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Old Jul 31, 2015 | 01:15 PM
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I have the new Narrow 2+2 Sweepers from Khromewerks on my 14 SGS. They hit the sweet spot for me. I'm 5'6" in socks. The 2+2 sweepers were too wide for me.
 
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Old Jul 31, 2015 | 05:34 PM
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I installed 2+2 wide sweepers on my wife's 06 Ultra. We have them pushed up as close to the inner fairing as they can get. She is 5'4" tall and loves them. When I ride her bike to check out work I've done to it I find them to be fairly comfortable and I'm 6' tall.
 
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Old Jul 31, 2015 | 08:55 PM
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Thanks guys. I ordered the narrow +2 as well as a new set of Avon custom contour grips. I hope they are tall enough for my likings. If not, I guess I can always go with the narrow 2+2. I appreciate all the info and help. I'll report back as soon as I get them here and installed.
 
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Old Jul 31, 2015 | 10:11 PM
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I'm 5-6 and a half - used to be 5-7 - anyway, I'm on a 2012 Limited. Never had any issue with the handlebars or leaning forward uncomfortably (maybe shorter inseam, longer torso compared to you?). I have a very slight lean forward and full lock isn't an issue. That being said, I have a Mustang low-down touring seat and am running 12.5 inch Progressive 444s, which makes it easier to paddle walk the bike. I can also get my feet flat with this set up when wearing HD FXRG3 boots. By way of comparison, I felt cramped by the handlebars when I sat on an Ultra Low.
 
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Old Aug 10, 2015 | 03:48 PM
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Well, I got the bars in and on. The only real issue I have is the throttle/idle cables are tight. I didn't route them any different than they way the were. Is there a good way to re route these to get some more slack. Its really only been an issue when turned full lock to the left.


Other than this, I really like the bars. Gonna take some getting used to but riding, I am all the way back in the seat now and no leaning forward. The Avon grips are awesome. Love the feel and looks.
 
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Old Aug 11, 2015 | 07:30 AM
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Just an update on the bars and cables. I took the front end back off last night and looked at the throttle and idle cables. I guess they were binding when I went all the way left. I re routed them and brought them up threw the handlebar slot in the dash and they are working great now. Going to put some miles on them this weekend and I hope they ride as good as they feel.
 
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