Great video Michael. I did a full bar install on my road glide years ago, it was stressful. On my sport glide I kept the stock bars but added 4” risers, I am quite pleased. Now if only there was a virtual machine , where we could try out all the bars on our bikes that would be a game changer. Oh well maybe someday, happy riding. Cheers.
Rob haha I know what you mean! I think I have only seen 1 or 2 other bikes here in Australia (in person) with riser and moto bar setup. So this was a really hard decision to get right! Fortunately the riser legs on these Kraus risers are interchangeable- so you can swap just the legs if you ever wanted to change the height 💪
Those bars made your ride a 10/10 and also you have entered the dyna realm. I know it's gonna be comfy and will perform well. Im rocking mini apes on my Sportster since im 6ft 1', i went with 10' height to save my back 😅 no more backaches!.
Great choice. I looked to buy exactly the same set-up for my Sport Glide six months ago, but had a problem finding a Kraus distributor in Europe who actually worked with the company and knew the product. Kraus offered to sell direct and ship to me, but there are currently high customs tariffs between the US and Europe and it proved to be an expensive option. There was also a small downside as the moto bars will not allow heated grips to be fitted, but I could have lived with that. I am still looking at alternatives, but can’t find anything I like as much. Looking forward to the next video on how the Kraus bars and risers affect the handling.
Peter Connell ahh mate, that is a shame about the tariffs etc. I imagine heated grips would be nice in Europe - maybe could look into hand guards to help with wind deflection? I have to admit, the quality of these are amazing compared to everything else I have seen. Comfort, handling + style - everything has been improved drastically 👌
I also have been looking at the Kraus risers the last couple of months....can’t find a dealer in Europe either....but I think I will buy it in US even though the shipping will be 320 $ and I will have to pay some tax to get it to Denmark....so way over 850 $ to get it here.....😏
I base my motorcycle piloting on the ergonomics of the skeleton based on Thai chi science. What works for one will be disaster for some. So height, inseam, arms, wrist, hands all need to be considered. Great Video, most informative video I’ve found thus far about the pilot becoming one with the machine.
I added the 4" risers and i've gained a lot of comfort riding and so I have an Idea how comfortable could be those 10" risers but unfortunately I don't like the line of the bike with those mounted. But everyone has their own tastes. Good video as usual. 👍
Bike looks mean as, great info in this video mate, awesome job. Without a doubt go higher, you will never regret having more. Can't believe you waited that long to get higher bars hahaha 12" Burleigh bars on my Street 500 and 14" Harley Chizeled bars on my Road King Special. With the Street maybe 14" would of been good but I don't regret it as the riding position isn't the same on the RKS. Glad you got Pro's to do the install, so many people DIY and pinch cables, and its just worth it unless you really know what you are doing... bars not working is kinda dangerous :S Great track with this too btw, the amount of effort you put into these videos is amazing
Andrew Madge thanks mate, glad you like the bike and enjoyed the video! Yes a lot of effort goes in but I really enjoy sharing my love of motorcycles 💪 i saw your bikes pop up on Facebook and they look great - can’t believe it took me so long to change the bars 😅 Happy I left the install to the pros, clutch and brakes are far too important for me to be playing with - Perth HD did a great job 👌
If you're still looking for a bar bag go to eBay and type in tactical bags..There's heaps of different shapes and sizes, they're good quality and cheap..Win win👍👍
michael matheson you got to see them and try them in person - seriously incredible quality and look amazing. But yes, personal preferences! Thanks for watching as always mate ✌️⚡️
Great video! I read through all the comments and didn't see anything about vibration. A month ago I installed 12" T-Bars from someone else and above 3k RPMs, it's terrible. Like you're hanging on to a foot massager at the fair. With my stock bars with 4" risers there was hardly any buzzing or vibration so I'm sure it's the T-Bars acting like a tuning fork and just resonating.
All bars are different and depends on what bushing you use also. Stock bikes have fat rubber bushing which remove vibration but give handling a mushy feeling. Most aftermarket use polyeurathene bushings which are a middle ground for vibration and handling. These Kraus riders use billet bushings which means extremely direct feedback in handling inputs - but high vibration. So Kraus added rubbing vibration dampeners in the mid section of the riser where it clamps to the bar. Best of both worlds. I have no vibration issues with these bars.
