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Old 11-08-2009, 12:22 PM
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I have an 05 883L and I am looking to put some drag bars on it this winter. Any suggestions on what to go type to go with? Also how big of a riser should I go with?
 
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Old 11-08-2009, 11:26 PM
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The rise is up to you,as long as you clear your tank(tank slap?..bad.)
 
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Old 11-08-2009, 11:36 PM
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Generally, I like the 4" pullback riser with HD's drag bars.
But it's still a pretty subjective set up.
The best bet is to find someone who has the same bike, but with drag bars.
Ask someone to hold the bike upright so that you can get a feel for the bars. if you like it, go for it.
roll on
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Old 11-09-2009, 02:58 AM
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4" rise:




6" rise:


 
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Old 11-09-2009, 08:50 AM
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WoW! That scoot looks slicker than snot on a door handle. Real nice job.
 
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Thanks for the help guys
 
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Looks damn good..
 
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Old 11-09-2009, 09:36 PM
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Iron71: Can you give me some of the info on your bar ? How tall are you ? What riser did you like better for comfort ?

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I'm 5'7"
The 6" rise provided better comfort. Currently using the 4" rise since it looks better on the bike.
 
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Old 11-10-2009, 08:33 AM
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I have 15 degree drag bars with the HD 4" curve risers and it's a nice look and ride. I have though about going back to the the stock mount so the bars are lower, but it's comfee now so why make it ride like a sport bike if i don't have too? Like was said tank slap is bad and my bars just miss the tank with a hair to spare.
 


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