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Looking to replace my handlebars with a set that has more pullback...any input?

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Old Nov 10, 2007 | 07:58 AM
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Default Looking to replace my handlebars with a set that has more pullback...any input?

Although I like the bars that came with my '08 1200 Low I would like more pullback, the width and angle of the handles are great I just want the bars to have more pullback to lessen the reach to the handles. Any help is appreciated!

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Old Nov 10, 2007 | 08:57 AM
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Default RE: Looking to replace my handlebars with a set that has more pullback...any input?

you could try to angle them more towards you, but it could just make them ackward to grab
 
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Old Nov 10, 2007 | 09:04 AM
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Default RE: Looking to replace my handlebars with a set that has more pullback...any input?

I had Buckhorns on my 03 Hugger & really liked them.
 
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Old Nov 10, 2007 | 09:05 AM
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Yeah! I already tried that and the angle on the grips aggravated my Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. That is why I am looking for the same bar jus more pull back.

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Old Nov 10, 2007 | 01:14 PM
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Old Nov 10, 2007 | 01:48 PM
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[sm=goodidea.gif] More info please!
 
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Old Nov 10, 2007 | 02:26 PM
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Yeah! I already tried that and the angle on the grips aggravated my Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. That is why I am looking for the same bar jus more pull back.

Thanks
Ouch, yeah My clutch messes with my wrist.

Well get the dimensions of your bar, and the width of the bar and search around. I think I heard that harley bars have notches in the metal for wires to run in, i dont know if you can only replace them with harley bars or what, though
 
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Old Nov 10, 2007 | 06:36 PM
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Default RE: Looking to replace my handlebars with a set that has more pullback...any input?

I just ordered the bars at the link below. My 02 has dragbars on it and I don't like the reach. I like the looks of drag bars but not real comfortable.

I ordered the new barsfrom Chicago Harley for $39. I'll be selling my drag bars along with brand new Kuryakin ISO's when I get the new bars on. I'll let you and everyone else how it goes. They are currently enroute from Chicago to WA ST. It looks like I'll have to change the brake line and extend wiring but I'll let everyone know. I also have a Mustang solo coming, should be real comfy soon[sm=smiley20.gif]


http://www.hmhd.com/webstore/viewite...pname=viewprod
 
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I just ordered 4 inch rollback risers for my 2006 1200L. $52. I don't have to change any cables, but will have to extend some wires. Plus I don't have to mess with my grips.
 
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I put 4.5 in pullback risers on my 05 didnt change anything on bike .Ordered them from motosport $30.00
 
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