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Old Jul 20, 2009 | 08:35 PM
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OK, I just installed my new handle bars. They are the Khrome Werks 300504+2 bars. Everything worked out OK except for the brake hose. The hose is very tight and I am afraid it will damage the line if I try to ride like this. Are there any suggestions what I might do? I have a long ride planned for the weekend and I am in a hurry to get this problem resolved. The clutch cable worked out great, the throttle cables are OK too (snug). The wiring is also a little tight. Do I drill holes in the new bar to install the wiring retainers or what? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks to all, Mike
 
Old Jul 20, 2009 | 08:50 PM
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One, I'd get the right size brake line (a longer one).

Two, are the bars made to be wired internally?
 
Old Jul 20, 2009 | 09:17 PM
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No, the bars have a recess in the bar for the wires to lay in (just like the old bars). Where might a man purchase a brake line and what do you think I need to ask for? Will it be necessary to remove the old line and measure it?
 
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