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Old Jun 7, 2012 | 07:43 PM
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Default Bagger Apes - What size????
I have a 2011 Street Glide and looking to move from stock bars to some Wild Ones in matte black (I have the black denim SG with Black V&H Monster Ovals). I'm trying to decide between the 12.5 inch and the 14 inch versions. Comfort/performance is more important than looks. I'm 5'10" and 180 lb (if that helps at all). Thanks!!!
 
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I'd go with 14's!!
 
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Old Jun 7, 2012 | 07:51 PM
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16 inch la chopper touring apes. You'll love them.
 
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Old Jun 7, 2012 | 07:54 PM
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Do a search, but a lot of guys rave over the 16" apes. Others who went less wish they went 16" If you are sold on the two mentioned, then you may consider 14".
 
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I wish I went with 18's....
 
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I'm 5'11 I went with 14s pushed forward and I love them best mod so far.
 
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16s? 18?!!! Do you have to stand up!!!! lol. Thanks guys. Great info. I really like the Wild 1 Chubby 14 in flat black. Done! Thanks for all the input. This forum rocks!!!
 
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I went with WildOnes 10" bagger bars. couldn't be happier, and a new clutch cable is all you need.

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Get the 14's I wish I did. The wild1 14's feel really comfortable.
 
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Originally Posted by doctorjoe
I have a 2011 Street Glide and looking to move from stock bars to some Wild Ones in matte black (I have the black denim SG with Black V&H Monster Ovals). I'm trying to decide between the 12.5 inch and the 14 inch versions. Comfort/performance is more important than looks. I'm 5'10" and 180 lb (if that helps at all). Thanks!!!
if you want your arms higher than level go with 14's
if you want your arms level go with 12.5's

I wish I would have go with 14's lol new bars and clutch cable is all I need lol
 
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