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Old Apr 14, 2020 | 10:45 PM
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So putting my springer on, I realized my menace apes are wider than the forks towards the base. I like the bars, but not that mounting area. Any suggestions on something similar that would be a little narrower around the trees, must be 1.25”. Pic for attention.



 
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Old Apr 15, 2020 | 06:19 AM
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I have the Nash Gimp Hangers 18 inc for my Crossbone.
 
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^ great looking bike.
 
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Old Apr 17, 2020 | 09:08 AM
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Demon Cycles Diablo bars These are 14" 1.25 dia.
 
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When it comes to bars I always recommend wild 1 chubbys. American made and been around forever. Safe travels!
 
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Nash midget gimps, 12 inches. lines up with forks perfectly.
 
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I think they look great as is...
 
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