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Old Mar 18, 2010 | 08:32 PM
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Hi Everone,
I’m new to the HD-Forms. I have a 2003 Sportster 1200 Custom. The question I have is : has anyone ever used a bar snake?(www.barsnake.com) This item is used inside the handlebars to reduce the vibration and hand numbing when cruising. Before investing in this item, I would like to know if anyone else has used this with success, or if anyone has any suggestions for preventing the vibration that causes the numbing.
 
Old Mar 18, 2010 | 08:38 PM
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Gel gloves? Welcome from Florida!
 
Old Mar 18, 2010 | 09:13 PM
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Old Mar 18, 2010 | 09:25 PM
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Old Mar 18, 2010 | 09:27 PM
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Thanks!!! I use HD gloves.(are they gel?)
 
Old Mar 18, 2010 | 10:32 PM
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Old Mar 19, 2010 | 01:21 AM
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Never had that problem...


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I had an 02 XL and no matter what I tried my hands went numb after about 30 miles. My wife rode it an never had a problem. I tried everything and finally found the solution with a set of Kuryakn grips.
 
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