@@TheMotoBarista I'm glad to hear that. Mine shipped today so I'll have them on by the weekend if all goes well. Thanks for the response! Glad to see you back on the bikes again too!
Hope you’re recovery is going well. I just watched this older video about handlebar risers. I have 2018 SportGlide and find it more comfortable having installed 6” curved pullback risers, Corbin seat with backrest, floorboards in place of pegs (allows increased foot position flexibility) and Memphis Shades screen. I’m intrigued by the higher (almost apehanger like) risers but have to say they look less comfortable and that you’re stretched forward to reach them compared with natural seating position...? Thanks for great videos.
Hey mate, recovery is going well, have been walking for a couple of weeks now, just working on my shoulder now. These bars and riders are extremely comfy for me especially compared to the stock bars. With stock I was reaching forward and down causing my to bend my bike forward. Now I am sitting a lot more upright and my hands are straight forward with a small bend in the elbows and at about armpit height. For me I find this a lot more comfortable and also find I use a lot more control on the bike as it provided a more responsive input to the bars. In comparison I find traditional ape hangars to be too wide and have too much turnout for my preference.
@@TheMotoBarista Interesting. Thanks for the prompt comments. I’ve experienced lower back problems and hence find the sit back position with 6” risers and backrest helpful. Arms and hands are thereby relaxed and with pronounced elbow bend. Higher bars just look uncomfortable but o guess I should give them a try. Best wishes for speedy recovery and return to bike riding.
I going to order tomorrow you get this reply what you think about looks with this set up on road king I got factory 47s 12 inch now and there just not cutting it.
Great Channel,,Looking forward to Some Ridgy Didge Content..I was Considering the Sport Glide a while ago But Decided to trade my 18 1200 Roadster on the 2020 Low rider S as it suits my needs more.. Also I was so impressed with it I even Sold my New Show winning 2019 Gsxs 750z so now I'm back to just a Car and one bike Rego too..
Hey mate, I know this was years ago but I only just came across your videos as I have a 2022 SG and in search for a better set up. I’m 5’11 so I would probably go the 8” as it adds extra. I clicked on your links in bio and they no longer work haha, I’m about to research something similar anyways, thought I would let you know. Thanks for the vids if it wasn’t for ppl like you we would be broke from buying the wrong shit constantly 😅
Iam recently looking for riser handle bar for my 2016 dyna low rider and this is exactly what i would like to have. Very informative video, a little pricey when i look into it but you get what you pay for. Anyway, intro was great, would you mind sharing the song track ?
Nice bars! I got 34” inseam as well, just wondering if it was possible to lower the foot pegs so your knees are below your hips. Are you totally comfortable with the ergonomics? Or coming from motocross background would you have preferred sitting with hips and knees at 90 degree position. Great videos, thanks in advance.
I have the stock foot controls which are a mid/forward position - I find it really comfortable for my size legs. I find proper mid controls - like on the Low Rider - is uncomfortable for me as it pushes my knees up to hips too much.
Great video as usual. Very helpful. I have decided to change the risers on my ride so that the grips are on a horizontal level to my shoulders. I have decided on the KRAUS KICKBACK ISOLATED RISERS. I like the wider stock handle bars so hopefully don't need to change those. I can't decide as to whether to get the 10"or the 12" risers no matter how many times I measure. Having installed the 10" risers would say your grips are horizintaly in line with your shoulders or do you think they are a little lower? The video does't quite illustrate that. Let me ask you another way. having ridden with the 10" risers for a while now, do you think you would have preferred your grips 2" higher or do you think your 10" risers were and are your optimum height? I also have the 2018 Sport Glide. Any advice coming my way is appreciated. I am 5'11" . Thanks.
