Raise up those Harley Davidson Handle Bars!!!

In this video I talk about my preference for higher handlebars. I show how to install a handlebar riser kit from DK Customs, and replace the stock Harley Davidson bushings with polyurethane upgrades.
Handle Bar Riser Kits: www.dkcustomproducts.com/Handl...
Riser Bushings: www.harley-davidson.com/store...

[@Thatonehealthinsurancedude]

Holy shit this is what motorcycle cycle videos need to be. Half the time you have no clue what they’re doing but you have taken the time to get correct angles and really show what’s going on

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Thanks brother... appreciate the compliment.

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Thanks brother!

[@OnPointFirearms]

Glad I found this video. Great production quality. Chill vibe. Good stuff man! Thanks for making it.

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Thanks man... appreciate the compliment.

[@Kevin_747]

To each their own. Another 2 inches and you can stand on the seat and ride it like a jet ski.

[@hollywoodboggie]

Just a big shout out to you for all the very helpful videos which have been v very helpful throughout my modifications. Thank you!

[@jontiffinphoto]

Not so hip to the bars, but your demeanor, detail, capture angles, voice over and edit are superb. And there's that splitting' traffic like a boss!

[@Moonfleet41]

Great cost effective upgrade sir, and love your chilled video style... I made some 8" risers for my DWG and use narrow flat drag bars on them, ..I use Solid Steel bushings in the top tree, zero twist or flex what so ever.. it gives a totally different feel, you realize how much vagueness you even get from Poly bushings... maybe try them out with your high risers, you won't believe how much more connected you feel to the steering, its so much more direct and rigid.... and NO, the vibration is no more detectable, even on a long ride..! Just a thought as you ride a hard core Dyna.. Hope it helps you Sir... cheers, and Greets from England... Del.

[@leatherguru8904]

Always like the DYI vids. Negative on the high bars, got rid of my ape hangers because my arms went numb on long trips. Can't get into the bars in the vid, looks like a frigging' pogo stick.

[@GraniteCityRiders]

pogo stick... that's funny. They do look like a pogo stick.

[@carsonnguyen4423]

Granite City Riders sick bike bro- what bike is that in the video and what handlebars are those ?

[@bcbudGstatus]

@@GraniteCityRiders just need a fairing to cover them up

[@robertlumsden1579]

you did so good explaining that and filming it. now I feel a lot more confident in doing this. great job on the video. until someone shows you how to do something you just feel uncomfortable performing something like this. cool.

[@jimwortham8634]

Thanks for posting you did good to each his own I've been through the high bar thing long 500 mile trip in the rain that will make you a believer

[@woongtv-naturehealing273]

Wow, it's a great video again. Your handlebar is shoulder-high and looks nice and comfortable. The process of replacing the handle is fun and understands the principle of the handle. You look stable when you're driving. I'm glad to be a friend of your great channel. Always stay healthy. 👍👍👍🤝🤝🤝🤙👌

[@willduke69]

great vid..ive got 10'Drag bars on mine. they could be a little taller so thx for bring this extension kit to my attention. .but i think im going the try lowering the rear down 2' by swapping out a different set of shocks. that should give me the ride im looking for.

[@harwoods11]

All Harleys are customised in everyway you can think of...awesome bikes. Great video too :-)

[@gabbyhayes1568]

I like my hands tucked in behind the fairing, not up in the air exposed to the wind. It may not be "cool", but it's warmer on long trips.

[@chunkyfxdls1878]

Gabby Hayes Ever heard of hand guards 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@space8053]

Do you know why your dog always sticks his head out the window no matter how fast your going? No. You don't. Because only him and non-fairing bike riders know and he ain't said a word has he? 2004 Fatboy 16" apes.

[@zazarays]

I like function before form. Atm Looking for the best option control wise for a 97 dyna. Looks like drag bars but they are kindof small imo

[@gabbyhayes1568]

@@chunkyfxdls1878 On ape hanger bars? Uh...no.

[@chunkyfxdls1878]

@@gabbyhayes1568 obviously not ffs......

[@joeharris7370]

(LOW)drag bars for life!!!

