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I have used Burleigh Bars for years. I put 16 inch onto my Road King, the wires were a bastard to get through but with the bars I got the Burleigh risers which are steel billet and have incredible grip. When the car pulled out on me and I hit it, the bars didn't move (normally they will collapse). When I got my new Road Glide I hated the factory bars. They were uncomfortable, too low and my hands were at a strange angle. Put on the 14 inch Burleigh Bars and I love it, again the wires were a pain in the arse but the end result is perfect for me.
I just want to thank you for your channel. I've been a rider since High School and now I'm 70. My last bike was a 1996 Dyna Wide Glide and I loved that bike and I did all my work myself. My wife rode a 1200 Sportster but due to health reasons we had to sell them (thought we were too old to go back). Well its been 5 years and we have kind of recuperated both physically and financially. Long story short after seeing your channel and watching your videos it inspired me to get off my ass and get another bike and start riding again. So now I'm the proud owner of a 2011 Dyna Wide Glide (you can tell I'm a FXDWG guy) as of 2 weeks ago and I'm so glade I found your channel, it has inspired me. Keep doing what you do and I'll be with you. We are currently working towards getting my wife her bike. Thanks to you again and I'll be ordering merch soon (OLD NOT DEAD).
I did mine on the Ultra Limited last winter and it was a breeze. I didn't get bars with the sharp bends for two reasons; first any pointy thing on my bike means a place my face is going to contact at some point and second, I strung the wires and it was a piece of cake with curled bars instead of sharp corners. I believe this was one of the easier jobs that I've ever done and nobody should ever pay somebody else to do it. In addition to the bars, I had to buy two extension wires and reroute the clutch cable.
One of your best, Aymen! I've been riding since 1964. I'm 78 now and plan to take your advice: "Keep riding into old age." Well, that's still a way off so I've got pleanty of riding ahead of me!
Hey fredpeck...old age starts at 80. I am 75 and just getting a handle on middle age! Remember there old riders and bold riders but no old bold riders!
Love it, I did my own on the RGS in 14 Inch and had to re-route the clutch also, but no extra cables or hoses required despite the dealers wanting another 600 in parts and 1200 in labor to complete the task , took around 5 hours including cable run, quoted 8 hours. But im a novice spent an hour or so scratching my head. Thanks for pushing us to believe in ourselves :)
A full of knowledge video Aymen. My weekend work was purchasing a waterproof jacket and pants, fitting a new mobile phone holder to the brake side, fitting a camera mount and trying to learn the intricacies of the Boom Box Audio system! A few more lessons needed for me, but it is all fun for a retiree!
I put 18" apehangers on my Softail Custom, being 6'3" they suit me just fine, especially on long trips. Mind you, a long trip in the Highlands of Scotland is nothing compared to the distances you do in Oz! Crossing the Nullabor on a Harley is on my bucket list!
Aftermarket Bars to suit your stature is a game changer for comfort but also can make a huge difference handling your ride especially in slow speed manoeuvres
Thanks Amen. MY NEW HOODIE IS AWESOME! You do great quality merc. I did 14 inch on an FLHTK this spring. pulled my own wires, extened them, depinned and repinned plugs, NO new cables or hydrailic hoses, just reroute. about 8 hours for a backyard mechanic. I love them and agree with all the advantages. Thanks
l also purchased the same brand of handlebars for my street glide and was very happy with the quality, price and l also had no problems with the installation. As a matter of interest are you having any issues with looking through your mirrors with your arms in a higher position now.
Prewired bars are brilliant! I’ve done it fishing the wires and splicing things, what a PITA!! This would make it so much better! Thanks for the video! How are they on tight U turns?
I have a sport glide and got the Burleigh bars as I had cheaper bars on another bike. I felt flex in the cheaper bars, and after watching Burleigh, they showed the quality of welds and I feel much more confident. As you “ride hard” and are very experienced, I will be curious how you find these more affordable bars in corners with flex and feeling like the will not snap in an accident or even bend in corners. Looking good though
Great video mate. Having pre-wired bars would make things a lot easier when changing the bars over!!!! I have heard doing it yourself is such a fun experience! Plenty of swearing included...and yes working on your bike is good for one's self confidence and sense of achievement. Ride safe mate 😎
I changed mine to Burleigh Bars, did all the wiring, clutch cable and brake line. It’s very rewarding doing things like this on your bike. Awesome job mate, they look good. Was that Arthur’s seat you went up to? Those corners looked familiar…..
I just read that HD is closing their Milwaukee Power Train plant on Capital drive. They must be moving it off shore to Brazil, China or elsewhere where the production is cheaper. (you know it won't be better but that has never been HD's goal).
The problem is, how are the doctors and lawyers in the States going to find the tools in their book cases. Oh, I get it, they have money. How are they going to get the bike to the dealer?
