2 inch pullback bars question
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2012
Posts: 439
Likes: 435
From: Iowa
2 inch pullback bars question
Got 250 miles on the new ultra limited this week and have already noticed that when I'm laid back on the drivers backrest that it would be nice if the bars were a little closer to me. Seen the 2 inch pullback bars offered, done a search and have read plenty on those who have done this. But, my main question is.. Do the bars actually come back 2 more inches or are the ends just bent back more ? I would like to keep my same hand position.
Cruiser
Joined: Sep 2011
Posts: 124
Likes: 0
From: VA
I'm interested in this also, I asked the dealer and got conflicting answers on whether or not I might need extensions for cables and for heated grips, Parts say no and service says yes, but to ask parts to be sure....????go figure!
Last edited by Grappa; Jun 28, 2012 at 10:56 PM. Reason: typo
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 14,210
Likes: 11,335
From: San Diego, CA
I've read the conflicting posts on this subject and can only report my personal experience.
I have a '12 FLHTK. I had my dealer install the HD Pullback bars #56176-08 @ $149.95 list.
They charged me for 2 hours labor, and routed the wires inside the bars. I did not need any clutch or brake cable changes, but they did charge me for the HD twist grip sensor kit #32310-08 @ $99.95 list and both a stamped & formed pin and a stamped & formed pin socket @ $1.00 each.
These bars WILL change your grip angle. I have had one person say that the grip angle is responsible for the entire 2" of pullback. I don't know if that is true or not. Although it did change the grip angle, I find it comfortable. I am 2000 miles into a cross country trip and I am glad I made the change......
I have a '12 FLHTK. I had my dealer install the HD Pullback bars #56176-08 @ $149.95 list.
They charged me for 2 hours labor, and routed the wires inside the bars. I did not need any clutch or brake cable changes, but they did charge me for the HD twist grip sensor kit #32310-08 @ $99.95 list and both a stamped & formed pin and a stamped & formed pin socket @ $1.00 each.
These bars WILL change your grip angle. I have had one person say that the grip angle is responsible for the entire 2" of pullback. I don't know if that is true or not. Although it did change the grip angle, I find it comfortable. I am 2000 miles into a cross country trip and I am glad I made the change......
Banned
Joined: Dec 2011
Posts: 2,323
Likes: 1
From: Arizona
Trending Topics
Club Member
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 45,429
Likes: 2,898
From: Bedford UK
Before you start spending money, have you tried adjusting your existing bars? Most Harleys I have ridden in the last 30-odd years have them adjusted wrong for my liking, and I have adjusted them for every one I have owned. You may be surprised how much a slight movement in the clamps can improve the riding position. And for free!
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
Harley-Davidson Fat Boy Becomes a Dark, Decepticon-Inspired Custom
Verdad Gallardo
6 Weirdest Harley-Davidsons Ever Sold to the Public
Verdad Gallardo
7 Times Harley-Davidson Chucked Tradition Out the Window
Verdad Gallardo
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Thread Starter
|
Tourer
Joined: Jun 2012
Posts: 439
Likes: 435
From: Iowa
Looked at possible adjustment but they are very close to tank now when turned. The only adjustment would be to lower or raise which would not solve my issue. Just would like to bring'em a couple inches closer and keep same hand position.
