Finished my custom bars this weekend

[Lamonster]

I've always wanted some mini apes on my F3 and I just got around to building a custom set for my Shop Dawg project bike. I know they're not for everyone but I love them and so do a few other folks so we decided to go into production on these. They just feel right.

[Chupaca]

Look great for those that like them and will be a hit with many. Will the wiring need extensions or is there enough to install straight forward...?? Will there be colors to choose from..?? congrtats on this new item...

[trikermutha]

Love to have something close to that for my RT!

Like to here more after you given it a trial run how they feel on the Spyder.

[Lamonster]

Look great for those that like them and will be a hit with many. Will the wiring need extensions or is there enough to install straight forward...?? Will there be colors to choose from..?? congrtats on this new item...

Stock wiring works fine, just cut one ziptie

[quasi]

Wish there was something like this for the RT's.

[Peteoz]

Yep, yep, yep. They have my name on them Lamont, especially now that my Daylong seat has lifted me up and back a couple of inches. So I am now waiting impatiently for my Lamonster RIP highway pegs and mini apes.

Pete

[ARtraveler]

Thanks for the update. Another option for those who like the look.

[Peteoz]

Thanks for the update. Another option for those who like the look.

....or even for those of us who don’t specifically like “the look”, but need the bar height, ak

Pete

[cptjam]

Love the look! Nice job! You are right, not for everyone, but many find them more comfortable. Pain sux, and if that position is what is right for you, we have a solution! Different postures, sizes, ergonomics come into play. I am thrilled Lamont fabricated these. I think they will work for lots of people! Everyone is different, so having options on bars, footpegs or floorboards, windshields, saddles, grips is fantastic! If it hurts, you won’t ride as much. It has taken trial and error to fit us up. In fact, next month SpyderAnn is being fitted for a new Daylong saddle. Hopefully, this last piece will make the ride perfect for her. Again, everyone is different. YMMV!
Thank you,Lamont, for making these. Joe

[rudym]

I've always wanted some mini apes on my F3 and I just got around to building a custom set for my Shop Dawg project bike. I know they're not for everyone but I love them and so do a few other folks so we decided to go into production on these. They just feel right.

I want some beach bars for additional leverage on my F3T. Did you have to lengthen your control cables?

[Peteoz]

I want some beach bars for additional leverage on my F3T. Did you have to lengthen your control cables?

Lamont responded in post #4 that stock wiring works with the removal of one zip ties, Rudy

Pete

[lastinline]

I'm not a fan of apes but I have to admit they look good on your Spyder. good job! I'm new to Spyders and have visited your site. nice. I can see you're going to get me into trouble with the wife

[Lamonster]

I've added a few pics of the finished prototype bars and this shows the adjustment you'll have.

All the way forward.


All the way back.


Where I like them.

[Lamonster]

A few close up shots on the bike.

[Mikind7]

In stock yet? Soon I hope.

[robhowen]

What are Ape Hanger Bars like? I've never had them on any bike. They always looked like they would be tiring and that your arms might go numb.

What's it like?

Rob

[Lamonster]

In stock yet? Soon I hope.

Not yet but we're working on it.

[Lamonster]

What are Ape Hanger Bars like? I've never had them on any bike. They always looked like they would be tiring and that your arms might go numb.

What's it like?

Rob

These are not true apes. They would be considered mini apes. The theory is to have your hands even with your heart to prevent numbness in your hands. They're very comfortable to ride with.

[Slagiatt]

I'm imagining having to stretch left or right when making a turn because of the angle of the grips. Is that an issue?
(BTW...they look great!)

[Mikind7]

Lamont, be sure to let us know how the bike handles with these bars???????

[juscuz]

Not yet but we're working on it.

Not that I even need to know, I'm getting them as soon as they are available BUT some may want to know a price range. AND can I pay now??

[Lamonster]

I'm imagining having to stretch left or right when making a turn because of the angle of the grips. Is that an issue?
(BTW...they look great!)

I think people are overthinking this. It takes very little to turn the bike while riding and the only time that you would use the full turning capacity would be in a parking lot or making a u-turn. If anything it would be easier because your arms are not down from your body.

[Lamonster]

Not that I even need to know, I'm getting them as soon as they are available BUT some may want to know a price range. AND can I pay now??

We do have a preorder list going but we're not taking deposits. I hope to have pricing next week. Should be inline with custom Harley type bars. That's what I'm shooting for.