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95TBird · 08-16-2005, 05:38 PM

I just put some new handlebars on my Legend and what a difference! They are much lower than stock and I feel so much more in control than before. I swapped these off of my TBird because the buyer wanted the original bars back on. I was concerned that the lower seat height of the Legend might make these feel a little cramped but they are great

Frank

[ This message was edited by: 95TBird on 2005-08-16 20:22 ]

Rincewind · 08-16-2005, 09:35 PM

Sorry, Frank, but your pics aren't showing up. :???:

Edit: It's fixed - they look great :-D

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95TBird · 08-16-2005, 10:00 PM

Fixed? :brk:

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UJMrider · 08-16-2005, 10:53 PM

Hey,

We seem to be thinking alike! How do you like the bars? I'm trying to get some risers for mine. The reach is just a little too long. Love the way they look, though!

BTW, your Legend is gorgeous! I wish they'd offered the Tbird with the blacked-out engine.

95TBird · 08-16-2005, 11:54 PM

I love them. It feels so much sportier and much more solid in the corners. I think they are very comfortable and the wind blast is much more tolerable.

I know what you mean about the blacked out engine. That is one of the main reasons I switched to the Legend. You can probably see my 1995 TBird in the background of the picture. I absolutely love the TBird and when I first got the Legend, I wasn't sure about it. It took a little getting used to the different feel of the Legend but now I love it.

CrazyCroc · 08-19-2005, 11:55 PM

I've been thinking about putting lower handlebars on my Legend as well. What brand/model of handlebars did you go with?

95TBird · 08-21-2005, 12:44 AM

I got the Superbike bars from Here. I believe they are EMGO bars, which are also sold Bikemaster in some stores. This place is just a few miles from my house so it is handy for me but they will ship anywhere. The bars I have have a 2.2" rise and a 3" pullback. After having them on my Legend a little while, I think they may be a little too low. They are not really uncomfortable but they could be more comfortable. I would probably go with the Euro Cafe or the GP Touring bars if I were you.

Just my opinion
Frank

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bigeffinpimp · 08-21-2005, 08:42 AM

Did they just go right in after you drilled the holes or did you have to put in risers? I am just curious because there is a considerable price difference from the OEM lower bars. Just curious what adjustments/mods you had to make to make these work because they look feakin' awesome. Just the look I am trying to accomplish. I was also wondering how tall you are so I can make my decision on either the superbike to or the cafe bars. I don't think .8" difference on the rise will be significant however the pull back is what concerns me a little.

95TBird · 08-21-2005, 10:26 AM

No modifications were necessary. I didn't even drill the bars, I just ground off the nubs inside the handlebar controls. The bars dropped right in and then I wrapped a bit of friction tape around the bars and bolted the controls on. I am 5'10 and of average build. For anyone shorter than me, I would definately recommend taller bars or a little more pullback. My wife (about 5'4") could sit very well on the legend in stock configuration but with these bars it too much of a stretch. She can reach them but it is uncomfortable for her.

I suppose it is all a matter of preference and these bars definately look and feel more aggressive. If that is what you are looking for and are as tall or taller than me, I say go for the Superbike bars.

Just my opinion
Frank

Spooner · 08-21-2005, 05:10 PM

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On 2005-08-21 08:26, 95TBird wrote:
No modifications were necessary. I didn't even drill the bars, I just ground off the nubs inside the handlebar controls. The bars dropped right in and then I wrapped a bit of friction tape around the bars and bolted the controls on. I am 5'10 and of average build. For anyone shorter than me, I would definately recommend taller bars or a little more pullback. My wife (about 5'4") could sit very well on the legend in stock configuration but with these bars it too much of a stretch. She can reach them but it is uncomfortable for her.

I suppose it is all a matter of preference and these bars definately look and feel more aggressive. If that is what you are looking for and are as tall or taller than me, I say go for the Superbike bars.

Just my opinion
Frank

Looks great man! So would I be correct in assuming that they'd fit the T-bird as well??
What do you mean when you say "Ground off the nubs inside the handlebar controls"?