Handle Bar Handlebar Riser Bushings For Harley Dyna , Softail , Sportster Replaces OEM # 56158-73, 53156-86

OVERVIEW

This replacement set of handlebar riser bushings restores precise steering geometry and eliminates loose handlebar play on classic Harley-Davidson platforms. Constructed from resilient polyurethane, the kit directly substitutes worn OEM rubber units—specifically replacing part numbers 56158-73 and 53156-86—for a seamless bolt-on upgrade. Designed specifically for Dyna, Softail, and Sportster frame designs, it reinforces the steering head housing while preserving factory ride characteristics.

ENGINEERING & PERFORMANCE

The polyurethane formulation offers a stiffer structural base than aging rubber bushings, significantly reducing flex under hard acceleration and aggressive leaned-over maneuvers. Despite higher tensile strength, the composite material continues to dampen high-frequency vibrations from the front wheel and engine mounts before they travel to the handlebars. This engineering approach maintains accurate OEM caster and trail dimensions while preventing premature wear in the riser tube bores, ensuring consistent alignment throughout the motorcycle's service life.

KEY FEATURES

• Set of four heavy-duty handlebar riser bushings
• Polyurethane construction for enhanced longitudinal stiffness
• Direct replacements for OEM parts #56158-73 and #53156-86
• Engineered to eliminate steering stem looseness and wobble
• Vibration-absorbent compound protects bars and controls from shock fatigue
• Restores precise throttle response and turn-in accuracy
• Precision-molded dimensions ensure secure seating in riser bores
• Designed to withstand exposure to road grime, moisture, and UV light
• Suited for daily cruisers, restored classics, and track-prepped bikes
• Installs with standard hand tools in a fraction of the required labor time

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Part type: Hardware / Steering Components
• Material: Polyurethane
• Replacement OEM Numbers: #56158-73, #53156-86
• Quantity per set: 4
• Compatible Trims: Dyna, Softail, Sportster
• Supported Years: 1973–2017 (model-dependent)

FITMENT

• Harley Softail (1973–2017)
• Harley Dyna (1979–2017)
• Harley Sportster (1973–2003)

WHY HARLEY RIDERS CHOOSE THIS

Harley riders routinely install these bushings when stock rubber collapses over time, creating vague steering feedback and dangerous handlebar float at highway speeds. The transition to polyurethane reestablishes a solid connection between the fork triple trees and the riser tubes, delivering immediate mechanical lockstep between the wheels and rider input. Because the upgraded compound resists compression set and chemical degradation, it extends the service interval drastically compared to standard rubber replacements. It represents a foundational maintenance fix that keeps aging Dyna, Softail, and Sportster frames agile, predictable, and ready for extended rides.

