LuckyAces Thanks for posting this. I am currently putting these bars on my bike. There are a few important things to note here. While every year of Aero looks roughly the same, they have a couple major differences up front that will cause you some issues installing these bars. LuckyAces comments are absolutely spot on for 2008+ aeros. all cabling will fit but very snuggly. 2004-2007 Aeros have a few major differences. Their risers are welded to the bars, so you'll need to get one inch risers to install these bars. This also means that since you cannot adjust the angle of the bars, the cables can be shorter. The throttle, and clutch lines need to be extended. I put motion pro plus 8in on them and they are working great. You could gete away with +6 if you'd like. The other big difference on the 2004-2007 is that the break disk is on the opposite side of the wheel. You cannot use the stock brake line either. I've tried a line off the shadow 1100 and its still about a half inch short. I think my next try will be a brakeline off a streetbob. Part numbers are motion pro 02-0591, 02-0592, 02-0593. I hope this helps everyone.
@OGbk89
Жыл бұрын
I have an 04 aero with the one piece bar/riser. Do you happen to know a part number or where to get the risers needed?
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
Sorry I just say this. Excellent information! I had not considered the slight change in the Aero model in the mid 00's. Good catch friend!
@MH-ku5hf
17 күн бұрын
Thank you! Im shopping for some bars that will allow around inch less reach, maybe some height maybe not, lol. Thanks again!
@LuckyAcesRiding
14 күн бұрын
Happy to help!
@johnblackwood1337
Ай бұрын
I've got a 2009 Honda Shadow Aero and I'm thinking about putting some 12-inch Apes on it. I had a 05 Shadow Spirit with 12-in Apes on it and I loved it but for some reason my 09 Aero has a freaking wobble somewhere in the front end and it's in the shop right now with a professional trying to figure out what in the wild wild world of sports is going on woth it. If I get that bike running smooth on the road then I'll put Ape Hangers On It. If I don't, it's going up for sale!
@LuckyAcesRiding
28 күн бұрын
I had a wobble issue for about 2 years before I finally figured it out. Typical culprits are front wheel bearings, tire out of round, tire not balanced properly, neck bearings, worn out riser bushings (to a lesser extent) but for me is was not any of those. The fluid in the forks was two different viscosities so essentially each fork had a different spring rate.
@johnblackwood1337
28 күн бұрын
@LuckyAcesRiding I think I saw a video have someone that had the same problem with theirs. To me mine doesn't feel like it has any oil in the front forks. I've only had one other bike that gave me trouble with fork oil and that was a 1972 rd350 2 Stroker. It was a mean machine!
@Terminator_888
18 күн бұрын
what size riser did you use on the ape arms
@LuckyAcesRiding
14 күн бұрын
They are the factory 08 Aero risers, I believe they are about 2"
@chrisgoossens463
Ай бұрын
So you just pretending?
@LuckyAcesRiding
28 күн бұрын
Best I could do without re-installing the stock bars just to take them back off again.
@03ShadowACE
2 ай бұрын
Did you use the same cables?
@LuckyAcesRiding
2 ай бұрын
Throttle cables, wiring, brake line YES, clutch cable NO. If I went with narrower 12" bars or 10" (or shorter) I would not have needed to.
@marcocatenacci9227
Жыл бұрын
Great video! Ordering my handle bars this weekend and will be following this guid
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
Awesome! I'm glad you found it helpful!
@kmorawiec437
2 ай бұрын
Awesome video! I am a newbie to the motorcycle world. I had friends who said they would swap my bars for me, but they never did. I watched your video several times and set my laptop out in the garages and followed you step by step!!! Success on swapping two handlebars between two bikes!!! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I still need to change out my grips.
@LuckyAcesRiding
2 ай бұрын
That is awesome! I'm glad it was able to help someone!
@bryanreyes2930
3 ай бұрын
Hey I’m trying to fit a 8” bar and the cables don’t reach do you have any recommendations or I need to change the cables ?
