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Old Mar 16, 2013 | 05:45 PM
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I'm on fence guys.. I can't decide on what bars
To get carlini freeway bars 38.5" wide or wild 1
Apes 14 or 16in.. I'm 6' 1" and want comfort
If anyone has these can you please post some pics
And voice your opinion

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Old Mar 16, 2013 | 05:47 PM
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i would say go 16", i'm a little shorter than you and 14'' fit me perfect
 
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Old Mar 16, 2013 | 05:48 PM
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What kind of bike do you have?

I'm biased towards the Carlini 16'' Gangsters, but I have a RK. I'm getting my gangsters put on this week.
 
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Old Mar 16, 2013 | 07:33 PM
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Get 16" Ganster Apes. They will fit you perfectly. I have 14" but i'm a shorty. I couldn't be happer.
 
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Old Mar 16, 2013 | 10:08 PM
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Originally Posted by B@man
i would say go 16", i'm a little shorter than you and 14'' fit me perfect
Yup go 16s, Im 5-8" and 14s are very comfortable.
 
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Old Mar 17, 2013 | 05:21 AM
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I'm straddling the same fence myself... 14" or 16" and what style !!!
Hill Country Customs has a nice set up
Wild 1 Chubby Apes look good
Drag Specialties have a dog in this fight too....

Height (14" or 16")
Width (36.5", 37", or 39")
Pull-back (8.5", 10", or 12")

It's no wonder I stutter and drool, then pound my head against a tree

Good luck with your search........
 
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Old Mar 17, 2013 | 06:25 AM
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Oh sorry I have a 09 road king classic
 
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Old Mar 17, 2013 | 05:42 PM
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I'm leaning towards carlini gangster or flying apes
14 or 16in any feedback
 
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I went with heli bars on my flhtcu. Went through too many seat till I found one I liked, so decided adjustable handlebars would be a better option took a little tweaking to get them where I really wanted them but couldn't be happier.
 
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I'd go with 16's, wide as possible and as much pull back as possible.
 
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