Jacob Khakshouri hey dude, glad you like the video! First off all, you will have to change the bars - the stock bars are 1 1/4” and the risers support bars that are 1 1/8” wide, there is also a 1” option too. To be honest though, you’ll like the straight across MX bar - way better for comfort and handling. In terms of height I would say at 6ft tall and 34” inseam that the bars are perhaps just lower than my shoulders but only just - so depends if I am sitting upright or slouching too. I am happy with 10” - perfect height for me - any higher and I would be giving up some handling performance I think. The straight bit of riser legs are actually interchangeable so if you decide you want higher or lower later on you can just swap them out for a different size. Hope this helps!
Really really appreciate the prompt response and yes your answers are very helpful. I was aware of the 1/8 difference in the diameter but I thought I could neutralize the difference. However, I never considered there would be any difference in comfort and handling with a straight bar. Thinking about it in terms of Physics it makes perfect sense. which makes me a little annoyed with myself considering my background :-) .. Installing a straight bar also answer the question of whether I should use a 10" or 12" riser. Due to the 1 1/2-2" rise within the stock bar, which you have also correctly referred to in your video, points to the 12". Thanks to you. I have been going back and forth on this for a few weeks now. I will miss the chunkiness of the stock bar, though I think I can find a little wider bar hopefully. Your video also convinced me to use same wires as you. The contrast looks amazing. By the way besides your bar, any input on other bars out there? I also spend time before I make a decision. A big part of the fun in riding. As an example, I have been waiting 2 years for Magnaflow to release their Rockstar 2 into 1 exhaust pipe for our ride. 2 Years! As for the cleaner, I waited for a year for Kuryakyn to manufacture the Mach 2 Co-Ax. I finally purchased one and had a new back plate made for it. I have used a lot of Kuryakyn in personalizing Perla such as grips, pegs, etc. I have also stripped off the black paint from the forks and so have a chrome front end. My next change is to replace the triple trees with a rake 4-7 degree so that the front leg is extended 3-5 inches. A bit of a challenge since there's isn't one manufactured yet. The FXDR uses the same triple tree but its only 4 degree rake. If I can't find a 6 or 7 then I will settle for that. By now I am sure you realize that I am taking Perla to a 70s-80s look while everyone is moving forward into the 21st century :-). I want that nostalgic and traditional look with the 21st century technology mix. Anyway, thanks again for your videos and your reply. Kraus 12" chrome Riser it is.
Jacob Khakshouri from my understanding the mx bars are all very similar - just depends on width - either 1” which come in different types of height/bend (check Thrashin Supply Bars) but if you want 1 1/8” they are are standard mx width. I went with Kraus because I trusted their powder coating and machine cutting for internal wiring and throttle by wire. Sounds like you have an awesome bike dude - I’d love a 70s/80s style bike for fun!
Hi Michael, I’ve a 2021 FLSB and I would like to change my OEM handlebar for a Biltwell Tyson XL 8’’. As I saw in this video you’ve 10’’ risers and you saying you’ve changed all your cables (which ones exactly please?), do you think I need to change all my cables with 8’’ risers? Thanks in advance!
I prefer doing cables with handlebar jobs as you can upgrade your cable quality and also you are guaranteed to have 0 fitment issues. I changed the complete clutch cable, and the first part of the brake cable that runs from the bars to the connection. If unsure always best to get an a parts list from your local dealer or shop to make sure you have everything.
Thanks for the review. given these riser legs are interchangeable, does that make them less safe or so to say more flimsy because of having to screw the legs into the riser? vs other risers like Hardcase risers being all one piece.
As long as you have everything tightened to spec you’ll be fine. I have been running these for 6 months including long 6-8 hour days and no issues with them at all. Also they are a very popular company in the performance Harley segment and haven’t seen anyone have any issues like the ones you brought up!
@@TheMotoBarista Thanks for the reply. these risers legs coming apart kind of worried me about them being as safe. also im still debating if i should sacrifice the extra $200 on these vs hard case risers. will i get the performance they promise?! we will see..
Troy Beale I personally prefer the look of the bar + riser set up. Also, from what I have heard from others one piece results in more vibrations through the bars.
