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Those are cool handlebars, but they sure are proud of 'em. My dealer once quoted me about $1500 for an ape install with everything included, but that's in Japan. I'm betting it's still going to be well over a grand in the U.S. for everything. ABS, hydraulic clutch...don't even think I'd want to tackle the job myself on a newer bike...
Yeah i remeber the days on my older bikes when i use to do the work myself. Now with all the goodies on the newer Harleys a handle bar change is a pita... Im have a feeling your right. Probably end up being about $1,200 bucks. Im going to call and see. Crazy how much Harley nickel and dimes you. Sometimes its cheaper just to buy that $26k CVO if its done just the way you like already. I really like the Pro Street Breakout. Slip on mufflers is all that bike needs. But i do love my Fatboy. But just to do the mods on it isnt going to be cheap. Bars, exhaust, Arlen ness air cleaner, tuner, custom paint maybe. And thats the short list.
Turn your own wrenches and save $$$$$. Just a matter of doing a little research on what lines, wires and cables need to be extended. Get all the needed parts together, grab a buddy and a 12 pk or two and go to town it.
cost of the bars + Burly Ape kit off of ebay for $155 = done
i literally just did this over the weekend
Exactly how I did mine as well. Yours would be different because of the Hydro clutch but if you go to the bars on the Harley page, the instructions will tell you every part number you need to do it yourself. I bought my bars from Newcastle and saved $100 off the list price.
It isn't rocket science. But if someone has not the skills mechanically then do yourself a favor and pay someone to do it. Some instances not having all the tools may be a reason to pay a shop...but for me the hassle of bringing it to the shop and the fear they will damage something else in careless handling has me investing in the tools needed. Plus usually I enjoy working on my stuff along with the satisfaction of doing the job and knowing its done right. The savings in $$ is very sweet too.
Turn your own wrenches and save $$$$$. Just a matter of doing a little research on what lines, wires and cables need to be extended. Get all the needed parts together, grab a buddy and a 12 pk or two and go to town it.
exactly....working on your own bike is great entertainment and stress relief (most of the time!)
Exactly how I did mine as well. Yours would be different because of the Hydro clutch but if you go to the bars on the Harley page, the instructions will tell you every part number you need to do it yourself. I bought my bars from Newcastle and saved $100 off the list price.
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Harley Fat chisel handlebars total install price? Fatboy.
