WD wrote on 07/05/11 at 17:04:01:Easiest way to strut a Savage is with a set of lift shackles from O'Reilly, Pep Boys, Autozone, etc. Just drill the chosen holes out to 9/16". If you drill them all out you have roughly 4" of adjustability. Good 9/16" bits aren't cheap, use cutting oil and go slow.
I used to ride exclusively rigid. My Savage was like that for a couple months, until a work injury ruined my lumbar spine. Can't do it now and miss it. I run Intruder rear shocks for clearance and the handling suffers for it. Wallows like a Geezer Glide.
Don't waste money on a new seat. Ditch the stock foam (too soft) and replace it with 2 layers of blue ensolite (camping pad from Wal-mart) and cover with leather of your choice. Mine has held strong for 10 years, and it is kept outdoors. Water buffalo hide. A thrift store jacket will do 2 or 3 seats if you know how to trim out the pieces, 2 if you don't. Those pricey seats are usually carpet under foam under cover anyway. Use upholstery thread, stuff holds up for years.
Oh, I vote for at least 10" rise bars.
I'm sold on the apes just for the fact I won't need risers and that'll save me some money. I don't know if I should go with 10' or 12'.
How tall are you? Have any pics of your bike with the apes?
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