Great video! I am 5ft 10 on a low rider s Would I be ok going 8 inch rise Or do I go 10 inch being that I am 2 inches shorter. Your thoughts if you were 2 inches shorter? Thanks bro
I would say definitely go the kickback it really helps with comfort and personally think looks better. In terms of height - it is tricky because it is purely personal preference. So here are some notes that might help you a bit more - I am 6ft but I have long legs and a shorter torso/arms, so perhaps your upper body/reach is similar to mine. I am happy with my height, I was thinking about the 8” but a few people told me if you are deciding between 2 heights - go the taller because you will always wish you went taller! So I think you should go the 10”. Unless you want a bike purely for performance- 8” will allow you to ride and turn more aggressively. 10” will have you cruising and feeling like a badass. Hope this helps mate 🤟🤟
Big difference is the vibration dampeners inside the risers rather than requiring poly bushings like the others. So you get hard mounting and vibration dampening.
Ok i am on the fence I am looking at the 12inch Kraus pull back riser with the lucky daves moto bar because it is narrower or the harley 12inch fat chizeled handle bar for my 2018 heritage 114 to complete my club look. I already did led turn signals laid down license plate saddleman setup seat rinehart 2 in 1 exhaust with a s&s 475 cam dyno tuned. What cables did you use for front brake and ride by wire ?
Hey mate, I used the the braided cables from Harley. Can't remember the length but the dealer sorted the part out for me. I havent seen mx bars and risers on a heritage - i am intrigued!
looks like you can barely reach the bars - arms straight. Not sure if it's just how it looks, but it doesn't look like you would have good low speed control with that setup. How is it at low speeds?
It’s because my feet are down and I’m slouched back. In riding position with upright posture and feet up on the boards, it’s totally different. Lots of bend in the elbows and easy slow speed manoeuvres.
Depends on how long your torso and arms are. Everyone has different proportions. Also depends on the seat you have and if it pushes you forward or sits you back. I used a tape measure and tried to guess my fitment.
@@TheMotoBarista Yeah that is the downside of the kraus risers they are like 550.00 just for the riser but I think i want the dampener effect . You do not get that with the bung king , biltwell or lucky dave risers. Dam cables are high too. But hey it aint cheap to look good lol.
Yeh dude, it is pricey. But I will say, I have seen other cheaper brands on bikes and the difference is massive. It isn’t even close. You definitely get your money’s worth.
When I get mine this is the setup I want.
Thx for these vids.
Great video Michael. I did a full bar install on my road glide years ago, it was stressful. On my sport glide I kept the stock bars but added 4” risers, I am quite pleased. Now if only there was a virtual machine , where we could try out all the bars on our bikes that would be a game changer. Oh well maybe someday, happy riding. Cheers.
Rob haha I know what you mean! I think I have only seen 1 or 2 other bikes here in Australia (in person) with riser and moto bar setup. So this was a really hard decision to get right! Fortunately the riser legs on these Kraus risers are interchangeable- so you can swap just the legs if you ever wanted to change the height 💪
Those bars made your ride a 10/10 and also you have entered the dyna realm. I know it's gonna be comfy and will perform well. Im rocking mini apes on my Sportster since im 6ft 1', i went with 10' height to save my back 😅 no more backaches!.
sooraj sai cheers dude! Yeh, I agree - these bars are a game changer, so happy with outcome. Performance and comfort are so much better now ⚡️⚡️
Hey bud do the apes help your back a lot? I’m 6’1” and have a bad back. I don’t wanna slouch or lean forward
Great choice. I looked to buy exactly the same set-up for my Sport Glide six months ago, but had a problem finding a Kraus distributor in Europe who actually worked with the company and knew the product. Kraus offered to sell direct and ship to me, but there are currently high customs tariffs between the US and Europe and it proved to be an expensive option. There was also a small downside as the moto bars will not allow heated grips to be fitted, but I could have lived with that. I am still looking at alternatives, but can’t find anything I like as much. Looking forward to the next video on how the Kraus bars and risers affect the handling.
Peter Connell ahh mate, that is a shame about the tariffs etc. I imagine heated grips would be nice in Europe - maybe could look into hand guards to help with wind deflection? I have to admit, the quality of these are amazing compared to everything else I have seen. Comfort, handling + style - everything has been improved drastically 👌
I also have been looking at the Kraus risers the last couple of months....can’t find a dealer in Europe either....but I think I will buy it in US even though the shipping will be 320 $ and I will have to pay some tax to get it to Denmark....so way over 850 $ to get it here.....😏
I base my motorcycle piloting on the ergonomics of the skeleton based on Thai chi science. What works for one will be disaster for some. So height, inseam, arms, wrist, hands all need to be considered. Great Video, most informative video I’ve found thus far about the pilot becoming one with the machine.
