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Old Oct 21, 2011 | 08:06 AM
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I rode the 2012 Lo for a short ride and didn't find the bars that great a difference from my 2011, be it a small amount. I was hoping the Street Slammers would be more of relaxed grip over stock.
 
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Old Oct 21, 2011 | 03:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Leech1107
Even with ABS? If that is true with 2012 bars should not need a new brake line, pull back is only increased by 3-3.5". But i am no expert. I do fully agree with the 2012 bars being much more comfortable.
Pullback on 2012 bar is 1.5" more along with another 1.5" wider and 3"higher. It all adds up and = new brake line.
 
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Old Oct 21, 2011 | 03:22 PM
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Originally Posted by flstfblo11
I rode the 2012 Lo for a short ride and didn't find the bars that great a difference from my 2011, be it a small amount. I was hoping the Street Slammers would be more of relaxed grip over stock.
True about not a huge difference in the bars but enough for me to get some bend in my elbows. 800 miles on my 2012 bars and no more sore elbows from them locking up.
 
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Old Oct 23, 2011 | 09:03 PM
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Would those of us without ABS still need the new brake line?
 
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Old Oct 23, 2011 | 11:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Toonz
Would those of us without ABS still need the new brake line?
I can't answer that one for you. It depends on how much play you have in your brake line.
 
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