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Old Dec 9, 2009 | 06:12 PM
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Maybe 1" higher and a little further back but the wrist angle is the main problem. Where should I start? rather not change any wiring or cable if possible
 
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Old Dec 9, 2009 | 06:21 PM
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Generally, both the handlebars AND the controls can be adjusted. Couldn't tell from your post if you had tried both.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2009 | 06:38 PM
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The final bend is to far inward, not very much adjustment available the way the bars go thru the fairing. Just wondered if anybody has changed theirs for the same reason and what bar you changed to
 
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Old Dec 9, 2009 | 07:06 PM
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You might want to try the Harley pull back bars for the Ultra. I put them on and they are much better than the stock ones. They are about one inch higher and two inches back from stock. 149.00 if i remember right.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2009 | 07:12 PM
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Originally Posted by willie37
You might want to try the Harley pull back bars for the Ultra. I put them on and they are much better than the stock ones. They are about one inch higher and two inches back from stock. 149.00 if i remember right.
Did you have to mess with the cabling and wiring or did the stock cabling and wiring work with these bars?
 
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Old Dec 9, 2009 | 07:27 PM
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Krome werks + 2 sweepers 2 up and 2 back and they kick the end of the grips out more like a dirt bike
 
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Old Dec 9, 2009 | 07:31 PM
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Khromewerks +2 Sweeper Bars. Amazingly comfortable on the reach and wrist position. You will need a longer clutch cable. You can do all internal wiring on these bars.
 
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Old Dec 9, 2009 | 07:31 PM
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On my 03 Road King, I changed to the pull back bars and was very happy. The dealer did mine and I don't think they had to change any of the wiring.
 
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If you are interested in larger diameter bars that can be internally wired, Wild One Chubby 575's will give you the additional height and pull back. Yes they are pricey and yes to do the job right you have to change clutch cable and brake line. To me it was worth it. Just saying....
 
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Old Dec 9, 2009 | 07:49 PM
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Originally Posted by hockey8787
Krome werks + 2 sweepers 2 up and 2 back and they kick the end of the grips out more like a dirt bike
Sounds good, do your hands block the view in the stock mirrors?
 
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