I added the 4" risers and i've gained a lot of comfort riding and so I have an Idea how comfortable could be those 10" risers but unfortunately I don't like the line of the bike with those mounted. But everyone has their own tastes. Good video as usual. 👍
Andrea Nasisi yeh I know what you mean. I think the kickback really helps with the lines compared to to straight risers. Thanks for watching ✌️
Bike looks mean as, great info in this video mate, awesome job. Without a doubt go higher, you will never regret having more. Can't believe you waited that long to get higher bars hahaha
12" Burleigh bars on my Street 500 and 14" Harley Chizeled bars on my Road King Special. With the Street maybe 14" would of been good but I don't regret it as the riding position isn't the same on the RKS.
Glad you got Pro's to do the install, so many people DIY and pinch cables, and its just worth it unless you really know what you are doing... bars not working is kinda dangerous :S
Great track with this too btw, the amount of effort you put into these videos is amazing
Andrew Madge thanks mate, glad you like the bike and enjoyed the video! Yes a lot of effort goes in but I really enjoy sharing my love of motorcycles 💪 i saw your bikes pop up on Facebook and they look great - can’t believe it took me so long to change the bars 😅 Happy I left the install to the pros, clutch and brakes are far too important for me to be playing with - Perth HD did a great job 👌
Another good video the bike is coming along nicely I have heard good things about this brand.
PR S thanks mate, yeh nothing but good things about Kraus and getting these products in hand - the quality really does live up to the praise ⚡️
If you're still looking for a bar bag go to eBay and type in tactical bags..There's heaps of different shapes and sizes, they're good quality and cheap..Win win👍👍
I’ll check it out cheers!
Can't decide... pogo stick, or kids scooter.
Not my style Michael.
Each to their own.
Nice video with your usual well articulated explanations etc
michael matheson you got to see them and try them in person - seriously incredible quality and look amazing. But yes, personal preferences! Thanks for watching as always mate ✌️⚡️
Great video MB, lots of information. 👍🏻
Mike Georgiou cheers legend 🤙⚡️
Awesome video. Love the look. I believe you just helped me decide on which bars I want to install on my Sport Glide. Keep up the good work. RSMF.
BCB SILVER HAWK thanks dude - glad I could help! Seriously amazing product- look great but comfort and performance is next level! 💪💪
Great video! I read through all the comments and didn't see anything about vibration. A month ago I installed 12" T-Bars from someone else and above 3k RPMs, it's terrible. Like you're hanging on to a foot massager at the fair. With my stock bars with 4" risers there was hardly any buzzing or vibration so I'm sure it's the T-Bars acting like a tuning fork and just resonating.
All bars are different and depends on what bushing you use also. Stock bikes have fat rubber bushing which remove vibration but give handling a mushy feeling. Most aftermarket use polyeurathene bushings which are a middle ground for vibration and handling.
These Kraus riders use billet bushings which means extremely direct feedback in handling inputs - but high vibration. So Kraus added rubbing vibration dampeners in the mid section of the riser where it clamps to the bar. Best of both worlds. I have no vibration issues with these bars.
@@TheMotoBarista I'm glad to hear that. Mine shipped today so I'll have them on by the weekend if all goes well. Thanks for the response! Glad to see you back on the bikes again too!
I went factory 47 12” with kickback on my softtail slim
Hope you’re recovery is going well. I just watched this older video about handlebar risers. I have 2018 SportGlide and find it more comfortable having installed 6” curved pullback risers, Corbin seat with backrest, floorboards in place of pegs (allows increased foot position flexibility) and Memphis Shades screen. I’m intrigued by the higher (almost apehanger like) risers but have to say they look less comfortable and that you’re stretched forward to reach them compared with natural seating position...?
Thanks for great videos.
