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Old Mar 24, 2018 | 08:50 AM
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I have a 2006 softail heritage classic. Im 5'11 so im lookin to upgrade my handlebars from stock to 14" or 16" or something to be around shoulder height or a little above. Whats going to be more comfortable? Whats a good brand/ company to go with? What looks the best? Just need some opinions or ideas.
 
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Originally Posted by Lakefish
I have a 2006 softail heritage classic. Im 5'11 so im lookin to upgrade my handlebars from stock to 14" or 16" or something to be around shoulder height or a little above. Whats going to be more comfortable? Whats a good brand/ company to go with? What looks the best? Just need some opinions or ideas.
Wild Ones.

Go 16, they should fit you perfect
 
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Old Mar 24, 2018 | 09:56 AM
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Ill check them out. Thanks
 
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Wild Ones.

Go 16, they should fit you perfect
I'm the same height that the OP is and I'll 2nd both your comments because that is the same combo that I used on my Springer and it worked out just great.
 
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Originally Posted by SPRINGER
I'm the same height that the OP is and I'll 2nd both your comments because that is the same combo that I used on my Springer and it worked out just great.
sounds good. Thanks alot
 
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If you like the feel of your stock bars, it would be cheaper and easier to go with 2 1/2" risers. Anything over that you are changing cables and wiring. JMO.
 

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Originally Posted by b bop n bob
If you like the feel of your stock bars, it would be cheaper and easier to go with 2 1/2" risers. Anything over that you are changing cables and wiring. JMO.
i do like the stock bars just wanted more hieght. Gonna check into that, thanks!
 
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