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Old Sep 23, 2012 | 09:36 AM
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Installed a set of 8 1/2" risers with the stock handlebars the other day to get my hands up a bit higher. Originally looked at the whole mini-apes route, but i wanted to try something not too many people do. I didn't have to change anything other than the brake line, and I technically didn't have to do that either (as you'll see in the pics).

My hands rest a little above my shoulders (I'm 5'8") and I'm in a more upright riding position. I'll probably look into extending the wiring harness but for now rerouting it around the tank is working. Might just put a tank lift on and tuck it under the tank instead haha. Enjoy the pics!

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Old Sep 23, 2012 | 09:40 AM
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Looks like it may be time to clean the rust off those spark plugs.
 
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Old Sep 23, 2012 | 12:36 PM
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Not a fan sorry to me it looks dorky and out of place. Also don't like how the newer Nightsters have a mat-black brow looks better as gloss black.
 
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Deff different, is it more comfortable?
 
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Old Sep 23, 2012 | 02:27 PM
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Deff different, is it more comfortable?
How's it handle too?
 
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Im not a fan either of the highrisers but if they feel good run it. T-barz may look better.
 
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They look like the MX style t-bars. Your bike man, do you!
 
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Im not a fan either of the highrisers but if they feel good run it. T-barz may look better.
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But definitely kudos on going your own route!
 
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Looks very different, not a fan either but a good set of T bars might be a better answer. I'm thinking Ape Hangers may be the better choice even if it is a common thing.Just looks strange. In the end though it's yours and if ya like it more power to ya
 
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I like it, I have 6" and stock iron bars which don't have as much rise. the handling is way better than apes.
 
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