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Ness modular apes for XC

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#1 ·
Just curious if anyone here has put these on their bike yet and how difficult it was and what was all involved. Thanks
 
#36 ·
Totally agree. These bars are an interesting alternative that requires a bit more research. I have considered the Heli Bars as well. Very pricey and distribution for us on the west coast is weak.
D2
 
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#39 ·
Yep, those look like they could work very well. Guys with apes swear by them, but I have never riden with them. I am most comfortable on the long rides with the wrist in a thumbs pointing away from you position. Im going to consider these at the 10K service.

D2
 
#42 ·
If anyone else is wanting to get these; Cruiser Customizing extended its sale and with the code CM12 you will get free shipping and a $50 gift certificate to use on anything you want so it's like $50 off if you plan on getting any grips or whatever. Makes the bars cost $354 shipped.

Oh, it's free shipping on anything over $50 today too, so not a bad deal.
 
#45 · (Edited)
The HMD bars
33" TIP TO TIP/ 9" HIGH/ 16.5" PULLBACK/ 14" BETWEEN CENTER BAR( ALSO AVAILABLE IN 35" WIDTH.

The Ness Bars
Center Width - 11"
Width - 32"
Rise - 11.5"
Pullback - Adjustable
Diameter 1-1/4"

Is rise the same at high. It should be. Ness = 11.5 rise HMD = 9

I want the bars to come back towards the seat as much as possible. I like the easy chair riding position.

I'm also worried about the HMD's being the wront angle like the stock bars.
 
#46 ·
Ok, I see where I got mixed up. You were asking about the number 40 HMD bars and not the bagger bars so I was correct the first time.

These Ness bars are more of a comparison to the HMD bagger bars. The Victory plus 2 inch bars are a better comparison to the bars you are asking about. The angle of the grips are supposed to be in a better position than the Victory bars and have the more modern look.

I'm banking on being able to pull these Ness bars back and being able to adjust the grip angle. I guess I'll find out in a couple of weeks.
 
#48 · (Edited)
You bet D2. I'll even post a pic or two.

I'm also considering the Thumper Pipes from Raw Design. They sound deep and low. I'm just wondering how they sound at cruise speed and if they drown out the stereo.

http://www.metricfats.com/category-s/156.htm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=uNR-AzbnkaY

I'm changing the looks of the bike to give it more of an edgy look. Might as well do the sound too. I can always switch pipes if/when I go touring. I have S1 pipes with the ends cut back and they sound better than OK but don't have that edge to them if you know what I mean.

You already have the D&D pipes which I consider top of the line but besides costing a bit more than I want to spend; do not allow for the use of other tips which limit the way I can change things around to look a certain way. Not a completely deal breaker for me but is something I consider.
 
#50 ·
I ordered the Ness Modular Cross Country Ape Handlebars in black from GCMC today.
With the adjustability of the angle of the handlebar, I think they will be the ticket for me. I will post pics when I get them mounted.
 
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