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Old May 24, 2020 | 08:50 AM
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I have an 06 Deluxe, and my handebar risers keep twisting out of alignment. I can't get them tight enough because, I think, the rubber inserts won't allow it. Can I remove those inserts to get a solid connection with the risers? BTY I have 12 " apes with a 4" risers. Also so there's no confusion, the handlebars are tight it twists at the risers and the top tree.



 
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Old May 24, 2020 | 09:39 AM
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Stock rubber bushings are worn out. Common problem. Replace with polyurethane or solid bushings. Both are inexpensive and will firm things up.
 
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Ditch those stock bushings and buy poly .
 
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