Harley Softail Street Bob - T Bars VS Ape Hangers

Lets discuss the age old question - T Bars or Ape Hangers? Two very cool ways to change your bike's handling, looks and feel. I'm in the process of searching the universe for the perfect set of bars for my 2020 Harley Davidson Softail Street Bob and this video is me thinking out loud about the choices I have.
Which do you prefer? What are you running on your bike? Let me know in the comments and please give a thumbs up if you liked the video or even subscribe for more videos in the future.
Thanks for watching and see you in the next one!
Mudpie Caviar

[@nicolenunya6856]

All very good points. Ive ridden both and I think I'm going to go with the T-bars this time. I just bought a 2014 Dyna fat bob and my riding style is very aggressive now days. I've got 25 years under my belt and I feel confident the T-bars are going to look and feel perfect. Especially after listening to what you were saying about it. 👍👍👍

[@haileyscorr9902]

12 inch Burleigh high balls 11/2 thick. Aussie made, awesome quality. I just fitted some to my 19 fxbb no need to replace any cables or wires👍

[@MudpieCaviar]

very cool bars! I really like that they are only 30 and 1/2 inches wide. Nice choice!🤘

[@Dyna-mite154]

Such a complex debate! It also comes down to which style of build you are going for. Ie T bars for club style and apes for bobber/custom look. My previous build was a club style sportsters so for my current 19’ street bob I’m going for that custom/bobber/chopper style look so I just brought a set of 12” DNA monster apes from the states. Hoping to fit them This weekend!

[@MudpieCaviar]

Hell yeah man! Exactly right. For my streetbob I’m going for that bobber / chopper classic look too. The DNA monster apes are what I’ve been thinking too! Super tough bars🤟 Thanks man 👍

[@rjergott9237]

I'm not a fan of the T bar look, but I'm gonna give them a try. i miss my drag bars but hate being hunched over, so T bars is the next best thing. I have 16" meathooks with 4" risers now, thats how my bike came, its a bit to tall on long rides and I dont feel like i have as much control. I'm hoping that i fall in love with the T Bar feel!

[@TheMasterShogun]

My goal is long distance, so I guess I will go ape hangers for my low rider s

[@danmaltby3271]

That’s my life to bro , bikes amd guitars and weights

[@MudpieCaviar]

Hell yeah, it’s a great combo 🤘. The trifecta!

[@tinshedperformance8626]

Being from the USA it was messing with me seeing you on the other side of the road.

[@ussupremecourt8862]

Same lol

[@MrPAULONEAL]

I have drag bars and risers on my 2020 Softail Standard.

[@jameswalsh6006]

I have a 02 Wide Glide and went 16” Apes w/ 3” risers. Totaling 19” and love it and I’m 5’8”.

[@MudpieCaviar]

Nice! Sounds like some serious apes! Really looking forward to getting some mew bars 🤟😎🤟 Thanks man 👍

[@CaliVibe4U]

T BAr is good when your splitting lane..we have that a lot in califonia because of traffic.

[@MudpieCaviar]

Very cool, I would love to do some riding in California. Once we made it out of traffic😂

[@robbaker9817]

I fitted 16 inch Burleigh highballs and saddle man renegade solo to my fxbb with forward controls. I can’t ride it lol Anything over 80km or over 2500 rpm ….. I’m holding on with only my hands . Ordered the step up seat, but If it ruins my look, I’ll be forced to go back to mids and t bars

[@alderone1991]

Softail Street Bob i love this bike i Ride every Day! Nice Canal ;)

[@MudpieCaviar]

Thank you! I absolutely love this bike more amd more every day 🤟🤟🤟

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

I've seen guys ride faster and harder then guys with T Bars and visa versa, so for performance wise it doesn't matter, it's more for style from what I've seen

[@MudpieCaviar]

True, it’s all down to the rider in the end. Personal preference ect… good to know! Thanks man 👍

[@rickbradshaw2148]

Take a look at cyclesmith California lane splitters bars. That’s what I have my eye on. Just waiting to get my rear suspension dialed in.

[@MudpieCaviar]

Very nice bars! Thanks man I just checked them out. Appreciate the info. I like the 32 and 1/4 inch width. The bars I’ve been looking at are 35” maybe a touch wide... Thanks Rick 👍

[@Fletch_Rides]

Ape hangers are prohibited here in Singapore and cops get on you if you have one. I have Krause T-bars and handles better than the original mini apes.

[@MudpieCaviar]

What about the mini apes that are stock on the streetbob? Are T bars allowed? Is that because of the cops think you are a criminal 😂

[@Fletch_Rides]

@@MudpieCaviar Nah it’s coz the registrations stipulate that the wrists must be below shoulder height otherwise no dice. The original mini apes conform to that rule unless you’re a short ass.

[@MudpieCaviar]

😂😂sorry officer! I’m just a short ass!!

[@Fletch_Rides]

@@MudpieCaviar 🤣🤣🤣

[@bikesandbeagles]

Went with some Nash pudgy apes on my low rider s instead of tbars much to all my friends dismay and I love them.

[@MudpieCaviar]

Hahaha yeah I love the apes too, T bars are tempting. But I love the old school style of a good ape hanger🤘😎🤘

[@CorzIlla]

Great channel mate, I want to find some good 7- 8 inch bars for my Harley street 500 any suggestions on a seller in Australia? or overseas?

[@MudpieCaviar]

Thanks mate, Have a look at Burleigh Bars in Queensland,they make some great bars. It depends if you’re looking at T bars, or ape hangers or even risers with a mx style bar. I’m liking the look of Lucky Dave’s t bars, but they are an American company. Good luck, handlebars is tough decision, so many options😂

[@scootjockey]

Flip II from Thunderbike.

[@MudpieCaviar]

Thanks I’ll check it out! 🤘

[@Cheaps928]

How tall are you fam? Im 5’6 and trying to figure out if 10” bars will be good for me at long rides

[@MudpieCaviar]

Hey man, I’m 5’11 and running a saddlemen step up with the stock 10” mini apes. I will be getting 14” bars soon which should be spot on with the saddlemen which has raised me up a bit. I reckon if you’re going to stay with a seat that is similar to the stock seat the 10-12 inch should be perfect for you. Lucky Dave’s Lucky13s T bars might be perfect. 👍👍👍

[@Cheaps928]

@@MudpieCaviar oh i see! Cool i figured 10-12 would be good for me. I definitely want to switch the seat but not sure which one to get. Thanks for the input though!

[@kipropering]

@@Cheaps928 always switch seats before handlebars. If you’re thinking of doing shocks too, let handlebars come last after those two

[@JP-of8uq]

I have a softail standard, looks to be cut from a similar jib as yours. Can't fucking decide what bars. Love old school chopper look but I need to have good control... I guess t bars? Help! Oh I'm 6'1" and they have to be 14+

[@TeslaRifle]

I like the look of some apes

[@MudpieCaviar]

Me too man, I love the DNA specialty monster apes. Very tough looking and chunky🤘

[@jerryh2954]

Oh My GOD, You are riding on the wrong side of the road!!!

[@propblast82nd]

Holy crap , riding on the wrong side of the road.

[@MudpieCaviar]

Everything’s upside down!

[@MrPAULONEAL]

This voice sounds a lot like another youtuber...