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    Hey guys, I just bought an 03 xb9s with an 05 1203cc engine in it. The front was also converted to a firebolt for racing. Id like to get it back to looking like a lightning, any suggestions on what kind of bars to run?

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    You'll need to convert the top triple tree back to a Lightning triple first I'd assume based on your description. Once at that point, I'd recommend the Renthal Ultralow or Streetfighter bars.

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    ^ Renthal Ultra Low

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    Or pro taper Carmichael low bars

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    Expensive idea (S front end is 2-3x the Firebolt front)... Where is this? I had a convo with a guy in TN/GA/NC area I think... with a built 12 motor in a 9 frame and bike was loaded with nice parts! I was thinking of picking it up when he wanted to sell but lost his contact info. He or his friend Was part of some XB race team down there.

    Does it have ohlins suspension?

    Or it could be totally different bike lol

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    Or pro taper Carmichael low bars
    Just installed mine.

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    Thanks for the suggestions! I've got the triples, might be from a uyl but I believe they'll work. UMDterp13, that's funny..this bike was originally owned and raced by an engineer from EBR. I doubt it's the same bike. I bought it from a buddy near the twin cities in MN.

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    7/8 should work I assume?

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    Yep

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    Just installed mine.

    Would you happen to have any pics?



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