Is it harder to ride a motorcycle with ape hangers?

Is it harder to ride a motorcycle with ape hangers?

Thus, ape hangers move hands not just higher, but also closer. If the hands become too close to the chest, it can be hard to control a bike. Ultimately, the bike handles exactly the same as it did with different bars — but if the handlebars aren’t right for a rider-and-bike combination, the handling may feel awful.

How do I know what size ape hanger to buy?

In general, your hands will be most comfortable at some height below your shoulders, with hands spread slightly wider than shoulder width. Run a tape measure down from one hand to the height of the risers on your bike to get an approximate height that you find comfortable.

What states are ape hangers illegal?

Q: Are so-called “ape hangers” regulated in any Midwest states? A: Three Midwest states – Iowa, Kansas, and Minnesota – do not regulate handlebar height. Some states limit handlebar height to shoulder-height or lower: Illinois, North Dakota, and South Dakota.

What kind of ape hangers do Harleys use?

This package will fit Harley Touring models with fairing including Street Glide, Electra Glide, and Ultra Classic 2000-2013. You will be getting a set of 1 1/4″ FAT Z Bar ape hangers with all of the stainless cables and brake lines to fit these apes.

When did Meathook Bagger ape handlebars come out?

When we introduced our Meathook Bagger Ape Handlebars for the 1996-2018 model years of the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide (FLH), Electra Glide Classic (FLHTC), and Street Glide (FLHX) our goal was to combine classic styling and unique attitude for Harley-Davidson owners that want the best quality with no compromises.

Is there a complete ape hanger kit on the Internet?

You will not find a more complete ape hanger package on the internet for your bike. This package includes everything you need to put apes on your Touring, except for the labor. We use these same parts to put apes on bikes in our shop, so we definitely know what you need to pull it off.

What kind of handlebars do I need for a Harley Davidson?

Handlebars for motorcycles come in a variety of different shapes and sizes to align with your riding style and comfort fit. In my opinion, if you want to take your motorcycle from a lean look to a mean look, adding a pair of the best Ape Hanger handlebars for Harley Davidson can get you there.