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Old Jul 3, 2019 | 05:40 PM
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Hi, I'm new to the HD scene, long time rider though, just upgraded from a Vulcan Bagger. I noticed my 07 Ultra is a bit heavy on the steering, especially turning right, any cause or issue I need to address? Also my bars are a bit low, am I going to have to remove the outer fairing to get at the handlebar bolts?

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Old Jul 3, 2019 | 06:13 PM
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To get to the handlebar bolts you have to remove the outer fairing and at least till the inner fairing out of the way
 
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Old Jul 4, 2019 | 05:31 AM
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Switch to taller bars. Totally changes the handling of the bike. I went to 12's and it is a dream to ride now. Especially at slow speed maneuvering.
 
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Old Jul 4, 2019 | 06:26 AM
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Changed my bars from stock to reach bars. 5 hours tops, no need to remove inner fairing on my '19 limited. Dealer wants 12 hrs labor. I'm not a tech either. Have the Service Manual, helped a lot.
 
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Old Jul 4, 2019 | 07:37 AM
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The bars can be easily adjusted once the clamps have been slackened off. Having done it myself it is amazing how much they can be moved, also how much better they are afterwards!
 
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Old Jul 4, 2019 | 09:38 PM
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Yes, you need to remove the outer fairing. Get a service manual from your dealer, the best $75 you will ever spend on your bike!
As far as the heavy steering, have you checked tire pressures? Otherwise check for something dragging like clutch cable or brake lines. If you don’t find anything you could check neck bearing adjustment.
 
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Old Jul 5, 2019 | 10:35 AM
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What's the max I can go with bar height without changing cables and lengthening the wiring?
 
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Old Jul 5, 2019 | 01:15 PM
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What's the max I can go with bar height without changing cables and lengthening the wiring?
Probly a dealer question.
 
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Originally Posted by e6fmf
Probly a dealer question.
So nobody has installed apes? Wow.
 
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Old Jul 16, 2019 | 02:50 PM
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Heard you can go 10" without changing cables, I went to 12" monkey bars and LOVE THEM.(new cables)........they sit just below shoulder height and make me sit up straight.
 

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