ape question
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if I was to put 18" apes on my RK and decide that they were to big, could I downsize to 16s and use the same cables? The reason I ask is I ABSOLUTELY HATE the stock bars on my 99 RK. My back friggin hurts. I rode a couple of my buddies bikes with apes(1 had 16s the other was 18s) and loved the feel of both. I can't decide. If I go 16 and later want to go taller I'll need all new cables. That's money and I don't like paying for stuff(I know, so why the hell did ya buy a money pit bike
) But if I go 18 at first and want to downsize can I use the same wires and cables?
Josh
) But if I go 18 at first and want to downsize can I use the same wires and cables?Josh
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Im pretty sure youre going to have to go with 6 over on cables with either set so it shouldnt be a big deal to go from 16's to 18's or vice versa. Just pay attention to how much electic wiring you need to leave and I think you'll be fine. That being said, it would also be a good time to go for chrome controls and switches if youre into that. I got a set of brand new 16s with chrome controls and swithches and already internally wired on Ebay for $425 and that included shipping. Pulling all the wires yourself can be frustrating if youve never done it before. Good luck and post some pics after youre done. 
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Im pretty sure youre going to have to go with 6 over on cables with either set so it shouldnt be a big deal to go from 16's to 18's or vice versa. Just pay attention to how much electic wiring you need to leave and I think you'll be fine. That being said, it would also be a good time to go for chrome controls and switches if youre into that. I got a set of brand new 16s with chrome controls and swithches and already internally wired on Ebay for $425 and that included shipping. Pulling all the wires yourself can be frustrating if youve never done it before. Good luck and post some pics after youre done.
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Im pretty sure youre going to have to go with 6 over on cables with either set so it shouldnt be a big deal to go from 16's to 18's or vice versa. Just pay attention to how much electic wiring you need to leave and I think you'll be fine. That being said, it would also be a good time to go for chrome controls and switches if youre into that. I got a set of brand new 16s with chrome controls and swithches and already internally wired on Ebay for $425 and that included shipping. Pulling all the wires yourself can be frustrating if youve never done it before. Good luck and post some pics after youre done.
Not sure I agree with using the +6 cable lengths, ESPECIALLY for 18' apes. sounds short to me. the bars in my sig pic are 16's and I went with +8 all around and that worked well. I wouldn't go with anything less than +8 for what your considering.
Just my opinion.
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Im pretty sure youre going to have to go with 6 over on cables with either set so it shouldnt be a big deal to go from 16's to 18's or vice versa. Just pay attention to how much electic wiring you need to leave and I think you'll be fine. That being said, it would also be a good time to go for chrome controls and switches if youre into that. I got a set of brand new 16s with chrome controls and swithches and already internally wired on Ebay for $425 and that included shipping. Pulling all the wires yourself can be frustrating if youve never done it before. Good luck and post some pics after youre done.
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Im pretty sure youre going to have to go with 6 over on cables with either set so it shouldnt be a big deal to go from 16's to 18's or vice versa. Just pay attention to how much electic wiring you need to leave and I think you'll be fine. That being said, it would also be a good time to go for chrome controls and switches if youre into that. I got a set of brand new 16s with chrome controls and swithches and already internally wired on Ebay for $425 and that included shipping. Pulling all the wires yourself can be frustrating if youve never done it before. Good luck and post some pics after youre done.