Who's running Apes on a Touring bike ??
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Tourer
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From: North Jersey
Who's running Apes on a Touring bike ??
Help guys. I have 2 bikes. My 08 Softail Rocker is my local/bar hopper bike and my old reliable 99 Road King Classic for long rides. I just put Apes on my Rocker and LOVE them. They changes the look/ride of the bike. I like them so much I'm thinking of putting them on my RK as well. My concern is that on the Rocker I noticed that I get blown around a lot at highway speeds ( 70 plus ) where I didn't with the stock bars. I don't want to comprimise highway ride on the RK. I'm quessing that with the shield on this would not happen but I need to hear from some guys with Apes before I take the plunge. I spoke with several local guys and got mixed answers. I'm not looking to go that high, either 12.5's or 14's as I'm 6 foot and thats comfy for me. Any input is appreciated. Thanks
Road Warrior
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From: miami,fl
I had 12.5's on my fatboy when i had it.when i got my RKC had to put them on as well.Put 16's on the RKC.I ride with and without the shield.If i'm going a distance on the highway or 2 up i leave the shield on.otherwise i take it off.Bars can be adjusted forward or back to accomodate the shield,takes 5 seconds to do.When i had the fatboy i never used a shield and yes sometimes you have to deal with the wind.
Road Warrior
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From: SoCal
I had 10.5" FXRP bars on my FLHRI but found them no where as near comfortable as 16" Wild1s added a few years later. Now I don't leave home without them! BTW, very comfortable for long distance rides. Like having "power steering"!
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R. Todd
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From: LexVegas, KY...home of fast wimmen & beautiful horses
Yes....u are......I'm runnin 15"s Paugchos and wouldn't ride it any other way.
I always find it hilarious when those w/o apes pop off in a thread about ridin w/ em.
I always find it hilarious when those w/o apes pop off in a thread about ridin w/ em.
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Ya what G$ said.
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12.5 On my bike and I just got back from a 1600 miles ride and had no problems they are not true apes, I guest they have to be taller. I like them because they put my hands the same high as my steering wheel in my car and the bike handles way better they the stock bars