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Old Feb 24, 2010 | 12:02 PM
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My wife has a 2005 sportster low. She is 4'11". I have the solo lepera seat, large tank and a lowering kit. She now fits well, but she wants the bars closer to her. She has to lean a bit forward and it is not 100% comfortable for her. I have posted the Harley bar chart (link) below. I have taken measurements of the stock bars, but still don't know which bar listed below is the stock bar. From there I can probably figure out what bars to buy. Does someone know which bar below is stock? Also any recommendation on a bar that will come back closer to her is also appreciated.

Thanks guys!

Here is a link to the Harley site bar chart:
http://www.harley-davidson.com/gma/g...bmLocale=en_US

Once there you will need to click on - Handlebar Measurements Comparison Chart


Thanks for any help!
 
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Old Feb 24, 2010 | 12:40 PM
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You can get away with putting 4" risers (2" up and 2" back) without having to change any wires or cables. Just another an option for you.
 
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Old Feb 24, 2010 | 01:11 PM
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Perfect - thanks!
 
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Old Feb 24, 2010 | 01:22 PM
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Just keep in mind that you will have to get some slack in the electrical wire. Theres enough there you just have to adjust them.
 
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