[@Toc00lf0rsch00l]

I rarely ever subscribe to any channel's on here, but damn; I've watched like 5 of this guy's videos in a row. This dude knows is shit about bikes, and his videos are fucking great with all the editing and what not. SUBSCRIBED

[@gorillahd9247]

Excellent video! Scott

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Thanks Scott

[@terryandteresa]

I love my beach bars but they are way to low for comfortable long rides. I'm going to try a 3-4" back swept riser first. You gave me this idea a few weeks ago when I first saw your video. I just bought this 02 Road king classic and California was put on covid 19 LOCKDOWN the very next day!! I swore 10 years ago when I sold my Honda xr650 dual sport that I WOULDN'T buy another bike until I could afford a Harley Davidson.

[@CactusJack252]

Never seen one of your videos before but you got a new sub now.

[@bobby3849]

Nice clip. Informative. To the point. Thank you 🙏

[@CaneFu]

I put 18-inch apes on top of 2-inch risers on my old Dyna Wide Glide and LOVE IT. As a result my grips are about at shoulder level or maybe an inch above. My apes are angled back just slightly to allow me to take advantage of a Mustang touring seat with a driver's backrest and my lower back thanks me every single ride. Add to that the forward mount foot controls that came standard on the Wide Glide and I have never ridden such a comfortable bike; it's a lot like sitting in my easy chair.

[@paulson9616]

Bar looks dope!!!

[@Luis-lt2gl]

Great video !!! Quick question, how did you mount your turn signals on the fork? I tried out the ones HD sells, but they stick out way too much.

[@user-uo5me4qv8q]

This is a short but just perfect vid!! thanks.... Do you know how much space there for stock handlerbar and cables to rise on a FXDLS 2017?

[@nikolaiownz]

great videos mate 👍top quality

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Thanks! Appreciate the compliment.

[@Calisexpensive]

What would u recommend for my sporty 883 risers or just straight up new T bars? Thanks for making the video look easy 👍

[@STINSONShobbies]

Great video!

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Thanks for watching

[@johnasbury9915]

Great video

[@GHOSTwarrior213x]

I know this video’s a bit older but I’ll still ask. Am I correct in saying that while you’re installing the new risers, you ARE NOT using the old cup washers, bushings, and spacers? Those should all be leftover parts when done? Thanks for your help.

[@westcoast3595]

I like that you work on your own shit. Bars are personal. Its all, is what it is.

[@wormand08]

How tall we're the bars before you added the extension?

[@srhintz]

To each his own but those mirrors above the bar at that height are so not cool. Back to school Jr.

[@Ostopchuk880]

Nice video man ! What brand are the bars and how tall ? And how about the width ? Thank you

[@JOHNJCLARK]

I want to raise my factory handle bars right below the tip of my ferring. Could you advise me how to (14 Electra Glide)

[@chrisporter8435]

do the handle bars set on top of riser extension or inside the cup of the extension?

[@spudd222333]

I have an 04 dyna lowrider stock bars im getting 14 inch t bars but I'm not sure what length wires I should get for the cables? Can someone help?

[@crazyjosha5871]

What t bars did you have before adding extensions ?

[@Mr.AllAlone]

Yooooo !!! I have a 2017 street bob with stock bars will these risers work for my bike bro???

[@wiseman007100]

Don't like the bars but luv the splitting!👍

[@boxcarbro3043]

Hey bub. Where is the video about measuring a clutch cable?

[@mayfairsmith4697]

thanks , great videos .

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Thanks Brother. Appreciate the support.

[@ratchetrider9651]

Love the videos, how did the bars feel? Any play or questions on the stability?

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Thanks for watching! No stability issues. I've put thousands of miles after the install... still rock solid.

[@brendandavisvlogs5021]

What bars are on that bike I like them and want to get them just can’t find them

[@fixitsgarage7903]

What size bars are on your dyna? Did you use stock cables?

[@murphfee617]

Those poly bushing make All the difference.

[@francisstraughniii2473]

Right on you Lane Spitting Outlaw.

[@brianpeterson8769]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@franklima3469]

so are these 16" high now?

[@gergothzx]

are those the "fat" riser extensions or the regular ones?

