i need some handlebar sizing advice
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i need some handlebar sizing advice
I want to put these bars on my 2014- 48. the stock 48's are 30" wide. I called the shop and was told these bars are 33" point to point. Up 4". Back 6".
my question is will I be able to keep the stock cables? or do I need to upgrade with longer cables? does the extra 3" width mean I have to get new cables?
i'd rather not have to get all new cables as these bars aren't cheap, and i'll have to pay to have them put on as I am not very good wrenching myself, which with installing new cables can be a lot of money with labor.
so can someone please educate me based on these specs
my question is will I be able to keep the stock cables? or do I need to upgrade with longer cables? does the extra 3" width mean I have to get new cables?
i'd rather not have to get all new cables as these bars aren't cheap, and i'll have to pay to have them put on as I am not very good wrenching myself, which with installing new cables can be a lot of money with labor.
so can someone please educate me based on these specs
Last edited by scottylonebull; Oct 27, 2015 at 06:47 PM.
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Road Master
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ok, cool. that's what I was hoping. tx
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Swapping bars without having to change cables is a very easy job.. I know you said you weren't much of a wrencher.. This would be a fun little project to do on your own.. Im a decent wrencher and my bar swap was done in under 30 min.. In fact I spent more time wandering around looking for my Allen key to unbolt the bars than anything else..
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Swapping bars without having to change cables is a very easy job.. I know you said you weren't much of a wrencher.. This would be a fun little project to do on your own.. Im a decent wrencher and my bar swap was done in under 30 min.. In fact I spent more time wandering around looking for my Allen key to unbolt the bars than anything else..
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I am a beginner wrencher and do most of the mods myself. My handlebar was slightly narrower with a lot more pullback so I was not certain if I needed to extend or change my throttle and/or brake cables. I had the dealerships do mine since I did not want to fuss with cables in the event it needed to be extended or replaced....just peace of mine and to expedite the install (since they have the necessary cables in stock). I believe if you need to recable then the install will get a little more difficult....but that is just me. They did not have to extend/replace so cost was minimal to replace the handlebars...if I recall a one hour charge. If you are certain you do not need to fuss with the cables, then you probably can do it yourself. If you may need cables and not knowledgeable on how to replace or extend and adjust, get professional help since it is a safety issue with brake and throttle. Just my opinion....good luck!
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Get the bars and hold them over your bike, you should be sure right then if the cables will reach.. I think they will.. Then take your time and pay attention.. If it gets too hard or you hit a snag just reverse steps and take it to the shop .. You can do it bro!
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I am a beginner wrencher and do most of the mods myself. My handlebar was slightly narrower with a lot more pullback so I was not certain if I needed to extend or change my throttle and/or brake cables. I had the dealerships do mine since I did not want to fuss with cables in the event it needed to be extended or replaced....just peace of mine and to expedite the install (since they have the necessary cables in stock). I believe if you need to recable then the install will get a little more difficult....but that is just me. They did not have to extend/replace so cost was minimal to replace the handlebars...if I recall a one hour charge. If you are certain you do not need to fuss with the cables, then you probably can do it yourself. If you may need cables and not knowledgeable on how to replace or extend and adjust, get professional help since it is a safety issue with brake and throttle. Just my opinion....good luck!
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Good luck.
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