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Old Sep 25, 2016 | 10:23 PM
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Is there really a $150 difference in these risers?
The Biltwell looks more sturdy with the one piece base, but is it worth $150? Thanks for the advice or opinions.

$50 J&P Cycles Straight Riser Set
http://www.jpcycles.com/product/5000415




$200 Biltwell Inc. Murdock Chrome 4" Risers
http://www.jpcycles.com/product/210-933
 
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Old Sep 25, 2016 | 11:07 PM
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Your bike, your money, your choice.
 
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Yes, there is a $150 difference. The first one costs $50 and the second one costs $200.
 
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Originally Posted by S.D.M.F
Your bike, your money, your choice.
Thanks for useful answer ( ).
 
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Originally Posted by americanworkmule
Thanks for useful answer ( ).
What were you hoping for?
 
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Originally Posted by Prot
Yes, there is a $150 difference. The first one costs $50 and the second one costs $200.

That's quite amusing ___ but not my style, especially since I did not nor am I doing anything illegal.

I am just curious is all.

 
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Originally Posted by S.D.M.F
What were you hoping for?

same as you were when you post questions...

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/softa...l#post14691249
 
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Originally Posted by americanworkmule
same as you were when you post questions...

https://www.hdforums.com/forum/softa...l#post14691249
You asked for opinions....i gave mine.

The Biltwell one is in my opinion better quality, therefore more expensive.
$150 better? that's for you the consumer to decide.
 
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Buy cheap buy twice.

The Biltwell looks better quality.
 
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Old Sep 27, 2016 | 05:27 PM
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Originally Posted by uklauren
Buy cheap buy twice.

The Biltwell looks better quality.

Why would I have to buy the budget priced one twice?

What makes the Biltwell (not just looks) better quality ? That is essentially what I'm asking.
 
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