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Feb 24, 2021 | 08:05 AM

Va3p0r

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From: Sanford Florida

Bar Height

So, I know this topic has probably been beaten to death, so for that I apologize.

I am wanting to put bars on my 17' FLSTFBS. I am 5'4'' and am having difficulty finding a fatboy s with bars between 12'' and 14'' to try out for fit. Any suggestions or assistance would be appriciated.

Feb 24, 2021 | 01:09 PM

NoRegerts

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From: Texas Hill Country

If you're on the fence between the two, get the 14s. My opinion is worth what you paid. !4s in my sig. At 5'4" I'd imagine your arms are shorter than mine as I'm 6'. These bars put my hands just above my shoulders as a point of reference.

Feb 24, 2021 | 02:09 PM

RANGER73

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From: Beyond Fucital

Do the broomstick test.
Get a friend to measure from your top clamp to where you feel comfortable holding the broomstick.

Feb 24, 2021 | 02:25 PM

Va3p0r

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From: Sanford Florida

Strangely enough, my arm length would surprise you at 5'4'' I have the arm length of someone who is 5'10'', God decided to make me a chimp.

Feb 24, 2021 | 02:39 PM

HD_fan

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As RIPBiker said, go for the 14. People are so scared to go big. I'm 5'7".Ive got 16 with 3"riser. All day for me,been to Los Angeles and back a few times now...no problem.