2006 Electra glide Handlebars help
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2006 Electra glide Handlebars help
Needing to put 12in or 14's on my EG, I've read that one can go with 12's without changing any wiring or cables, anyone have any experience with This?
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There's wisdom in the concept that we change bars to adjust fit for comfort...rather than to be able to use stock gear. I've done it a coupla times, and what works for me is buy the bars I like, install them, adjust them, THEN figure out what I need for cables, hoses and wiring. Yes, this takes a bit longer, but the guesswork is gone. I've been pleasantly surprised when I haven't needed any wiring extensions, but did need a longer cable and hose. Doing it this way is probably best left to the off season, as it can take a few days or a week longer, waiting on parts.
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Thanks for the responses, was going to keep factory cables because they are black and still on good working order, plan on blacking out alot of other parts on the bike as well, adding longer cables and wires is not a deal breaker though.
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I think 10's will get you more comfort and will look good, you will not have to change the cables. Give Johnny a call at Wild One, and he can help you out, great company to work with.
http://www.wild1inc.com/575db.html
http://www.wild1inc.com/575db.html
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I think 10's will get you more comfort and will look good, you will not have to change the cables. Give Johnny a call at Wild One, and he can help you out, great company to work with.
http://www.wild1inc.com/575db.html
http://www.wild1inc.com/575db.html
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I too have an 06 Electra Glide and was thinking 10 inch bars for comfort. I called Wild ones and they said I will need 4" longer on cables and brake hose. They thought the wires might be ok.
I agree with Veekness and will probably wait for the off season to make the changes.
I think maybe after 11 years it might be wise to put in new cables anyway.
I agree with Veekness and will probably wait for the off season to make the changes.
I think maybe after 11 years it might be wise to put in new cables anyway.
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