Reduced Reach Handlebar
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Reduced Reach Handlebar
Anyone have any idea what the dealer will charge me for installing these bars on my RKC (labor and parts)? I know I have to change out the cables for this bar but I really want the 2 1/2" pull back. I've searched through the parts catalog with no luck as to what it will cost me for the new cables that will have to be installed. I know the bar itself is $50. I've done a search and seen a lot are going to Heritage bars or the High Roadking bar. I'm 5'8 and don't think they will give enough pull back for me. I don't want to have to lean forward to reach the handlebars. Did enough of that on my old bike.
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Check the cable length reccommended cable length for the Heritage bars, if they are the same you wont have to change them. If ypou do it will be $150 - 200 for the parts, another 200 for labor. Checked on this for my change, ended up going with the Heritage bars. did the work myself couldn't be happier.
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I guess I would want to know how tall you are? Believe me if I thought the Heritage bars would work for me that's the route I would go. I wonder if the Road King High handlebar (which I don't believe you have to switch cables with either) would work as well?
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$150 - 200 for the parts, another 200 for labor.
$150 - 200 for the parts, another 200 for labor.
I initially tried the reduced reach HD bars on my road king, but ended up changing bars again cause the HD bars didn't quite 'get it'.
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I'm 5'7 and I use the Heritage bars. I wouldn't mind having another inch or so. If you are going to change the cables, try the Touring Pull Back bar. I had those on my previous bike and they were nice. They are the same shape as the EG bars but have 2" pullback.My neighbor put Wide Glide bars on he RK Custom. They are a bit taller and narrower than the Heritage but are equally as comfortable.
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If you are paying the Local Stealer to do this install - Make Damn sure of the bars you are installing - You are about to be shocked at what the labor cost will be - most charge $75-$90 an hour. Bars are a personal choice - what works for one rider may not work for you - if at all possible - find as many RC out there and ask the owners if you can sit and try their bars - This takes time and you may not have it - A lot of us use and really like the Wild1 bars and they do look great on any touring bike - must better than the skimpy stock HD bars - but again, just my opinion here
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I agree w/ Harley0711..It is quite expensive if you have a dealer do it. Try to find other riders who have what you want and at least sit on it to get a feel. I went with the Heritage bars. No cable changes. I did it myself in about an hour. I am pleased with the bars over all. If I change them again, I will go with the Touring Pull Back. Add the driver back rest if you haven't already. If you want to change the cables, get the most pull back you can.