Nothing wrong with getting your dealer or local independent to fix your bike. I had many years where I had no time to spend in the garage and whilst THEY worked on my bike i was busy on my laptop making money. Each to their own.
I don't trust anyone working on my machines. It takes longer and is more frustrating to have to go back and convince them that they screwed up and then wait for them to fix it right. I am not going to pay someone to fix my stuff when I can do it. I have a garage full of tools and shop manuals for all of my vehicles. Besides, I have been wrenching since I was 13 and enjoy a job well done and say "yes, I did that". Btw, I am a network engineer by trade, not trying to save money, I have enough to outlast me. I may be old but not dead.
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I have used Burleigh Bars for years. I put 16 inch onto my Road King, the wires were a bastard to get through but with the bars I got the Burleigh risers which are steel billet and have incredible grip. When the car pulled out on me and I hit it, the bars didn't move (normally they will collapse). When I got my new Road Glide I hated the factory bars. They were uncomfortable, too low and my hands were at a strange angle. Put on the 14 inch Burleigh Bars and I love it, again the wires were a pain in the arse but the end result is perfect for me.
Thanks for watching
I just want to thank you for your channel. I've been a rider since High School and now I'm 70. My last bike was a 1996 Dyna Wide Glide and I loved that bike and I did all my work myself. My wife rode a 1200 Sportster but due to health reasons we had to sell them (thought we were too old to go back). Well its been 5 years and we have kind of recuperated both physically and financially. Long story short after seeing your channel and watching your videos it inspired me to get off my ass and get another bike and start riding again. So now I'm the proud owner of a 2011 Dyna Wide Glide (you can tell I'm a FXDWG guy) as of 2 weeks ago and I'm so glade I found your channel, it has inspired me. Keep doing what you do and I'll be with you. We are currently working towards getting my wife her bike. Thanks to you again and I'll be ordering merch soon (OLD NOT DEAD).
Thats great to hear! Congrats on getting back on a bike
I did mine on the Ultra Limited last winter and it was a breeze. I didn't get bars with the sharp bends for two reasons; first any pointy thing on my bike means a place my face is going to contact at some point and second, I strung the wires and it was a piece of cake with curled bars instead of sharp corners. I believe this was one of the easier jobs that I've ever done and nobody should ever pay somebody else to do it. In addition to the bars, I had to buy two extension wires and reroute the clutch cable.
Well done and thanks for watching
Awesome video no bs ! Love your channel I still ride like a animal myself great to watch your channel not drama like most you tell it like it is!
Thanks appreciated
Good job, buddy! Looks killer!
Thanks Eric, much appreciated
One of your best, Aymen! I've been riding since 1964. I'm 78 now and plan to take your advice: "Keep riding into old age." Well, that's still a way off so I've got pleanty of riding ahead of me!
Thanks, appreciated
Hey fredpeck...old age starts at 80. I am 75 and just getting a handle on middle age! Remember there old riders and bold riders but no old bold riders!
awesome video bro, love the look of the new bars. I find it very rewarding when I've successfully installed something onto my bike.
Thanks mate, much appreciated
Thanks dude
my pleasure
The bars look great! Nice video sir.
Thank you
Love it, I did my own on the RGS in 14 Inch and had to re-route the clutch also, but no extra cables or hoses required despite the dealers wanting another 600 in parts and 1200 in labor to complete the task , took around 5 hours including cable run, quoted 8 hours. But im a novice spent an hour or so scratching my head. Thanks for pushing us to believe in ourselves :)
Well done! and thanks for watching
Great Vid Mate as always. Loving the channel!!
Thanks Aaron, much appreciated
Hey mate. Ripper video. Bars suit the bike. Can't wait to see it. I wouldn't say you're a sooky rider....😉
Lol thanks Blake, you will love the bars, closest I could find to your set up for a SG
A full of knowledge video Aymen. My weekend work was purchasing a waterproof jacket and pants, fitting a new mobile phone holder to the brake side, fitting a camera mount and trying to learn the intricacies of the Boom Box Audio system! A few more lessons needed for me, but it is all fun for a retiree!
Thanks for watching
I put 18" apehangers on my Softail Custom, being 6'3" they suit me just fine, especially on long trips. Mind you, a long trip in the Highlands of Scotland is nothing compared to the distances you do in Oz! Crossing the Nullabor on a Harley is on my bucket list!
18s lol sounds high
Aftermarket Bars to suit your stature is a game changer for comfort but also can make a huge difference handling your ride especially in slow speed manoeuvres
Spot on and thanks for watching
Thanks Amen. MY NEW HOODIE IS AWESOME! You do great quality merc.
