I agree with your observations. Bars seem wide and I may cut them shorter or get another one bent. REAR SUSPENSION: motor head friend at North Coast Triumph in Toledo said that after market Harley shock like the Progressive 440 would help. Another guy said 440 shock with stock spring would be better. Wife says it´s time to eat. Owwww, Owwww, Owwww, not more whips.