[@Brosenberg89]

Great videos man👍🏻, looking to get those bars for my lowrider s. I’m 5ft 10inches. Looking for style and comfort for long rides. Do you think 12in would be good??

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Thanks for watching brotha! I definitely think those bars at 12" would be good, and they'll look mean on a low S. Let me know how it goes...

[@Brosenberg89]

Perfect, thanks man

[@douchebagdyna4870]

12’s to 14’s ?

[@boisedynaa]

Friday morning got a lot better!!!

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Happy Friday Matt.. Hope you get lots of miles this weekend.

[@lookin420]

Who makes your handle bars

[@gcfxdlow]

What size bars?

[@boblafountaine9560]

Hey Matt. Thanks for doing the video. I have owned 4 Harleys and it seems to me that this is the most important consideration when it comes to rider comfort. I had one set of bars fabricated but had to let them go when I moved up to a Road King. I don't know if the comfort of riding has more to do with my age or the positioning of my arms, but I always end up wanting my elbows slightly bent. I'm vertically challenged so my best option is to go with a 16" ape and lower it to roughly 45° and I feel like I'm sitting in a recliner. I get a lot. I was hoping to hear your reasoning for wanting to ride with your arms straight with elbows locked in basically. I'm not sure if that is a position based on comfort, riding style or better in terms of control of the bike itself. Thanks in advance.

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Hi Robert, thanks for your comment. I'd be lying if I didn't tell you the look is one of the major considerations for which handlebars I put on a given bike. That said, I find it more comfortable to have bars that keep me in a more upright position. It may not come across well in the video, but with the new handle bar height, I have a slight bend in my elbows. My arms aren't locked. I find this to be the most comfortable position for the long haul. Later this year I have videos coming where I describe different seat, and different peg options which also provide comfort (and style) for the long haul. Happy trails...

[@MrPAULONEAL]

You really shouldn't have your elbows locked because that can cut off your circulation.

[@tuanamiraysimsek4870]

what is the model of the engine in this video

[@mpista7182]

I guess the point is you are the King of Cool

[@harwoods11]

Good clear video, think i would have put thread lock on those bolts...just in case of vibration :-):-)

[@calebclinton5334]

Drag bars all the way!

[@poetx7]

Caleb Clinton Amen!

[@larrycollinslarrdogg8277]

same here

[@srhintz]

Hells yeah!

[@williamfoster2516]

short people, sheesh

[@cruzncrow380]

Yup! I like these 2inchers you've shown here allot better than d others, cz this way I don't hv to change all my cables! Althou I got drag bars, my kinda bars R D ones that come towards me, N not D other way around! I'm changing my drag bars when everyone else is getting them! I like comfort, but that's just me, I'm old school so, to each his own ! RIDEON BRO N TNX

[@earlbundy7783]

I came from Texas,.. now in Cali..what I notice is in Texas the dynas all looked different,..but here in Cali they all look the same T Bars with that fairing,..its like what's the name of that motorcycle tv show?,...

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Cali is a big state man... hit up Street Vibes, or the Redwood Run and you'll see the variety you're looking for.

[@connorshortridge6787]

earl bundy Sons of Anarchy

[@Doobie603]

Texas is getting bad these days especially where I was born in Austin, TX, liberal madness is creeping in

[@DobermansRock]

You said Austin and there is a reason they built a toll way going around that sewage pit of humanity. Its San Francisco with a different accent. Thanks I will pay the ten bucks and drop the hammer.

[@mikeessary4925]

T bars were around long long before the show. To each there own for me it's the ergonomics and ride comfort.

[@anthonycorpus8947]

perfect lane splitting bars

[@GraniteCityRiders]

No doubt!

[@Joao.Ibarra9281]

What bars are those? I want to know the length from end to end of the handles that makes it good for lane splitting

[@robw3761]

Thanks for the video but I think your bars were high enough The Way They Were your bike but I would have not added to 2 in or any more rise at all it gets to a point where it ruins the lines of the bike and all you see is handlebars up in the air I like my bars up to but nothing like that

[@evinnice3321]

What bars are those?

[@silntstl]

High bars are not my thing. But to each his own. Great instruction video though.