I did 14 inch on an FLHTK this spring. pulled my own wires, extened them, depinned and repinned plugs, NO new cables or hydrailic hoses, just reroute. about 8 hours for a backyard mechanic.
I love them and agree with all the advantages. Thanks
Thank you
Nice one 😊
Thank you, appreciated
I'm getting there old age that is 😂😅😂 another great video brother 😊
Thanks 👍
As always great watch. Enjoyable and informative.
Thank you
Great video mate.
Thanks Steve, appreciated 👍
😎👍
Big thumbs up for the channel...
I'm officially 68 years old... Not dead...
Thanks again
Handlebar change nightmare? Nah, it's a pipe-dream :)
Lol
Thanks for the info, will do the same when I get my bike cheers!!
No problem 👍
Nice job! something looking forward in the future change my bars maybe fit also a sissy bar
Well worth it
Thank you Aymen , another informative video !
Looking forward to being able to do chin-ups in my local playground!!
Lol way to go, thanks for watching
Do you have to open clutch housing in order to extend clutch cable ?
I didn't change the clutch cable, i just rerouted it a little to allow for the taller bars
l also purchased the same brand of handlebars for my street glide and was very happy with the quality, price and l also had no problems with the installation. As a matter of interest are you having any issues with looking through your mirrors with your arms in a higher position now.
Yes, lol I cant see a thing. I have drop down brackets coming in the mail and have attached some temp mirrors in the mean time
Great vlog again bro
Rich
UK
Prewired bars are brilliant! I’ve done it fishing the wires and splicing things, what a PITA!! This would make it so much better! Thanks for the video! How are they on tight U turns?
Thanks, surprisingly better than I thought but I need to practice like a beginner again lol
That's a good looking doggo
I have a sport glide and got the Burleigh bars as I had cheaper bars on another bike. I felt flex in the cheaper bars, and after watching Burleigh, they showed the quality of welds and I feel much more confident. As you “ride hard” and are very experienced, I will be curious how you find these more affordable bars in corners with flex and feeling like the will not snap in an accident or even bend in corners. Looking good though
There is no flex at all in these bars, they feel great
Great video mate. Having pre-wired bars would make things a lot easier when changing the bars over!!!! I have heard doing it yourself is such a fun experience! Plenty of swearing included...and yes working on your bike is good for one's self confidence and sense of achievement. Ride safe mate 😎
Thank you
I changed mine to Burleigh Bars, did all the wiring, clutch cable and brake line. It’s very rewarding doing things like this on your bike. Awesome job mate, they look good. Was that Arthur’s seat you went up to? Those corners looked familiar…..
Yes it was and thanks
I just read that HD is closing their Milwaukee Power Train plant on Capital drive. They must be moving it off shore to Brazil, China or elsewhere where the production is cheaper. (you know it won't be better but that has never been HD's goal).
A good sign how easy it is have you started swearing at it yet 😂
Lol it was easy
Did the old suspension bits go in the bin to?
Hey mate what's the pullpack on those bars in inches?
I believe 4 inches
22 here so I’d be a “young not dead, yet”🤣😂🤣
lol, thanks for watching
Great job done , on ya 👍👍👍👍☠️
Thank you
Hi, I need that jacket :) what is it? cheers!
Can use still see out of mirrors ok?
I just added a drop bracket to put the mirrors down within view, it didn't arrive in time for the video
Do you remember, I told you years ago. Change the handlebars. Absolutely.
I just couldn't find bars that were narrow enough until now
Cool are ya hands still outta the wind🍻
Half in the wind, have to wait for winter now to see the effect of that
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I'am happy for you
Thanks
Thumbs up!
Thank you
Fuck I had ago at slapping on my bars an risers took my all day. Lol
Lol, the devils in the detail of what you do - took me a whilst also
Gunna git meez a spanna lol
Lol
The problem is, how are the doctors and lawyers in the States going to find the tools in their book cases. Oh, I get it, they have money. How are they going to get the bike to the dealer?
Nothing wrong with getting your dealer or local independent to fix your bike. I had many years where I had no time to spend in the garage and whilst THEY worked on my bike i was busy on my laptop making money. Each to their own.
I don't trust anyone working on my machines. It takes longer and is more frustrating to have to go back and convince them that they screwed up and then wait for them to fix it right. I am not going to pay someone to fix my stuff when I can do it. I have a garage full of tools and shop manuals for all of my vehicles. Besides, I have been wrenching since I was 13 and enjoy a job well done and say "yes, I did that". Btw, I am a network engineer by trade, not trying to save money, I have enough to outlast me. I may be old but not dead.
I have the best mechanic in my life trust me he is amazing and brilliant beautiful amazing person elite customs look him up Bankstown
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Thanks Tex
What are you saying READ the instructions first😂
Lol