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Old Jun 6, 2011 | 10:51 AM
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I received my 13" Gangster Apes (Carlini) for my '04 Fatboy the other day and am gathering the remainder of the parts needed to install. I am looking for info on how to measure the throttle cables and brake lines. Any tips out there?
 
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I received my 13" Gangster Apes (Carlini) for my '04 Fatboy the other day and am gathering the remainder of the parts needed to install. I am looking for info on how to measure the throttle cables and brake lines. Any tips out there?
+6 on clutch, throttle, & idle cables. IIRC, its 50" for the brake line.
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Old Jun 7, 2011 | 07:57 AM
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Thanks!
I'll check these out. I'm looking into running the brake line through the bars with either a hard-line tubing (simular to the stock lines) or a smaller braided line. No clutch to worry about- running a foot clutch set up on this ride.
 
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Are you using their risers too? They will certainly add to the appearance.
 
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I got the stepped bars so I can use the stock risers. I wasn't sure if 13" would be enough and wanted the ability to go with taller risers without laying down too much more $$.
 
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