So you changed your bars....
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So you changed your bars....
Hello,
Thinking of WO515 bars, and wanted to hear from others that have changed
to longer bars as to the initial getting used to them.
Steering impressions, namely
Setting up and going through turns and twisty roads and or things you noticed that you had to adjust for?
I am about two months away from pulling the trigger,
Thanks,
Mark
Thinking of WO515 bars, and wanted to hear from others that have changed
to longer bars as to the initial getting used to them.
Steering impressions, namely
Setting up and going through turns and twisty roads and or things you noticed that you had to adjust for?
I am about two months away from pulling the trigger,
Thanks,
Mark
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I had no problems getting used to my WO's 612 Outlawz. Not sure why I waited so long to install them.
If you are doing the install yourself and you have never changed bars on a bike with hidden wiring, the first time is a PITA. It took me 10 hrs, but if I did it again I think 6 hrs would be about right....
If you are doing the install yourself and you have never changed bars on a bike with hidden wiring, the first time is a PITA. It took me 10 hrs, but if I did it again I think 6 hrs would be about right....
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its more of just getting use to the feel, not so much an adjustment. Corners are no different IMO. The only thing that really is, is when making a very slow turn where the forks are turned all the way to one side.
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I put 12.5" (WO502) on mine, had 14"s on my Road King. I really dug the 14"s but I thought I'd try slightly lower to make it a bit more maneuverable in tight spots.
Really for me there was no need to get used to anything but possibly no longer experiencing the pain from the stock bars.
Really for me there was no need to get used to anything but possibly no longer experiencing the pain from the stock bars.
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Appreciate the feedback, just did not want to change bars out, find myself on some twisty roads or mountain pass and having a bad time with the steering...
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That video is responsible for me taking on the project myself and Im glad I did. Between the bars and the seat, I am able to take longer rides.
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I didn't really have to make any adjustments in steering or cornering. As a matter of fact, everything felt more comfortable. But as others have said, slow speed maneuvering, especially when parking and the handlebars are turned full lock in either position is where it becomes troublesome. I end up having to reach really far for the furthest grip. But with 10" bars it shouldn't be all that bad. I have 14"'s with a slight tilt forward and I have some trouble but still able to reach. Any taller and it would be a problem.
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Bingo. Its all about comfort. Anyone can adapt to a new set of bars. The key, especially to a touring bike is being comfortable. WO's make some sweet bars and I have them on my bike. I would suggest going to their site and clicking the link, handlebars 101.
It is a shame you can not walk into a bike shop and try all the different bars out there. Even a place like J&P I don't recall an area to do that but I could be mistaken as the place is quite large.
It is a shame you can not walk into a bike shop and try all the different bars out there. Even a place like J&P I don't recall an area to do that but I could be mistaken as the place is quite large.