Hey mate, recovery is going well, have been walking for a couple of weeks now, just working on my shoulder now. These bars and riders are extremely comfy for me especially compared to the stock bars. With stock I was reaching forward and down causing my to bend my bike forward. Now I am sitting a lot more upright and my hands are straight forward with a small bend in the elbows and at about armpit height. For me I find this a lot more comfortable and also find I use a lot more control on the bike as it provided a more responsive input to the bars. In comparison I find traditional ape hangars to be too wide and have too much turnout for my preference.
@@TheMotoBarista Interesting. Thanks for the prompt comments. I’ve experienced lower back problems and hence find the sit back position with 6” risers and backrest helpful. Arms and hands are thereby relaxed and with pronounced elbow bend. Higher bars just look uncomfortable but o guess I should give them a try. Best wishes for speedy recovery and return to bike riding.
Thinking about this set up on my 22 road king special
Worth it.
I going to order tomorrow you get this reply what you think about looks with this set up on road king I got factory 47s 12 inch now and there just not cutting it.
I’m 5”7 I’m waiting no a seat it’s going to drop my an inch having heel of a time deciding yo go with 10 pullbacks or 8 pullbacks
Great Video, one of the most informative iv come across........ subscribing to your channel for sure......thanks man.
Great Channel,,Looking forward to Some Ridgy Didge Content..I was Considering the Sport Glide a while ago But Decided to trade my 18 1200 Roadster on the 2020 Low rider S as it suits my needs more.. Also I was so impressed with it I even Sold my New Show winning 2019 Gsxs 750z so now I'm back to just a Car and one bike Rego too..
Hey mate, I know this was years ago but I only just came across your videos as I have a 2022 SG and in search for a better set up. I’m 5’11 so I would probably go the 8” as it adds extra. I clicked on your links in bio and they no longer work haha, I’m about to research something similar anyways, thought I would let you know. Thanks for the vids if it wasn’t for ppl like you we would be broke from buying the wrong shit constantly 😅
Iam recently looking for riser handle bar for my 2016 dyna low rider and this is exactly what i would like to have. Very informative video, a little pricey when i look into it but you get what you pay for. Anyway, intro was great, would you mind sharing the song track ?
Which faring do you have in this video? Looking to get risers and a faring n like the look of what you’ve got here.
Thanks mate, this is the El Paso windshield from Memphis Shades 🤘
Nice bars! I got 34” inseam as well, just wondering if it was possible to lower the foot pegs so your knees are below your hips. Are you totally comfortable with the ergonomics? Or coming from motocross background would you have preferred sitting with hips and knees at 90 degree position. Great videos, thanks in advance.
I have the stock foot controls which are a mid/forward position - I find it really comfortable for my size legs. I find proper mid controls - like on the Low Rider - is uncomfortable for me as it pushes my knees up to hips too much.
That's exact;y the bars I have from Krause on my Dyna/ Its excellent
FletchDyna they are an amazing product. Absolutely blown away with quality, fit/finish, comfort and performance 🤙⚡️
How tall are you exactly? Did you go 8 or 10 for the risers? I'm 5' 10" even
@@mikeessary4925 did you go 8in or 10 in?
@@mikestalbird3973 I went with the 8 inch. Love em
@@mikeessary4925 Nice I'm 5 10' as well and just went with the 8in pullbacks for my 19 fat bob , I'm more excited now to hear that you like the set up
How tall are you ? The bars look the perfect height for you. What wiring kit did you use ?
I am 6ft with a 34" inseam. I used the Harley braided cables.
Great video as usual. Very helpful. I have decided to change the risers on my ride so that the grips are on a horizontal level to my shoulders. I have decided on the KRAUS KICKBACK ISOLATED RISERS. I like the wider stock handle bars so hopefully don't need to change those. I can't decide as to whether to get the 10"or the 12" risers no matter how many times I measure. Having installed the 10" risers would say your grips are horizintaly in line with your shoulders or do you think they are a little lower? The video does't quite illustrate that. Let me ask you another way. having ridden with the 10" risers for a while now, do you think you would have preferred your grips 2" higher or do you think your 10" risers were and are your optimum height? I also have the 2018 Sport Glide. Any advice coming my way is appreciated. I am 5'11" . Thanks.
