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Old Jul 8, 2011 | 09:33 PM
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Numerous threads have dealt with myriad suggestions for new handlebars to improve comfort. Has anyone simply installed one of the 6" or 4" Risers offered by HD (or aftermarket) on their RKC or similar to raise the bars and bring them back a bit, and was this a good option? I like the stock bars but would like some height and pull back.

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try road glide wide glide or heritage bars with no cable changes.
 
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Thanks. Never thought of the wide glide bars. I was not impressed with the Heritage bars.
 
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