How To Choose Handlebars & Risers For Harley-Davidson Motorcycles
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- Опубликовано: 24 июл 2024
- Handlebars and Risers for Harley-Davidson Motorcycles
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Overwhelmed by all the handlebar choices for your Harley? Fear no more. Lemmy's here to walk you through your options for one of the most important parts of your motorcycle: where you hold on! Like riders, handlebars come in all shapes and sizes. Find your match, and the open road is yours. 
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Learned more from this video than I’ve ever known about bars. Really appreciate your vast knowledge brother
Keep up the great job!
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As usual, very good video. People wanting to change their handlebars must watch this first! As Lemmy teaches, it's more than 4 bolts and a few screws. I've been riding and wrenching over 50 years, and I learned a thing or two. Thanks again.
I ordered and received my cam cover for my 83 FXWG from you guys 4 years ago. Installed easy with no leaks!
tremendous video. you cover all the possibilities in detail. wonderful for those of us really planning to upgrade. Thank You !
As usual great technical video. Thanks. Now back to the mini bike
I like lemmey he's very knowledgeable and sounds like Kermit the frog on steroids lol.
LMAO!
Oh god now I can’t not hear it lmao
Real slick throw an insult In With a compliment
Right on lmao
I think he sounds more like Seth Rogan...
Thank You for this fantastic lesson on BARS !!! I now have more questions than answers! I have to watch this again for the 3rd time !!! 😎
As always another helpful & fantastic video.
Fair to say your probably the best with content, knowledge & enthusiasm regarding HD advice videos.
Cheers mate 👌
first time listening..first of tgis guy can talk! but I love his knowledge thank you
You gotta love it!! I'm sitting in a pile of empty boxes for about $3k worth of parts. I came up from the garage and decided to spend another grand last night on chrome and audio. Throw this video on and see that I don't have a $7 bar plug for my twin peaks. Now I just placed another $500 order from JP cycles for this weekend. Quick tip. Unless things have broken loose when you order your bars and cables. As of early May you can't find a set in the country. My order placed 4/4/21 showed up 5/14. Dont be in a huge rush.
Dude, you are extremely talented. You could be a star. No shit. Thanks for the knowledge.
im thinking of flipping the mirrors in my superlow. due to the tank size im bit skeptical if replacing the default bars with drag bars be helpful or not. any suggestion will be much helpful.
Lemmy, you're the best. Another great video. I'm looking to put a new set of bars on my new Road King, and I'll buy from Revzilla just on account of this very informative video.
good video, very comprehensive and through!
Some 1-1/4" bagger HD bars require the left side of the bar to be trimmed if heated grips are used so that the controls will fit snugly against the 1" to 1-1/4" step-up. Real important to know before you assemble so that you don't have to take apart and do all over again.
Lemmey is way cool. Always gives a good delivery. Top notch advice.
Thanks guys.
Safe rides. 👍🤜
Very informative. Thank you.
Great vid!!! You do a fantastic job. TYVM!!!
I’m looking to get some lower bars and a fairing for my Street Bob. The mini apes are about 10” of rise. I’m looking for a stock bar that’s only 4” to 6” of rise that lowers my hands slightly without leaning forward much. A Memphis shades fairing and I’m thinking it’s cruising bliss with just a bit of wind deflection.
Very thorough and informative. Excellent!
I have a 2021 trike and I want to change out my OEM handlebars, thanks for the video and I know trikes were not specifically named but bagger’s and ultra’s were and we are in the same family. I have heard that on Harley’s 13 and down models only a 10” and below can be installed without using extension and on a 14 and up models we can use a 12” handlebar. What is your take?
Hi,I feel stretched on my 2016 883,can you recommend some bars that will bring them closer to me.would prefer not haveing to replace the cables.straight swop would be better?thanks
I have an 02 FXSTS Springer with stock 3.5" risers. Took the buckhorns off want to know what bars you guys recommend that won't need to do cables and wires.
Hi im using a drag handlebar on a sportser iron883 2010 model..please advice the type of riser.. that springer type of riser will be suitable for drag handlebar?
Excellent video, thank you. How do I know if my 2019 Harley Roadster xl1200cx has internal wiring? I want to put ape hangers either 8" or 10" but don't know if I should buy pre-wired or just the wire kit along with the bars.
Always great videos!
You guys are killing it . Nice work .
What handlebar risers do I get for 05 sportster?? I tried a couple and they hit the gas tank..
This was super helpful. Thanks Lem!
Can we nominate you from a Grammy or Oscar, or something? Not sure how any of that works, but you videos are the best. Useful information that is reasonably delivered. You are seriously the best.
That was alot of good information Lemmy!
Hola que tal? La barra z de la marca Biltwell modelo keystone. Se le puede instalar los espejos para abajo sin que toque el estanque?
Hi.
I'm from India and riding an XL1200C of 2015. I want to change stock handlebar without changing any cables. Can you suggest the best bar except ape bars though I'm interested in 32wide reach handlebar.
Pl note I have to get it done at service center.
Is there any way to put tbars on a springer front end? I have 12inch mini apes at the moment.
can you post a link of those handlebars with adjustable sweep?
