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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 07:07 AM
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I will be doing bars at some point and wanted to get all the information needed on what I need, best products, methods etc. Yes I know there are a million threads on this. I have seen some and not really sure on plug and play, wiring, new clutch cable sizing, getting rid of the green connector etc. So obviously I need the bars in my case PYO MBB 10". I was going to look into braided cables what brands? I know that Hill Counrty Customs makes a plug and play but for $1200? What should all my materials cost me (ball park)

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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 07:55 AM
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I put 300515 +2 sweepers on last weekend for 70.00 total didnt need anything extra I did cut out green plug. Its not that hard to do. THay feel good so far have not been on a long ride yet
 
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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 08:09 AM
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As far as cables I have been through a few and highly recommend Magnum Shielding. They hold up really well without getting crappy looking.
 
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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 08:19 AM
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I am doing Wild One chubbys 577 with magnum shielding Black Pearl cables I got the bars and cables for 381.00. Bars came from leatherup.com and the cables from cyclepartsforless.com.
 
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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 08:49 AM
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I went with WO578 and just needed a clutch cable. The green plug is easy to come out and just sauter the wires together. I stayed with the black vinyl cable for the clutch. My total amount for the bars and cable was $280. But than as accessories you have to had new grips, and than you have to paint the inner fairing so total I spent $625 on everything with labor on my friend helping me.
 
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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 04:51 PM
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Anyone know what size clutch cable for 10" MBB?
 
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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 06:21 PM
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I ordered Flanders bars, all new cables and wire extension kit. Since I have an 2001 EGC the cables need changing anyway.
 
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Old Feb 27, 2013 | 06:42 PM
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I am in the same boat looking for bars. I think I want something in a 14"-16" however not sure on the brand. I have a 2010 SG and any suggestions would help or pictures you have with them on!! Thanks.
 
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I actually found some bars for my 'lil sporty at a swap meet. Didn't really care about brand, just found some I liked. I was able to "make" my wires and cables work but they are a little stretched so I'm looking for cables too. Think I'm going to attempt wiring internal. Any words of wisdom?
 
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I just installed wo518's with Magnum cables, total was around $400.00 all in.
 
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