Adjusting 2006 FLHP Handlebars
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Adjusting 2006 FLHP Handlebars
I'm looking for some help and/or advice on adjusting the handlebars on my 2006 FLHP. I find that I get a lot of neck and shoulder pain on rides longer than an hour. I've tried moving the bars forward and backward, but i can't seem to find a comfortable position. I believe the bars on the FLHP are the same as on a Heritage Softtail; not a stock Road King. I know how to make the physical adjustment. What I'm looking for is help or advice on how to establish the proper position of the bars; forward, backward, etc.?
I'm also toying with the idea of changing the bars. Harley has something called a Touring Handlebar for the 2006 Road King. Other than looking a bit lower, they look like the bars I already have. Would changing to 13" apes help? I'm 5'9" with a 32" sleeve.
I tried to find information in old posts, but couldn't find anything on assessing position. My apologies if this topic has been covered.
I'm also toying with the idea of changing the bars. Harley has something called a Touring Handlebar for the 2006 Road King. Other than looking a bit lower, they look like the bars I already have. Would changing to 13" apes help? I'm 5'9" with a 32" sleeve.
I tried to find information in old posts, but couldn't find anything on assessing position. My apologies if this topic has been covered.
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I have an 09 SG. With the stock bars I had the same issues. I put the 13" Cyclesmiths on and what a difference! No back pain, easier to ride overall. I am 6'3 with a 38" sleeve. I still think you'll be best off changing the bars.
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13" Cyclesmiths
Did you have to change you cables as well?
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I had a shop do it and the brake lines and cables were replaced. The wires had to be extended as well. They are now internally wired which really cleans things up.
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