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Old Mar 20, 2017 | 11:26 AM
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How's it going all , well I'm still working on making my 2011 FATBOY LO more comfortable for me and I like he looks and feel of the tbars looking for ideas suggestions on this , money don't come easy for me so curious on what heigh bars I can put on without changing cables . I like the street slammer bars and been told there is still some room left and those have a 7" riser and almost 6" pull back can I go 8" riser ? IDEAS SUGGESTIONS any thing helps I seen DemonCylcles Has a bunch of bars but heard bad reviews on here
 

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Take what you are told about cables fitting with high bars along with a great big pinch of salt! While many members get new bars to work without a change of cables etc, there are plenty who got tripped up over fit. There is no guarantee of success. With your last question you are already being too ambitious. If cash is tight then don't start! You can adjust your bars and probably get a more comfortable riding position at nil cost, until you can afford to spend.

As for your bike, you should get more help in the Softail section, where there are plenty of FBLO owners. You are not the first to ask this question!
 
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