@LuckyAcesRiding
3 ай бұрын
How big are your risers? Are they the 2" ones like on my Aero or the larger ones from a Spirit? Unless they are crazy wide the 8" bars should fit without issue.
@andrewa7835
Жыл бұрын
I want to put 10" mini apes on my '02 VLX Deluxe, but am unsure whether I will need longer cables/where to find them? Any help?
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
As for length of cables I am not sure but I have heard good things about MotionPro as a source for cables. TJBRUTALCUSTOMS has a video showing how to measure for new cables by fabbing up handlebars using PVC pipe that seemed pretty useful.
@lifted8938
Жыл бұрын
any chance you could list the part number for the clutch cable? I've ordered the replacement wire and ran it through the old housing and of course that didn't work. so, needing a longer housing and cable. any help would be appreciated.
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
Motion Pro's website says these will work. The first link is a +4" cable which "should" be enough and the second link is a +6" which is not the same exact cable I have but is the same length. www.motionpro.com/product/62-0405 www.motionpro.com/product/02-0599
@jasondiddle4226
Жыл бұрын
I’ve asked several questions because I’ve badly wanted to install a set of these on my bike and just went with a set that was shorter trying not to have to switch out lines and cables because of price, measuring, and how hard it is to find some parts. I bought some Honda spirit cables in hopes that they would be long enough for what I need. I did buy the same bars you did. They look nice. I’ve had several brands in the 12” that I’ve liked but tried the ones you tried. I’m curious of what size your clutch cable was and if you had to change the brake cable.
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
I did not change the front brake line but did have to adjust it a little. On the right side of the forks there is a bracket that needs to be loosened which should allow you to slide the brake line up about one inch. This should give you enough slack up top to where it it not so tight. As for the clutch cable, the replacement one measured out to be 6" longer than my factory one. You might be able to get away with 4" longer but the extra 2" didn't hurt.
@buck_the_atlas
Жыл бұрын
Great video. As you pointed out, the arrow on the riser clamp indicates the top. This is because the mating face for the top bolt is lower (further around the bar) than the rear and is meant to be tightened first. If you want to verify this the 1 of your clamps off sit it on a flat surface. The front face will sit flat on the surface while there will be a gap between the rear face and the surface.
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
Awesome man! I did not know that! Thank you for sharing.
@BigBean0412
7 ай бұрын
Do you have stock clutch cable? Mine are really stretched with the new bars
@LuckyAcesRiding
7 ай бұрын
The clutch cable is a +6" but I could have gone with a +4" and been ok. MotionPro should have what you need.
@-lakinemo-375
Жыл бұрын
Hi! If I want to put a 12" ape hangers on a 2001 shadow 750, do I need to extend the wiring ? Thanks!
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
Yes I believe you do. Esoteric Rider did a great job explaining how he installed 12" apes on his 2001 ACE. He also makes and sells harnesses on eBay to extend the wiring so you do not have to splice into your factory stuff if you dont want to. kzitem.info/news/bejne/zoSN0I1qbnmGl2k
@highclass3041
Жыл бұрын
I didn't know Ned Flanders rode bikes let alone repairs em
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
It was this or run the Leftorium forever. I don't even know, have not seen that show in at least 20 years. Is the Leftorium even still a thing?
@truckandtea
6 ай бұрын
Is it 12”? I have a 10” bar wanna install on my 2020 shadow so I need to change any of the cables ?
@LuckyAcesRiding
6 ай бұрын
These are 12". With the 10" bars you should not have to replace the cables but you may need to re-route them.
@truckandtea
6 ай бұрын
@@LuckyAcesRiding thank you
@austinsmith6317
4 ай бұрын
Can you please do a video on the tachometer!! That would be so sweet!!
@LuckyAcesRiding
4 ай бұрын
Already in the works my friend.
@dmitrykuznetsov6156
6 ай бұрын
Hi! Please tell me if it is necessary to replace the wires for such a steering wheel?
@LuckyAcesRiding
6 ай бұрын
For the 12" bars I had to replace the clutch cable. 10" bars should not require any new cables.
