Reduced reach Handlebars for RKC

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Mar 23, 2007 | 05:06 PM

mnewb1

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Reduced reach Handlebars for RKC

Just picked up a 2003 RKC and with my short arms, I wanted to switch to the reduced reach handlebar. Takled to my local deale. Even though the bars are just 50 bucks they want 150.00 for a new break line. WTF!!!

Has anyone else changed to these bars. Did you have to change the brake line as well?

Mar 23, 2007 | 06:03 PM

thesmithiz

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RE: Reduced reach Handlebars for RKC

I changed mine to the Heritage bars and changed nothing else. If its the same reduced reach bars a friend of mine put on he hates them the hand/wrist position is like a roto-tiller

Mar 23, 2007 | 06:49 PM

navyman

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RE: Reduced reach Handlebars for RKC

I put the RK high bars on my RK. You do not need to change any cables or wires. It took about an hour. Easy to do, just take your time.

Mar 24, 2007 | 12:11 AM

HangFire

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RE: Reduced reach Handlebars for RKC

I put the reduced reach bars on my RK. It makes for a much more comfortable riding position, but they don't look nearly as nice as the bars that were on it. I'll try to take a pic tomorrow so you can see what they look like. I didn't have to change ANY of the hardware or lines. The had to bend the brake line slightly, but that's it.

HF

Mar 24, 2007 | 09:33 AM

60mike06FLHX

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RE: Reduced reach Handlebars for RKC

I have had three RKs and have changed all three to Heritage bars and changed nothing else. worked great.

Mar 24, 2007 | 09:45 AM

corgi

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RE: Reduced reach Handlebars for RKC

I am getting the heritage bars installed today. I also have somewhat short arms. the bar is $50, I get a 20% discount and the labor is one hour for $60. so it should be $100 plus tax. I checked with two dealers and both said no cable changes.

Mar 24, 2007 | 09:52 AM

100thRK

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RE: Reduced reach Handlebars for RKC

I have them on my 03 RKC (see below) and used all the original cables. It takes a little time to switch them. About 2 hours. I like the arm position with the reduced reach bars.