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Old Jul 21, 2013 | 08:24 PM
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Default Bars, backrest and reach...

I recently ordered a set of LA Choppet 10" Twin Peak bars for my Limited. I currently run stock bars with a Mustang backrest. I am not such a big fan of the wrist angle on the stock bars and felt I coul manage to angle out a bit more and raising them a bit as well for added comfort.

I have not received my bars yet, but I'm concerned about reach while still being able to use my backrest for what is meant for and staying comfortable. I've got a pretty decent bend in the elbows now with stock and the backrest adjusted about halfway. Im thinking I might be stretched out a bit too much with the Twin Peaks. Again, I'll have to wait and see once they arrive I guess.

I'm just wondering what has been te experience of others?

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