Great video, thanks.
@8:36 what handlebars are those? Does that type of handlebars need new wiring or does oem work?
For a person who has been getting into customizing and not knowing a lot this video was very informative
Thank you Revzilla
Great education, as usual from Mr. Lem
Does anyone know who makes the bars and the model at 7:29 in the video. It's the last bike in the sequence of showing bars on different bikes. I appreciate any help.
simple, easy to catch... well explain... easy when you know what your talking about...
Any advice, pointers on 1993 FLHS handlebar swap? The bike with the odd speedometer tach?
Ok so I have a 86 Sportster XLH 1100 the shop tells me it needs to be bored and honed cost about $1000 or should I just put a 1200 kit on it?
I have 2016 iron with Z bar , I feel like leaning over , and I don’t like it , will riser help? And will I need extent the cables ? Help please
I got rise! Hehe...
changing mine this winter, very informative vid! 👍
What are those risers on the z bars?
I currently have 11 inch "ram horn" bars with a 2 inch riser. (1999 FXDWG OEM)
I'm interested in swapping them for 14 inch lane splitter MX T-bars. Will I need any new cables?
How do different bars change how the bike handles if at all?
Phenomenal video; tons of info, no fluff!
thank you, lemmy.
Very very very informative and presented extremely well..
Great video! You are awesome man!!
I want bars on my 02 Sofetail classic like the factory bars on my 72 FLH. I hate these low ape hangers that were on it when iI bought. I see bars but they aren't for inside wiring. With all the after market bars you would think there would be a ton of stock FLSTC bars on Ebay
very very good informational video even for a mechanic.
Outstanding video
Hello. I have a 1975 harley fxe super glide and I have low drag brand handlebars and I want to add 10 inch ape hanger. So I can I put any handle bars on? I have the single piece knurled clamp and the handle bars I want say it fits 2000s harleys soft tails. Any advice will be cool
Yes, you can put most any 1 inch diameter bars on. -DrewZilla
I just got an iron 883 2019, if I was to buy the mini ape handlebars which have an 8.75 inch rise would I have to get a new cable kit and wiring?
Yes, you will need new cables and wiring. -DrewZilla
Love the channel bro!! Where can I find that do it yourself patch you have? Love that 👍
You just have to look for them online or at random shows. -DrewZilla
If you have a vtx1800c put a stock 2000 honda shadow ace deloux 750C handle bar on it. It fits good and ride like a cruiser should.
Hi, if the Handelbar fits the Low Rider 2019 (FXLR) would also fit the Low Rider S 2021 (FXLRS), the bikes are almost identical, but Harley website says somthing else...
Can you please help?
Greetings from germany
I got some apes for free and the riser don’t cover the grooves fully do I need different handlebars because they don’t fit my motorcycle or can I get new risers to fit it better
[QUESTION] If my understanding is correct. To raise, I could either get a taller bar or longer riser. Why would one choose to raise with handlebar vs riser? I have 17 Dyna s. T bar. 3:17
I have a stock iron 883- and want to put on a set of biltwell chumps. Do I need to do recabling, or are they long enough? thank you
The 8 inch rise on the Chumps is probably too tall to keep the stock cables, but you could get the handlebar and see if the stock cables could work with some cable rerouting. -DrewZilla
Can you tell me which risers revzilla carries that are made to take a 1¼" bar that narrow down to 1" at the clamping area and covers the gaps between the riser and the areas where it steps up to the larger diameter bar?
The standard diameter for risers at the clamping area is 1 inch, so if you have 1 1/4" bars that are stepped down to 1" at the clamping area, then you would want risers that have a one-piece top plate to cover the full width of the 1" stepped down area. Avoid one-piece risers that are angled, as they would show the step down. Look at those that are very rectangular. -DrewZilla
*bit.ly/VTwinRisers_1inchDiameter
Thanks for the info.
I just got a 2019 HD street bob FXBB with factory apes and wanted to get into the t-bars
Rony Gilot exact same boat. I’ve been shopping risers and bars. It sucks! Soo many options.. hard to find something with proven quality.
What handlebar it's perfect for a 5.1 tall person on a road king 2006 ?
Where did you get that cluster mount
My handlebar end cap fell off. What holds it in place? Did another part fall out and is missing? 2003 anniversary RK. Thanks!
Those are likely aftermarket grips, so it would depend how those grips secure their endcaps. You'd have to determine the manufacturer. -DrewZilla
Thank you for the information
Very good video i have 2012 ninja 650 it comes stock with handle bar can you guys do a quik video about touring and naked bikes with handlebars
Hi lemmey I am Arvind form india. I have a fatbob 107softail. Milwaukee 8. i need handle bar risers for this bike, can u suggest something? it shuldnt require extra cables.
How are those factory mirrors on the sporty. I have 08 nightster and haven't fiddled with the mirrors to get the clearance left side hits tank. When I bought it they were under and I made them switch them back and last month decided try it again but haven't gotten the fit right so the hit
They work just fine. -DrewZilla
Any idea the cost on them
What kind of tires are on the Sportster?
