Handle bars on 1600 Classic

Curby · 06-14-2004

Does anyone notice the handle bars feel like they could be swept back just a little??? Maybe 2or3 inches would do. After about 80 + miles I get a slight twinge in upper back and neck.

davidsherrod · 06-14-2004

Curby- I agree. I think they are way too wide- should have been pulled back like you said.

I have loosen the riser bolts and moved the bars down which helped a little. Be careful not to move them too far- they will hit the tank.

I am in the process of installing a set of pull-back risers. Once on I will then cut 1.5" off both ends of the bars. The idea is to bring the bars closer to me and also reduce the width.

I love the seat on this bike but think they could have selected a better set of bars.

*bikeaholic* · 06-14-2004

david hit it on the head-moving them down a little helps some
also i noticed that after putting my backrest on it keeps more forward
in the seat closer tp the bars-at first it felt like it pushing me too far forward
but know i have gotten quite comfortable

06-14-2004	#1 (permalink)
Curby Newbie Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 15	Handle bars on 1600 Classic Does anyone notice the handle bars feel like they could be swept back just a little??? Maybe 2or3 inches would do. After about 80 + miles I get a slight twinge in upper back and neck.

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davidsherrod Newbie Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 11	Curby- I agree. I think they are way too wide- should have been pulled back like you said. I have loosen the riser bolts and moved the bars down which helped a little. Be careful not to move them too far- they will hit the tank. I am in the process of installing a set of pull-back risers. Once on I will then cut 1.5" off both ends of the bars. The idea is to bring the bars closer to me and also reduce the width. I love the seat on this bike but think they could have selected a better set of bars. __________________ David & Carol Sherrod Kingwood, TX 2003 1600 Vulcan

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bikeaholic Sick & Twisted Moderator Forum Supporter Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: edenton north carolina Posts: 4,352	re david hit it on the head-moving them down a little helps some also i noticed that after putting my backrest on it keeps more forward in the seat closer tp the bars-at first it felt like it pushing me too far forward but know i have gotten quite comfortable __________________ 2004 - 1600 classic 1997 - 1200C harley sporty 1985 - 750 Honda Shadow VROC# 20171 Chromaholic #512

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