I'm thinking of putting 13 inch bars on my 2008 SG. They look comfortable and I'm kinnda big , 6'2 260 and feel like I'm reaching too much with the stock bars. Did anybody have this problem and if so did the taller bars help?
Any input would be cool. Thanks.




2008 SG
Vivid Black
Arlen Ness Big Sucker
V&H Ovals
21/18
Bumpin' Sounds
Lots of Chrome


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I read a post on here awhile back that if you have ABS you can't extend the the lines. Don't know if true or not. Someone else will chime in and let you know for sure.

 

Thanks harley-jones. I don't have ABS , so that won't be a problem. I didn't think about that though , thanks.

 

I put 13" Burley's on my RKC. Huge difference from stock. If you think it would help, it most certainly will. Go for it. There are several brands to choose from. I got a great deal ($109.00) and couldn't pass it up. No more reaching for the bars. Matched up with a riders back rest is a perfect ride. I'm 6'0 230.

 

First, that's not true. I have ABS and have my brake lines extended with no problem and I have put my ABS (with extended lines) to the limit and they worked fine. ABS works with aftermarket rotors and rims too, no issues there either.

MoCo and other shops put out that it wont work just to CYA.

To the OP. I'm 5'10" and I love my 13" bars. I have them pushed all the way forward. I even thought about getting 16" bars. The only reason why I haven't is the 13" stick up far enough to look good but the 16" stick up too far and dont look good.

 

Thanks brypink. Your bike is hot brother!!! The bars look sharp and I think from reading what has been posted that I will give them a try. Angle will be very important so I will make sure to adjust to my fit. Your bars look like they have a curve to them , is that what I'm seeing?

 

THIS WAS A QUOTE>>>>>>>>>>>>>>I put 13" Burley's on my RKC. Huge difference from stock. If you think it would help, it most certainly will. Go for it. There are several brands to choose from. I got a great deal ($109.00) and couldn't pass it up. No more reaching for the bars. Matched up with a riders back rest is a perfect ride. I'm 6'0 230.

fishpro

is there a website for burley's???

I cant find one.

 

You should look at 13" Cyclesmith also.I have them on my 05 EGC and they're great.You'll need +6 on all cables and brake lines,but you want need to extend your wires,just relocate them under radio. Nows a good time to use chrome switch houseing and stainless braid cables.I bought it all for about 475.

 

I'm scheduled for 14" Wild1's to be installed on my 2007 RKC on Tuesday. I heard a rumor that the cruise may not work. Somewhere on this forum is where I read this but I can't find it again. The shop installing didn't mention it but now I'm worried because I've gotten use to having it. I can't imagine there being any truth to this but thought I would ask anyway. Has anyone had problems with this?

 

Thanks for the compliment! Most of the bars (apes) you come across that are for a Batwing fairing have that bend in them. It is there to clear the fairing.

Good Luck and post pics when you are done!