Great Video Ty!
When lemmy speaks, the world listens.
yes, nothing like the nuggets of wisdom like if you change your Harleys handlebars you change its looks and your hand position. And he I was thinking it would change where the kickstand would be
Shhhh I'm listening. 😁
what kind of bars was those that had the adjustable sweep. I need those
They're Klock Werks Kliphangers. -DrewZilla
*bit.ly/Kliphanger
Hi sir. May I ask how often do I lube my chain?
Every few hundred kilometers or the interval listed in your owner's manual. -DrewZilla
Lemmy, you look like Bobby from SOA :D
Hahaha true
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Hey Lemmy, I have a 2016 iron 883 , can you tell me the max height for drag specialties riser without changing out my stock cable. What would the max height be in the pullback riser and the straight riser ? Thanks !!
Your bike in particular has very little slack, you can really only get another 2" up in the riser, which would be the same for straight or pullback style.
-Zack
Perfect , Thanks for the info 👍
How much higher can you go without having to replace cables?
What type of tires the sporster has ???
I just bought my first Harley Davidson. It's a fatboy 2010. It currently has pretty high Ape Hangers on it. Im not sure i like that, and would personally rather have a 6-8" t bar, fat dragbar or something like that. Im not 100 sure yet. But my question is, when it is currenty fitted with apes (im not sure about the rising, since i havent picked up the bike yet. But im guessing maybe 17" rise) What about the wiring then? Im guessing the wiring will be far too long when i lower it to, lets say 8" dragbars? Or will it be fine with nice cable management? Hope someone can help me! :D
You will most likely need to get shorter clutch/brake/throttle lines and perhaps shorten the wiring, but you won't know until you get the bike and see. -DrewZilla
Thank you.
Nice video, as always, from Lemmy
Lemmy what about my 2008 low rider. That darn indicator clamp. Trying to do a tbar look. Any thoughts??
And hide the wires.
If you want to still have indicators with a T-bar, the most popular thing is to use is small Motogadget gauges. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/motogadget-motoscope-mini-speedometer
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/motogadget-motoscope-mini-combination-handlebar-clip-kit-bracket
Biltwell also make dope helmets if like a more retro style. I ride a 3/4 from them. Matte black with the logo in cursive in shiny black . looks great with my fatboy lo.
I started looking into the cost to get a set of shoulder height apes.. with the really angular shape instead of rounded from upright to the hand grip area … HOLY SHIT… $$$$$$$
Does anyone know the speedo used at 5:27?
Cruisers/HDs with clips ons are my go-to. LOVE that look.
i think u got pullback and sweep backwards
Lemmys awesome
Ty Lem
How do I find the bars showing at 0:28 in your website?
Right here! Hope this helps. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/biltwell-moto-bar-1-handlebars
Love the content great video but who the hell welded up those display boxes 🤣🙈
who makes those bar with the adjustable sweep?
It sounds like you are referring to the Arlen Ness Modular Handlebars. They are available in a couple of different varieties for Harley Davidson and Victory Motorcycles.
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/arlen-ness-125-modular-handlebars-for-harley-touring -DM
who makes the apes there that have ZLA on the base there???
I have a bad back. On my 2000 Electra glide they are stock bars. What style bars would be best to take tension off my back? I’m thinking a very up straight riding position would be best. With the stick bar I stay slightly hunched over and I’m about 6 ft 2 in tall.
Yes, I would recommend handlebars with more pullback and possibly more height. Unfortunately, we don't have the stock bar dimensions on-hand, but if you eyeball the height, width, and pullback of your current bars with a tape measure, you can send us an email or give us a call to discuss further. We can be reached at cs@revzilla.com or 877-792-9455. -DrewZilla
Really, I was thinking beach bars but you say that would not be a good idea?
Right now there stock bars on a Electra glide.
Sorry already told you that. There in the stock position. I’ll take some measurements email or call. Thank you.
Thx
What handlebars are those on the sportster? Thanks
They're the Biltwell 1" Moto Bars. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/biltwell-moto-bar-1-handlebars
I listened to the whole video,didn't get the answer that I was looking for.
Wanted to know how to factor in the height in inches that will relate into the shortened reach as well.
I have heard that for every 1 inch in height,it will also shorten 1 inch in reach distance as well...I'm Not sure about that but was hoping to get that answered in the video.
I am planning to buy soon the 2020 FXLRS...
Trying to decide to either go LD's 13 (11")...or the MX SD Bar (12").
I am 5' 4" in height so I'm kinda short,I want the bars at shoulder level.
I don't want the bar to be at full arm extension but neither do I want it to be too close.I have looked at many videos to get some good idea but only getting confused.
A reply would be much appreciated if you can clear this up for me to go in the right direction...and Thanks👍😎.
There's no hard and fast rule about height to reach. There are a lot of factors: the angle of the bars, the pullback, your torso length, and your arm length. You will need to measure the height and pullback of the stock handlebar then put your hands in the desired position in the air and have someone measure the difference from the stock bar. -DrewZilla
@@RevZilla
Thanks for the reply and info👍😎.