RSC Adjustables

[Stubbz63]

i got a question, why do all adjustables brands of bar setups stick so far out in the front from the fork, these appear to be about an inch farther forward than they need to be, probly plenty comfy for lot riding but for streets theyd make ya stretch way out to reach them, just curious if there is a specific reason. im short armed and want some adjustables but i dont want to have to reach so far forward to reach them. im sure they could be moved to the back or sides but may be to wide by then, curious to see some pix of others mounted differently in different positions.