@robertodiaz1637
2 ай бұрын
What are those other guages on the handle bars base?
@LuckyAcesRiding
2 ай бұрын
The left one is a tachometer, the right is a volt meter
@paulsilva6543
7 ай бұрын
How hard was the clutch cable to replace? Great Video. thanks
@LuckyAcesRiding
7 ай бұрын
Not too difficult. I spent more time trying to adjust the cable properly then installing the cable. If can't remember the details but it was pretty straight forward once you start looking at it.
@jasondiddle4226
Жыл бұрын
Did you have any issues with the handlebars slipping any in the risers?
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
No issues so far!
@tbrewer71
Жыл бұрын
I got the 8”mini apes and it seems like my clutch cable is too short; what am I doing wrong? 2022 Shadow Aero 750 tia
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
If you haven't yet you might try re-routing the cable behind the forks, that should give you a little extra length. I am surprised it seems too short though.
@tbrewer71
Жыл бұрын
@@LuckyAcesRiding got the cables to work but now my throttl cables came out of the throttle sleeve flange 😕 is there an easier way to get them back in without removing the tank and air cleaner housing to get to the other end?
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
@@tbrewer71 I'm not sure friend. I'm thinking removing the tank is going to be the easiest.
@sergiosalazar4643
Жыл бұрын
Where Can i find the risers ?? O that came with the bars?
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
With my Aero I used the factory risers so I am not sure what will fit.
@reddude4376
Жыл бұрын
Did you try to fit the clutch cable before you change it
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
Yes and I could only get the lever to the "upper" bend of the handlebar if that makes sense. I have heard that if you went with a narrower set of apes you shouldn't need to change the clutch cable on the Aero but have no first hand experience.
@Moneybank96
Жыл бұрын
By any chance do you have a suggestion for cable lengths for 16 inch bars?
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
No personal experience but a lot of folks use "Motion Pro" as a source. They appear to be affordable.
@husemannt
Жыл бұрын
motion pro +8 would be tight. If this is going on an Aero, Id recommend +12 since they dont have a +10.
@alexesco1521
Жыл бұрын
I do have 2003 honda cut 750i want do the same but Amazon don’t give much info
@deonteb1624
5 ай бұрын
What length cables did you buy in your cable kit ?
@deonteb1624
5 ай бұрын
+6 +12 inches ?
@LuckyAcesRiding
5 ай бұрын
@@deonteb1624 The clutch cable is +6" but could have easily been +4". Throttle cables, wiring, and brake line are all stock. They are at their absolute max though. A basic guide for how high you can go with stock cables on a Honda Shadow is 12" apes (narrow ones) on an Aero, Ace/Spirit is 10", Phantoms I am not sure.
@anakinskywalker3876
Жыл бұрын
Where did you get ur extended clutch cable?
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
I got mine from Mean Cycles out of Florida and it was part of a kit (included brake line and throttle cables). If I did it again I would check out Motion Pro. My cable is 6" longer than the stock one but I am pretty sure 4" longer is all you need. I've also heard you can re-route the factory cable and it will work if you do with narrower bars (I went with wide apes for comfort).
@Chops_4114
Жыл бұрын
Made it look easy sir. Just gotta find some risers now.
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
Let me know if you have any other questions! Thanks for checking out the video!
@alabamarolltide1455
Жыл бұрын
Are them 7/8 or 1" bars I think I got the wrong size I got the 7/8 think they'll still work?
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
They are 1" bars. If you have the same model I do they won't work. They will not fit in the risers, plus the grips and controls won't fit.
@alabamarolltide1455
Жыл бұрын
@@LuckyAcesRiding I got a 06 honda shadow 750vt areo
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
@@alabamarolltide1455 Nice. I'd see if you could return the 7/8" bars.
@chrisstewart1465
Жыл бұрын
Hi @LuckyAcesRiding, thanks for the great video! I have an 04 Areo 750, where did you get your risers and bars from? I cant seem to find anywhere in my area that has them and so many varying reviews online. Thanks!