Jacob Khakshouri hey dude, glad you like the video! First off all, you will have to change the bars - the stock bars are 1 1/4” and the risers support bars that are 1 1/8” wide, there is also a 1” option too. To be honest though, you’ll like the straight across MX bar - way better for comfort and handling. In terms of height I would say at 6ft tall and 34” inseam that the bars are perhaps just lower than my shoulders but only just - so depends if I am sitting upright or slouching too. I am happy with 10” - perfect height for me - any higher and I would be giving up some handling performance I think. The straight bit of riser legs are actually interchangeable so if you decide you want higher or lower later on you can just swap them out for a different size. Hope this helps!
Really really appreciate the prompt response and yes your answers are very helpful. I was aware of the 1/8 difference in the diameter but I thought I could neutralize the difference. However, I never considered there would be any difference in comfort and handling with a straight bar. Thinking about it in terms of Physics it makes perfect sense. which makes me a little annoyed with myself considering my background :-) .. Installing a straight bar also answer the question of whether I should use a 10" or 12" riser. Due to the 1 1/2-2" rise within the stock bar, which you have also correctly referred to in your video, points to the 12". Thanks to you. I have been going back and forth on this for a few weeks now. I will miss the chunkiness of the stock bar, though I think I can find a little wider bar hopefully. Your video also convinced me to use same wires as you. The contrast looks amazing. By the way besides your bar, any input on other bars out there? I also spend time before I make a decision. A big part of the fun in riding. As an example, I have been waiting 2 years for Magnaflow to release their Rockstar 2 into 1 exhaust pipe for our ride. 2 Years! As for the cleaner, I waited for a year for Kuryakyn to manufacture the Mach 2 Co-Ax. I finally purchased one and had a new back plate made for it. I have used a lot of Kuryakyn in personalizing Perla such as grips, pegs, etc. I have also stripped off the black paint from the forks and so have a chrome front end. My next change is to replace the triple trees with a rake 4-7 degree so that the front leg is extended 3-5 inches. A bit of a challenge since there's isn't one manufactured yet. The FXDR uses the same triple tree but its only 4 degree rake. If I can't find a 6 or 7 then I will settle for that. By now I am sure you realize that I am taking Perla to a 70s-80s look while everyone is moving forward into the 21st century :-). I want that nostalgic and traditional look with the 21st century technology mix.
Anyway, thanks again for your videos and your reply. Kraus 12" chrome Riser it is.
Jacob Khakshouri from my understanding the mx bars are all very similar - just depends on width - either 1” which come in different types of height/bend (check Thrashin Supply Bars) but if you want 1 1/8” they are are standard mx width. I went with Kraus because I trusted their powder coating and machine cutting for internal wiring and throttle by wire. Sounds like you have an awesome bike dude - I’d love a 70s/80s style bike for fun!
@@TheMotoBarista Thanks again buddy.
Looks really cool!
Yeh dude, honestly after this install - I wish it was the first thing I did when I got the bike!
Hi Michael, I’ve a 2021 FLSB and I would like to change my OEM handlebar for a Biltwell Tyson XL 8’’. As I saw in this video you’ve 10’’ risers and you saying you’ve changed all your cables (which ones exactly please?), do you think I need to change all my cables with 8’’ risers? Thanks in advance!
I prefer doing cables with handlebar jobs as you can upgrade your cable quality and also you are guaranteed to have 0 fitment issues. I changed the complete clutch cable, and the first part of the brake cable that runs from the bars to the connection.
If unsure always best to get an a parts list from your local dealer or shop to make sure you have everything.
@@TheMotoBarista Thanks a lot. I will do that.
Buddy paint black the screen! U will have an amazing look!😉
Bobber 48 Hd ha! No doubt that would be illegal here in Australia- everything is 😅
The Moto Barista .... here in Italy it’s illegal everything u do in your bike too.... 😥😥😥 I got the same bike, love that bike!
Bobber 48 Hd bloody governments!! Hope your guys are ok over in Italy right now - moto distancing will keep you safe 🤙⚡️
Thanks for the review. given these riser legs are interchangeable, does that make them less safe or so to say more flimsy because of having to screw the legs into the riser? vs other risers like Hardcase risers being all one piece.