[@semperoccultus1969]

Currently have RK fat beach bars. Thought about getting 14" apes. It's a question between my wrists and back pain. I have a 3 level cervical titanium fusion and bad lower back. Wondering if level arm position like what you're doing here, is better for my back or worse than arms down position I have now. Hard to know until they're on and I'm on a long ride.

[@TzeiEm]

My old bikes used to have pretty low stock handle bars. My current bike (street bob with stock apes) is - at least for me - far more comfortable than my old bikes. I used to get neck pain, but not anymore.

[@semperoccultus1969]

@@TzeiEm Hmm, okay. Thanks.

[@An_Enraged_Pig]

What are some good quality bushings that come in the color black?

[@justinreedflynn]

Paint's pretty cheap buddy.

[@psychosantanero7146]

I'm gonna put some 12s on my sportster I don't have to replace the cables so it saves me cash

[@robertrodriguez8082]

How tall are you bro??

[@giacomogabutto1160]

Hey man, nice video indeed! Regarding your exhaust...bassani?

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Thanks! Yes, Bassani Road Rage. Love the sound that pipe makes.

[@giacomogabutto1160]

Granite City Riders thx man! Roadrage II i guess...nice btw

[@giacomogabutto1160]

Would like to do the same for my sb 2017...i think abt roadrage3

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Yes, that is correct.. Road Rage II.

[@mcastillo8775]

can i change only the risers and keep rbe same handlebar?

[@mcastillo8775]

the*

[@cherishcaruthers8383]

I prefer my hands to be behind the rear fender.

[@tap42al]

What bags are on your bike. Thanks.

[@GraniteCityRiders]

They are by Leather Pros. Not cheap at $699, but great bags... they expand when you need to haul a big load. leatherpros.com/retro-series-v2-dyna-saddlebags/

[@fgxsknz]

Would these bars fit a 2018 Street bob?

[@Mike_Cant_Golf]

fgxsknz look on Bungking.com I just ordered mine today. Bungking is doing a lot of R&D for the 2018 @bungking

[@redlee3391]

I love the video style. Time to catch a break and blow up your channel

[@wickedleeloopy2115]

THE iron 883 should come standard with mini apes. There by far the most comfortable than standard.

[@dw561]

Hello, can you please tell me who makes those handle bars, what are they called and what’s the height?

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Hi, the bars are Santee Tbars 12".

[@dw561]

Thanks buddy, I'm going to order a pair for my HD Low Rider-S. Keep the video's coming there's GREAT

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Thanks brotha. I'm working on a series of videos for replacing brake, throttle and clutch cables/wires right now.

[@Joel-ho8xx]

High bars are worthless, unless you like numb hands.

[@EliasHernandez-ov2jz]

Sacramento?

[@Hooch-zp8be]

Elias Hernandez folsom from the look of it.

[@jonnnywod4339]

1000mm FAT FLYERS are the coolest handlebars

[@chrissmith7669]

I’m losing my street Bob bars from the 10” tall mini apes to 6”. I’m not that tall and don’t like reaching up.

[@chrissmith7669]

Lol. A year later and Ive decided the stock height mini-apes is rather nice for my 5’10”. Without a fairing it’s not great for long cruises at highway speeds but love it for agiertet rides

[@williamqueen884]

Beach bars are llllaaaammmmee

[@Joao.Ibarra9281]

They only look nice if youre riding down the beach wearing some Tommy Hilfiger clothes lol

[@S-4TechYT]

buy amazon motocraze handle bar riser only 15$

[@coreyknight8422]

the not cool. cool part was dope haha good funny stuff

[@ih0nda]

What is the price range you would pay for a used 06 Dyna street bob with 11k miles? Comes with high riser handle bars and bassani exhaust. Thank you for your time. Great videos

[@Joao.Ibarra9281]

6k to 8k

[@Joao.Ibarra9281]

Wait, is it retuned? If it is. I'd sell it for around 8 to 10k, if its not, 7 to 9k

[@brockbonnett7520]

hey ur in folsom

[@GraniteCityRiders]

No doubt... you too? +Brock bonnett

[@Cptntasty]

Before you rag on other bars please note how cheap and out of place your bars look.