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! The bars are the 12" wide apes from J&P cycles. www.jpcycles.com/product/500-968/j-p-cycles-1-chrome-12-ape-hanger-handlebar I'm still using the factory risers. I think the Aero always used this set up so if your bike has the one piece riser/handlebar someone may have swapped yours out at some point.
@oliverbanek8280
Жыл бұрын
Hey i have the same bike same year. Did you ever end up switching your bars? Im running into the same problems
@chrisstewart1465
Жыл бұрын
I ended up going with 10” bars, just had to reroute the cables.
@rodneymott2433
12 күн бұрын
Did you have to extend anything?@@chrisstewart1465
@lastofadyinbread6934
Жыл бұрын
Where did you get that sisy bar?
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
It came from Amazon. It's made for a Sportster but fits with little work. I talk about it here: kzitem.info/news/bejne/on5_0JeKsIKihm0
@lastofadyinbread6934
Жыл бұрын
@@LuckyAcesRiding thank yea sir
@karimqamberi931
5 ай бұрын
Mines n 06 will it be any different
@LuckyAcesRiding
5 ай бұрын
If you have the one piece handlebars from the factory you will need to pick up a set of 2" risers as well. That should be the only difference.
@luis0luis058
9 ай бұрын
Ese guia es de 12" ?
@LuckyAcesRiding
9 ай бұрын
Sí, esto es 12
@joseluisgarcia8936
Жыл бұрын
Could you say where and how much longer you had to buy the clutch cable ?
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
I got the clutch cable in a kit from MeanCycles out of Florida. A lot of people buy theirs from Motion Pro which would be a cheaper option. If you are outside of the US then I am not sure where the best place to buy would be. You will need a cable that is 6"-8" longer than the factory cable.
@joseluisgarcia8936
Жыл бұрын
@LuckyAcesRiding thank you. I was actually looking at that website. But was unsure of the length .
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
@@joseluisgarcia8936 No problem! My stock clutch cable measured about 51 inches btw.
@jasondiddle4226
Жыл бұрын
Do you know 100 percent of which part number handlebar you used? Maybe it is in your email where you ordered. I just want to make sure. I have a Shadow and think your bars look good.
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
I went back and double checked and these are the bar I used www.jpcycles.com/product/500-968/j-p-cycles-1-chrome-12-ape-hanger-handlebar Hope that helps!
@jasondiddle4226
Жыл бұрын
@@LuckyAcesRiding I thought I seen some knurling on your bars. That’s why I asked. I didn’t think I seen knurling on the ones in the link. Thank you for the information
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
@@jasondiddle4226 No problem friend! If you need any more info let me know!
@jasondiddle4226
Жыл бұрын
@@LuckyAcesRiding Well,,,,, I went and ordered a set to try. I’ve rode most my life. I always wanted to try a set of ape hangers but was afraid of having to deal with the wires, cables, and choke.
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
@@jasondiddle4226 The only cable I had to replace was the clutch. When comparedto my stock one it is 6" longer than the factory one.
@carloszacarias1147
Жыл бұрын
Where did you get you cable kit?
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
Meancycles.com They are a tad pricey. Checkout motion pro as we.
@manuhonkanen2111
Жыл бұрын
What about the brakehose?
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
The brake line is at its limits but it is long enough. Its been like this for 6 months now and I have not had any braking issues.
@manuhonkanen2111
Жыл бұрын
@@LuckyAcesRiding good to hear! When i put a 9 inch ape hanger to my VT 600 the line seemed so tight that I replaced the line to a bit longer generic hydraulic line!
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
@@manuhonkanen2111 I didn't even know anyone made a 9" ape, that's interesting! Once the bracket holding the line on the right side of the forks is loosened the tension on the brake line can be relieved a little if slid slightly closer to the brake lever as oppose to the caliper.
@manuhonkanen2111
Жыл бұрын
@@LuckyAcesRiding made by Lucas 220mm bar that is 8.66 inches close to 9 inch?
@LuckyAcesRiding
Жыл бұрын
@@manuhonkanen2111 I didn't even consider metric! D'oh!
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