How Do You Install Drag Bars On A Motorcycle, Bobber Or Chopper?
Fitting your motorcycle with some cool drag bars can eliminate that pain in your neck and is very easy, providing you consider a few things first and check a few things along the way. First, take some measurements to see what kind of bar will actually fit on your bike. Check the rise and clearance needed and width, height, and pullback you desire. Width and height are obvious but clearance can be tricky. Try to find an old coat hanger and bend it into the style of bars you would like and copy those measurements. Some drag bars will require risers to be installed. Companies like JC Whitney and Dennis Kirk can provide you with inexpensive materials you will need to complete this job. Be sure to verify the tube size of your new bars. Position the bike on the center stand. Safety First! Now lets begin the actual swap by removing the old handlebar. Remove the bar ends and mirrors completely — mirrors can be amazingly unwieldy when the levers are off the bar. Remove the levers and hand cont
