Mini apes.. How high ??

[Ridefree]

Right now I have Chuckster's 2" risers on my stock handle bars but would like to have a set of mini apes . I like the look better than that of risers . I've read many posts about them and all are very positive . I like where my arms are now but wouldn't mind an extra inch or two . I don't want to have to change the wiring or cables so from what I see 12" is the way to go with the stock riser . Should make it 14" ( if that's correct ) . Are there any recommendations as to the ones I need . Thanks for the help in advance !!

[baggerbob]

On a 1500 you can only go 10"s or so before you need a new front upper brake line. I did the Santee 11" bagger apes on my last nomad and had to change the brake line. As far as wiring you can get by without extending them up to about 14" s as long as you leave them outside the bars. Just installed a set of 14's on my 1500 and extended the front brake line and internally ran the wires extending them 12"s. I'm 5'9 and the 14's are shoulder height.

[Ridefree]

Thanks for all the info . I'm pretty sure the 12's are going to be what I want . I don't want the bars to be any higher than they are now . It's more for the look . Thanks for the heads up on the break line . I'll do some research and pick up an extension before I start tearing things apart .

Ride save !!!

[baggerbob]

Depending on the pull back the brake line may reach at 12" but I highly doubt it. You'll also have to run the clutch line behind the triple tree. If you find a local good ridge brake line dealer you can take you stock upper line and have them send it off to them. Cost about $50. Good ridge is local to me so I took mine to them and it took two days and $40

[gillisfire]

I just changed my handle bars last weekend. I went with 2 inch risers and 10 inch bars with a 6 inch pull back. I did internal wiring, so I had to add an extension to the wires. The clutch line had plenty of slack to install with it still in the triple tree. I was also able to leave the brake line in the triple tree, but it is stretched and has very little slack.

[Ridefree]

[QUOTE=gillisfire;629017]I just changed my handle bars last weekend. I went with 2 inch risers and 10 inch bars with a 6 inch pull back. I did internal wiring, so I had to add an extension to the wires. The clutch line had plenty of slack to install with it still in the triple tree. I was also able to leave the brake line in the triple tree, but it is stretched and has very little slack.[/QUOTE

Would it be possible to see pics , if not where are your hands located in reference to your shoulders ( how tall are you ? )

Thanks for your help . much appreciated !!

[Hoppy]

Originally Posted by gillisfire

I just changed my handle bars last weekend. I went with 2 inch risers and 10 inch bars with a 6 inch pull back. I did internal wiring, so I had to add an extension to the wires. The clutch line had plenty of slack to install with it still in the triple tree. I was also able to leave the brake line in the triple tree, but it is stretched and has very little slack.

Did you extend the wires yourself or did you get a kit? If you got a kit can I ask what kit you where you got it?
Thanks, Hoppy

[gillisfire]

I will have to try and get pictures tomorrow. The skies were clear when I left for work this morning, but had to ride through a monsoon on the way home. So I have my bike put up and covered rite now.

I am 6'2'' and my hands are just below shoulder height. The main thing I was looking for was the pull back, the height was an added bonus. It may be possible to go another inch taller if I took the hoses out of the triple tree, but as it is now, the front brake is at it's max length.

So with the set up I have, if using OEM risers (1''), then the bars would be an 11'' rise. Since I have 2'' risers, I went with a 10'' rise bars. So my final after market bar rise is 11''. And as said, it may be possible to go with a 12'' rise if you take the hoses out of the triple tree.

[Ridefree]

Hey , thanks a lot . That would be great . I really like that look . 10's or 11's may just do the trick with the oem risers . I'm 5' 9" and want the bars to be just below my shoulders .
I hate getting stuck in storms also . Sure puts you on high alert .

[Oracle]

Here is my '01 1500 with 12" apes.
I kept all of the wiring and lines where they were, just changed the handlebars and it worked flawlessly.

This is the handlebar I went with...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ilpage_o02_s00

[Bud2rat]

Originally Posted by Oracle

Here is my '01 1500 with 12" apes.
I kept all of the wiring and lines where they were, just changed the handlebars and it worked flawlessly.

This is the handlebar I went with...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ilpage_o02_s00

I have the same set of bars....no problems on install.

[Ridefree]

Thanks guys . Really appreciate all the help . That's exactly what I want . Gonna order mine right now .

Ride safe my fellow vulcanites

[Hoppy]

Originally Posted by Oracle

Here is my '01 1500 with 12" apes.
I kept all of the wiring and lines where they were, just changed the handlebars and it worked flawlessly.

This is the handlebar I went with...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...ilpage_o02_s00

I order these bars last night and they should be here this friday. Looking forward to getting them and if they look half as good on my '03 as they do your '01 I will be satisfied.
What Highway Pegs are those on your bike? I just got my Nomad last friday so I don't know what other riders are using for modifications yet but I do know my 28 or 29" inseam legs won't reach Highway Pegs mounted to the engine guards unless they had the Longhorn Offsets and I'm not sure how those would look.
thanks,
Hoppy

[Ridefree]

Originally Posted by Hoppy

I order these bars last night and they should be here this friday. Looking forward to getting them and if they look half as good on my '03 as they do your '01 I will be satisfied.
What Highway Pegs are those on your bike? I just got my Nomad last friday so I don't know what other riders are using for modifications yet but I do know my 28 or 29" inseam legs won't reach Highway Pegs mounted to the engine guards unless they had the Longhorn Offsets and I'm not sure how those would look.
thanks,
Hoppy

Hello ,welcome to the forum !! A friend of mine has this set and loves them . They are a bit pricey but they look good . I'm changing mine as soon as I get the handle bar set up complete . Just be sure the bar you have is 1 1/4 .
http://www.cruisercustomizing.com/of...h/part/KY-7993

[Oracle]

Originally Posted by Hoppy

I order these bars last night and they should be here this friday. Looking forward to getting them and if they look half as good on my '03 as they do your '01 I will be satisfied.
What Highway Pegs are those on your bike? I just got my Nomad last friday so I don't know what other riders are using for modifications yet but I do know my 28 or 29" inseam legs won't reach Highway Pegs mounted to the engine guards unless they had the Longhorn Offsets and I'm not sure how those would look.
thanks,
Hoppy

That's awesome Hoppy, can't wait to see the pictures...

What I'm using is actually a plate that mounts on the bottom of the foot board. My legs are a tab bit longer than yours so I understand not being able to use the ones that mount on the hwy bar without it looking crazy.
I don't know where to get them because they came with the bike, but I will find out and let you know... I love them and use them almost everyday, even on short rides... The location is very comfortable...