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Old Nov 25, 2017 | 05:06 PM
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Greetings,
Anyone on here ever replaced their stock handlebars with reduced reach handlebars? If so, did you also have to replace the cables?
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Thanks for the help.
 
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Old Nov 25, 2017 | 06:21 PM
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I replaced the stock bars with the reduced reach bars on my '14 Limited. Didn't have to replace the clutch or brake lines, but did need extenders for some of the electrical. No issues with throttle, clutch, brakes, or grip warmers.
 
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I had them installed on my '09. Needed a longer clutch cable.
 
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Depends. On an old Schwinn no but on a Trek yes. What you got, a Cannondale?
 
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