Dennis,
I don't think a 62 panhead is an ugly motorcycle (ape or not), it's one of my favorites. I've had 12" and 16" apes on my bikes. I've ridden a Road King with 18" apes. Liked them all. Hands at shoulder height or a little below shoulder height is good for me.
Al (ssjones),
You should be able to fit any 1" bars on your America/Speedmaster. Of course you'll need to get new cables made up.
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