2016-2017	Harley-Davidson	FLSS Softail Slim S	-	-
2016-2017	Harley-Davidson	FLSTFBS Fat Boy S	-	-
2016-2017	Harley-Davidson	FXDLS Low Rider S	-	-
2013-2017	Harley-Davidson	FXSB Breakout	-	-
2013-2014	Harley-Davidson	FXSBSE CVO Breakout	-	-
2012-2017	Harley-Davidson	FLS Softail Slim	-	-
2012-2016	Harley-Davidson	FLD Switchback	-	-
2010-2016	Harley-Davidson	FLSTFB Fat Boy Lo	-	-
2009	Harley-Davidson	FXSTSSE3 CVO Softail Springer	-	-
2008-2017	Harley-Davidson	FXDF Fat Bob	-	-
2008-2011	Harley-Davidson	FXCWC Rocker C	-	-
2008-2009	Harley-Davidson	FXCW Rocker	-	-
2006-2007, 2013-2017	Harley-Davidson	FXDB Street Bob	-	-
2006	Harley-Davidson	FLSTI Heritage Softail	-	-
2006	Harley-Davidson	FXDI35 Dyna 35th Anniversary Super Glide	-	-
2005-2017	Harley-Davidson	FLSTN Softail Deluxe	-	-
2005-2006	Harley-Davidson	FLSTNI Softail Deluxe	-	-
2005-2006	Harley-Davidson	FXDCI Super Glide Custom	-	-
2005	Harley-Davidson	15th Anniversary Fat Boy FLSTF	-	-
2004-2006	Harley-Davidson	FXDI Dyna Super Glide	-	-
2004-2006	Harley-Davidson	FXDWGI Dyna Wide Glide	-	-
2004-2005	Harley-Davidson	FXDXI Dyna Super Glide Sport	-	-
2002-2003	Harley-Davidson	XL883R Sportster 883 Roadster	-	-
2001-2006	Harley-Davidson	FLSTCI Heritage Softail Classic	-	-
2001-2006	Harley-Davidson	FLSTFI Fat Boy	-	-
2001-2006	Harley-Davidson	FXSTBI Night Train	-	-
2001-2006	Harley-Davidson	FXSTI Softail Standard	-	-
2001-2003	Harley-Davidson	FXDXT Dyna Super Glide T-Sport	-	-
2000	Harley-Davidson	FXR4	-	-
1999-2009	Harley-Davidson	FXSTB Night Train	-	-
1999-2005	Harley-Davidson	FXDX Dyna Super Glide Sport	-	-
1999-2003	Harley-Davidson	XL883C Sportster 883 Custom	-	-
1999-2003	Harley-Davidson	Sportster 1200 XLH	-	-
1999	Harley-Davidson	FXR2	-	-
1999	Harley-Davidson	FXR3	-	-
1996-2003	Harley-Davidson	XL1200S Sportster 1200 Sport	-	-
1996-2003	Harley-Davidson	XL1200C Sportster 1200 Custom	-	-
1995-2005, 2007-2010	Harley-Davidson	FXD Dyna Super Glide	-	-
1995-2000	Harley-Davidson	FXDS-Conv Dyna Convertible	-	-
1994-1996	Harley-Davidson	FLSTN Heritage Softail Special	-	-
1993-2005, 2007-2009, 2015-2017	Harley-Davidson	FXDL Dyna Low Rider	-	-
1993-2005, 2007-2008, 2010-2017	Harley-Davidson	FXDWG Dyna Wide Glide	-	-
1993	Harley-Davidson	FLSTN Heritage Softail Nostalgia	-	-
1993	Harley-Davidson	Sport Glide FXRT	-	-
1992, 2005, 2007-2014	Harley-Davidson	FXDC Super Glide Custom	-	-
1992	Harley-Davidson	FXDB-D Dyna Glide Daytona	-	-
1990-2017	Harley-Davidson	FLSTF Fat Boy	-	-
1990-1993	Harley-Davidson	FXRS-Conv Low Rider Sport Convertible	-	-
1989-1990, 1993	Harley-Davidson	Low Rider FXRS	-	-
1988-2017	Harley-Davidson	FLSTC Heritage Softail Classic	-	-
1988-1998	Harley-Davidson	XLH1200	-	-
1988-1993	Harley-Davidson	FXRS-SP Low Rider Sport	-	-
1987-1998, 2002-2003	Harley-Davidson	XLH883HUG Sportster 883 Hugger	-	-
1987-1994	Harley-Davidson	FXLR Low Rider Custom	-	-
1987, 1989-2003	Harley-Davidson	Sportster 883 XLH	-	-
1987	Harley-Davidson	Softail Heritage Classic FLSTC	-	-
1986-1999, 2007-2010	Harley-Davidson	FXSTC Softail Custom	-	-
1986-1995	Harley-Davidson	XLH883DLX Sportster 883 Deluxe	-	-
1986-1993, 2007	Harley-Davidson	FXST Softail Standard	-	-
1986-1990, 2006	Harley-Davidson	FLST Heritage Softail	-	-
1986-1987	Harley-Davidson	XLH1100	-	-
1986, 1988, 1999-2001	Harley-Davidson	XLH883	-	-
1986	Harley-Davidson	FXRD Sport Glide Grand Touring	-	-
1985, 1987	Harley-Davidson	FXRC Low Rider Chrome	-	-
1984-1992	Harley-Davidson	FXRT Sport Glide	-	-
1984-1988, 1991-1992	Harley-Davidson	FXRS Low Glide	-	-
1984	Harley-Davidson	FXRDG Disc Glide	-	-
1983-1985	Harley-Davidson	XLX 1000	-	-
1983-1985	Harley-Davidson	FXSB Low Rider - Belt	-	-
1983-1984	Harley-Davidson	XR1000	-	-
1983	Harley-Davidson	FXDG Disc Glide	-	-
1982-1983, 1986-1994	Harley-Davidson	FXR Super Glide II	-	-
1982-1983	Harley-Davidson	Super Glide II FXRS	-	-
1981, 1985	Harley-Davidson	FXEF Fat Bob	-	-
1980-1986	Harley-Davidson	FXWG Wide Glide	-	-
1980-1982	Harley-Davidson	FXB Sturgis	-	-
1979-1985	Harley-Davidson	XLS Roadster	-	-
1979-1980	Harley-Davidson	Fat Bob FXEF	-	-
1979-1980	Harley-Davidson	1200 Fat Bob FXEF	-	-
1979-1980	Harley-Davidson	Super Glide 80 FXE	-	-
1979-1980	Harley-Davidson	1200 Super Glide FXE	-	-
1979	Harley-Davidson	Low Rider FXS	-	-
1979	Harley-Davidson	1200 Low Rider FXS	-	-
1977-1978, 1980-1982	Harley-Davidson	FXS Low Rider	-	-
1977-1978	Harley-Davidson	XLCR Cafe Racer	-	-
1977-1978	Harley-Davidson	XLT	-	-
1974-1978, 1981-1984	Harley-Davidson	FXE Super Glide	-	-
1973-1985	Harley-Davidson	XLH1000	-	-
1973-1979	Harley-Davidson	XLCH	-	-
1973-1978	Harley-Davidson	FX Super Glide

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FITS	FXR 1982-1994 FXD 1991-2017 XL 1973-2003 FX 1973-1984 FXST 1986-2017 FLST 1986-2017 FL 1973-1984