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Noted. The look of a bike is highly subjective... i get it.

[@tylerflanagan440]

Well that's the wonderful thing about bikes. It's all about the rider. Some people prefer higher bars, others lower.

[@Evil_Morty2000]

I lol'ed when he was ragging on other bars,and then saw his POS looking t-bars,wtf is the guy thinking

[@Evil_Morty2000]

I actually do like t-bars,but narrow,not wide like his

[@ampegloud]

If you split lanes down here in Nashville Tennessee you would get killed

[@Joao.Ibarra9281]

Why?

[@ampegloud]

I'm sorry those handlebars are way too tall I don't look good on that kind of bike lines on that bike or streamline when you stick something higher if they are just breaks the whole plane at the streamline

[@MrJuni45]

Hey Guys!I have a question......... I am from Massachusetts and here the limit is 15" on handlebars. how do I measure that? from the seat? (as the law says 15" above Seat) or from where the Handlebar attachment? I'm confused........sorry if its obvious to you guys but I'm a new rider. I have a Kawaski VN900 and I want to put on a higher ape handlebar. any suggestions/ideas?thanks!

[@srhintz]

I assume they are talking about the operator's part of the seat. Measured my stock 13 Fat Bob and the bars are 11" from the highest point and 15" from the lowest. Stock! It's time to move out of that Communist State and never vote Libtard again.

[@jonchrzanowski725]

Freaking Captain America need I say more.

[@littlestomper9493]

Polyurethane bushings are probably the worst Upgrade you can do. You could feel every bit of vibration in the handlebars changed mine back after one ride. Keep the greasy side down

[@rickyharvey4835]

Im old i like my stock i dont want my arms going numb on a 1.000 mile ride !!!! Ride comfortably not for looks lol

[@MrPAULONEAL]

That can happen if your handlebars are too low.

[@allwrong3114]

Dyna Bros don't ride a thousand miles in a month! Comfort and functionality is irrelevant to these kids. In fact the entire Harley scene will be irrelevant to the Dyna Bros soon. It's all about the cool and the cool wears off. When it does they'll go back to skateboards until something else comes up.

[@scottjackson2843]

ride safe. I hate seeing people lanesplit always makes me kinda cringe. no homo.

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Hey Scott... when done safely lane splitting is way safer than sitting in the back of a line of cars waiting for some distracted driver to plow into you. I just wish the other 49 states would take California's lead and legalize it. Thanks for the comment... Happy trails.

[@Me-yh4uc]

Scott Jackson. Lane split is good. Just be careful n go slow.

[@Zonedin321]

Granite City Riders facts

[@bcbudGstatus]

big drag bars no fairing? not cool

[@MrPAULONEAL]

Drag bars really don't look good high...

[@Wingnut131ci]

What height are those bars, and how tall are you?

[@Wingnut131ci]

Those pipes sound badass too!!

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Hey Dakota. I'm 6' 2". The bars are ~12-13 " and then as you see in the video I added 2" risers. So they measure just shy of 15". I do love the sound of the Bassani Road Rage pipes.. definitely one of my favorites.

[@Wingnut131ci]

Just watched your video on the 2" tank lift, headed to DK Customs website now for the riser extensions and the tank lift. Ride safe brother. -Dakota

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Nice! Let me know how it goes.

[@PreachTheGospel07]

Opinions are like people's backsides everyone got one.

[@ronskelton8742]

shoulder height saved my back

[@mattsez2879]

( If i may ).....also check state laws where you live. Here in Michigan (yuck ) your hands can not be above your shoulders

[@jcporosity4764]

What size are those handle bars

[@GraniteCityRiders]

Hi, the bars are Santee Tbars 12" and then the risers make them around 14"

[@jcporosity4764]

Granite City Riders did u had to get longer cables when u made the switch

[@GraniteCityRiders]

I used the stock cables. It worked ok. I eventually switched out for braided cables and I added a couple inches to the cables which was much better. But the t bars I put on weren't as wide as the stock mini-apes... so I was able to add the taller bar without switching cables.

[@MrNick-]

The height looks good but the bars themselves look horrible on that bike.