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Old Mar 11, 2010 | 11:21 AM
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Hey im looking into getting some apes for my 08 train. I wondering if the guys who have apes could tell me how the handling is. I have the stock drag bars now and like the aggressive style. I want to make sure that i can still mob on corners. Post some pics with you train with apes too.
 
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Old Mar 11, 2010 | 11:29 AM
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i don't have a train but i've got to tell you that last year i thought i was going to be a drag bars type of guy for life. on the very first ride home with my apes, my opinion changed.

apes are not only sweet looking but you can still be aggressive on corners and look way cooler while doing it. lolol

go for it.
 
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Old Mar 11, 2010 | 11:39 AM
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Wouldn't go more than 16" I think they look funny. I've only got 14" of rise on mine but, I think they are killer. Saves my fuggd up back too.
 
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Old Mar 11, 2010 | 12:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Lundee
Wouldn't go more than 16" I think they look funny. I've only got 14" of rise on mine but, I think they are killer. Saves my fuggd up back too.
What kind of bars do you have? Like the look.......
 
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Old Mar 11, 2010 | 12:41 PM
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I dont care about the ride i just want to look like a bad mother-*****...LMAO

Just kidding..im like Alain i had drag bars and Apes will change your outlook quick i love mine !!!
 
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Old Mar 11, 2010 | 01:30 PM
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Those bars are awesome Lundee...what brand? Website?
 
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Old Mar 11, 2010 | 01:40 PM
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monkey bars from yaffe i think
 
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Old Mar 11, 2010 | 02:10 PM
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Apes are way more comfy and come with a whole lot of attitude. Changes the way you feel when roll up to a light in a good way!!!

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Old Mar 11, 2010 | 02:30 PM
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Thanks for the input it sounds like I can't go wrong with apes. I saw that Harley just came out with new apes as well. But I really like those Yaffe bars as well.
 
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Old Mar 11, 2010 | 03:45 PM
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Yup Paul Yaffe monkey bars. Be fore-warned they don't come drill/dimpled or painted and they are way over priced.
 
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