line.
 
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When you get it all figured out call Barnett. They make good cables.



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