Test rode a 07 RKC today, but didnt like the bars, or the heel toe shifter for that matter.

I have looked at the catalogue and like the sound of the beach bars, but have some questions.

First is; have you changed your RKC bars and if so what do you use now.

Does anyone run beach bars on their RKC and if so how did it change your hands, did it move them out and to the rear, out and up, or what. Oh and did you have to change cables etc.

Any info will be greatfully received, oh and I'm 6' 2" if that helps with the advice.

 

Oh, one more thing.

Sorry forgot to include it in above post.

Can anyone give me the specs for the 07 RKC bars, width, rise, pullback, etc.

Thanks again

 

I'm 6'4" and built like an orangutan so the stock bars on my RK Classic killed me (I'm guessing you're talking about the Classic and not the Custom). I had to hunch down because they're too low IMO, and the pain in my neck and shoulders was terrible. I've known a few people who have complained about them.

I've always had ape hangers/high bars on my bikes so that I don't have to lean forward (plus it looks cool), so I put the RK high bars on. Granted they aren't apes but they are more comfortable. Cost less than $50 and you don't have to change out the wiring/hoses/cables, etc. Now I don't have to hunch forward, I can sit up and keep my back straight.

I just took a 1,400 mile ride up the East Coast and back down with them and I can't complain.

I've never liked beach bars, especially for any long riding which is what I like to do, but I just talked to a guy who had a Custom with beach bars on it and he really liked them. He was tall, too.



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I have the RKClassic and changed the bars. I put reach bars on mine as I don't have your height problem. The CUstom has the beach bars so you could sit on that and get and idea how it feels. Lots of reviewers didn't like the beach bars but if they work for you thats great.

I tried the heel toe shifter. Everyone said I'd get used to it and how wonderful it was. I finally pulled it off and it's so much better (for me) without it. More room on the board and more comfort.



(YEAAA 50 posts. SLO but sure!)

 

I love the heal/toe shifter if for no other reason than it keeps the toe of my boot clean (I'm in the Army). And hey SLO you better hurry up I'm catching up to you! 36 and counting!!!

 

my Classic fits me just fine... heel/toe and all

 

Changed it to Harley Davidson beach bars. See gallery for pics

 

When I had my '02 RK Classic, I changed to the reach bars from HD. I'm 5'8" and there were still room for adjustment. I never had the beach bars, but seen them on other RK's. I was told that they might make it more difficult when doing tight U-turns. But, if that's not a problem, go for it! If you go with Beach Bars, you'll need to replace all your cables and front brake line with longer ones.

 

Running the RK High Bars. These really helped eliminate the cramp I would get in my back. Price is right and they're chrome compared to the stock stainless bars. I ran the wiring insdie the bars to clean things up a bit, no need to extend anything or use longer control cables. Pretty happy with them.

 

I'm 6' 2" and I've looked at different bars for my RKC. I really liked the feel
of the reduced reach bars and will be ordering those. I tried them on a friends
RKC and the seemed to fit me really well.