As long as you have everything tightened to spec you’ll be fine. I have been running these for 6 months including long 6-8 hour days and no issues with them at all. Also they are a very popular company in the performance Harley segment and haven’t seen anyone have any issues like the ones you brought up!
@@TheMotoBarista Thanks for the reply. these risers legs coming apart kind of worried me about them being as safe. also im still debating if i should sacrifice the extra $200 on these vs hard case risers. will i get the performance they promise?! we will see..
Looks good
Max Payne thanks dude 🙏
Why did you get bars and risers separate vs the 1 piece bar and riser? Thanks for the videos!
Troy Beale I personally prefer the look of the bar + riser set up. Also, from what I have heard from others one piece results in more vibrations through the bars.
The Moto Barista thank you for getting back to me. Love your bike and the videos.
Espetacular ficou fantástico
Id put this on my 2020RKS
Looks good. Does the fairing clear the risers?
Betaboy Beggar do you mean the original Sport Glide fairing?
Great video!
I am 5ft 10 on a low rider s
Would I be ok going 8 inch rise
Or do I go 10 inch being that I am 2 inches shorter. Your thoughts if you were 2 inches shorter? Thanks bro
I would say definitely go the kickback it really helps with comfort and personally think looks better. In terms of height - it is tricky because it is purely personal preference. So here are some notes that might help you a bit more - I am 6ft but I have long legs and a shorter torso/arms, so perhaps your upper body/reach is similar to mine. I am happy with my height, I was thinking about the 8” but a few people told me if you are deciding between 2 heights - go the taller because you will always wish you went taller! So I think you should go the 10”. Unless you want a bike purely for performance- 8” will allow you to ride and turn more aggressively. 10” will have you cruising and feeling like a badass. Hope this helps mate 🤟🤟
What makes them better than thrashin or big Al”s or bitwell ?
Big difference is the vibration dampeners inside the risers rather than requiring poly bushings like the others. So you get hard mounting and vibration dampening.
Ok i am on the fence I am looking at the 12inch Kraus pull back riser with the lucky daves moto bar because it is narrower or the harley 12inch fat chizeled handle bar for my 2018 heritage 114 to complete my club look. I already did led turn signals laid down license plate saddleman setup seat rinehart 2 in 1 exhaust with a s&s 475 cam dyno tuned. What cables did you use for front brake and ride by wire ?
That should of been step up seat opps
Hey mate, I used the the braided cables from Harley. Can't remember the length but the dealer sorted the part out for me. I havent seen mx bars and risers on a heritage - i am intrigued!
Can you still use the stock fairing with this bar setup?
Id like to know the same thing!
looks like you can barely reach the bars - arms straight. Not sure if it's just how it looks, but it doesn't look like you would have good low speed control with that setup. How is it at low speeds?
It’s because my feet are down and I’m slouched back. In riding position with upright posture and feet up on the boards, it’s totally different. Lots of bend in the elbows and easy slow speed manoeuvres.
@@TheMotoBarista I actually meant when you were riding... anyway, ride safe.
me encantaaa😍😍😍👍👍
What are the width of the bars?...in video your arms look to be much wider than your shoulders...
Do shorter people need less rise and more pull back?
Depends on how long your torso and arms are. Everyone has different proportions. Also depends on the seat you have and if it pushes you forward or sits you back. I used a tape measure and tried to guess my fitment.
What size cables do you need
I went with Harley cable kit for a 10” bar height.
how much did you pay for everything?
the_Luk I think around $1700-2k AUD including shipping, cables and fluids and installation.
@@TheMotoBarista Yeah that is the downside of the kraus risers they are like 550.00 just for the riser but I think i want the dampener effect . You do not get that with the bung king , biltwell or lucky dave risers. Dam cables are high too. But hey it aint cheap to look good lol.
Awesome thats one sexy beast..
But $500+ US, damn...
Yeh dude, it is pricey. But I will say, I have seen other cheaper brands on bikes and the difference is massive. It isn’t even close. You definitely get your money’s worth.