Softail Slim Handlebar and Riser Question
Softail Slim Handlebar and Riser Question
So been a couple years since I've been on here but after doing some research I need some help. I have picked up a 2017 Softail Slim (FLSS) in April since then put a couple miles on it but was thinking about different handlebar options.
Question 1. How would a 4" straight risers with drag bars look on the softail slim and feel for comfort?
Question 2. Would I have to replace the stock lines if I put the 4" risers on?
Question 3. Also thought about 6" straight risers probably have to change the stock lines for that.
Thank you.
Question 1. How would a 4" straight risers with drag bars look on the softail slim and feel for comfort?
Question 2. Would I have to replace the stock lines if I put the 4" risers on?
Question 3. Also thought about 6" straight risers probably have to change the stock lines for that.
Thank you.
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I would say the risers an drag bars would depend on your arm length...For me I think it'd be too far a reach to be comfortable...I'm looking at bars for my '15 slim an from what I've read an been told I can run up to 10" tall bars with the stock wires an brake line, not sure about a a hydro clutch line or the internal throttle wire though.
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Using 4.5" pull backs with stock cables
switching to streetslammers this winter they're 10" and almost 4" narrower and should fit. Bought them from a member here who had them on their Slim
switching to streetslammers this winter they're 10" and almost 4" narrower and should fit. Bought them from a member here who had them on their Slim
Ok thanks for the input guys. When I talked with a guy at the Harley shop he said I should be fine with the 4" straight risers not sure about 6" straight risers. Not looking to have any pullback.
The last sat time I changed out handlebars was on my 2012 Fatboy Lo and that was a pain. Not sure how this will go with the electric throttle and all.
The last sat time I changed out handlebars was on my 2012 Fatboy Lo and that was a pain. Not sure how this will go with the electric throttle and all.
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