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Old Nov 8, 2019 | 11:33 PM
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I have a 2012 softail heritage, I changed the handlebar recently. I got new riser bushings, drag specialties 1 1/2” risers and the drag specialties big buffalo beach bar installed to the bike.. took it from the dealer ship and I noticed that the risers are off (not aligned) there is a slight tilt. We tried to align them but they stay the same.. is it possible that the problem is with the bushings or the handlebar? Though I had the same risers and the handlebar on my fatboy before I made the switch. The bushings are different. Need the help
dealer ship said u will get used to it but I have OCD I can’t c it and ignore it 🤦🏽‍♂️
 
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Old Nov 9, 2019 | 12:15 AM
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As you can see from the factory parts diagram some risers are tilted. You didn't specify which riser model you have, some photos showing what your seeing would help as well.


 
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Those risers with Arlen ness riser bushings
 
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That part number lists several bikes/makes but not for Harley https://www.dragspecialties.com/prod...umber=06020465
 
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These are the bars? https://www.dragspecialties.com/prod...umber=06014293
 
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Yes, but when I emailed them they told me that it works with harley’s specifically 1 1/2 handlebars..
one of the risers is off a little
 
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I can't see how that's possible unless they weren't installed correctly using all the parts.
I'll bet the inner sleeve is missing, part #12.
 
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I agree that those risers are not for Harleys.What bushings are you using?
 
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You have the wrong riser bushings.You need 08-005.
 
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