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Old 11-05-2018, 03:31 PM
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Hey guys new to this forum, I’ve been a part of another Harley forum for about a month and no one responding and or commenting on new feeds. Just wanted to know what does everyone recommend for getting ape hangers on a bike. Likes or dislikes and which one you like. I ride a 2007 Flxh Street Glide and wanted to see what fits on my bike thank you all.
 
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Welcome to the forum. You should introduce yourself in the new member area first before posting your first question
 
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Dang the new OP is in contempt already. Welcome to the Forum. Lots of members run apes here but I am not one of them. Someone will comment directly I am sure.
 
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Apes are a personal thing. Not everyone is going to like them. I do. The one piece of advice I'd give anyone about apes is - don't knock 'em until you've tried 'em.

As to size, or style, well that's entirely dependent upon your size and your tastes, respectively.

My apes make this the most comfortable bike I've owned - and I've had a few.

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My ‘99 Road King came with these apes, and to the best of my knowledge they’re LA Choppers ‘Nice Curves’ 12” bars. They’re just below my shoulder in height and feel good, though I’ve been looking at Beach Bars lately as a replacement.
 
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Yeah I’m looking at 16 inch apes. I have very long arms so it won’t be too harsh. Just trying to find a pair that works with my Harley is confusing. Never owned a Harley, so don’t know too much about it. As in the measurements and all and what can fit and what can not. They are not cheap but not expensive, but would like to order ones that’s fit then have to send them back.
 
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Yeah I’m looking at 16 inch apes. I have very long arms so it won’t be too harsh. Just trying to find a pair that works with my Harley is confusing. Never owned a Harley, so don’t know too much about it. As in the measurements and all and what can fit and what can not. They are not cheap but not expensive, but would like to order ones that’s fit then have to send them back.
It isn't measured by the length of your arms, but really the length of your torso. You want some just below your shoulders at the most.
 
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I've had apes on road kings, ultra's and road glides. The kings are probably best looking with apes. You'll adjust pretty quick to riding with them, if you ride twisties hard, I probably wouldnt recomment them. Outside of that, they are comfy and adjusted correctly, take a lot of strain off your wrist/shoulders. And of course they look cool.
 
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Best thing I've seen is one of the members here mocked up apes using PVC pipe. He made different sizes and found what he liked that way. Little bit of time and money well spent in my opinion. I tried to find the thread but wasn't able to. Sorry
 
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Apes are a personal thing. Not everyone is going to like them. I do. The one piece of advice I'd give anyone about apes is - don't knock 'em until you've tried 'em.

As to size, or style, well that's entirely dependent upon your size and your tastes, respectively.

My apes make this the most comfortable bike I've owned - and I've had a few.
Xactly.

Calini bars are the best imo.
 
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