Handlebars

ZUKIMON · 03-24-2009, 04:30 PM

My bars are below the upper part of the tripple tree. There's no way possible for my bars to come off the bike unless they get broken or you pull the upper plate at the steering stem. This also makes me think that the tit is for centering purposes and not much else. I really don't see how I could be messing up by cutting the tit off. I cannot swap them from side to side either. If I did, they would be pointing upwards the same that they are now pointing down. I just want them angled more straight. I would have to purchase aftermarket ones to be able to raise them, so if I can atleast get them more straight, I'll be fine. They can be moved down roughly 3", but there's no way I want that.

I'll try to post a pic when I get home.

I also think that I am going to cut this locating tit off and change the angle on them.

ZUKIMON · 03-25-2009, 10:18 PM

I haven't had a chance to get out to the building and take any pics but, I am sure that most of you know what I am talking about. Either way, I found these just now and wondered what are your thoughts on them?

http://www.bikebandit.com/product/13952?m=2074&t=1&td=1

Now before I go spending out $130 on some clip-ons, you better believe that I am going to cut the tit off of my stock ones and try that. The biggest difference here is that stock has one clamp bolt and aftermarket has two.

No Worries · 03-26-2009, 12:47 AM

Wouldn't you get the same thing you already have? This is just my opinion, but when I test rode an Aprilia Factory, the low bars made it very difficult to shift my upper-body weight. Actually, it was pretty much impossible. An upright riding position doesn't look as cool, but it makes it much easier for me to throw my bikes around.

Spiegler sells a very expensive handlebar kit for your bike: http://www.spieglerusa.com/cfm/sbk.cfm. But if you like to be comfortable when you ride, and you live where there are lots of curves, it would be worth it.

Amber Lamps · 03-26-2009, 01:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by No Worries

Wouldn't you get the same thing you already have? This is just my opinion, but when I test rode an Aprilia Factory, the low bars made it very difficult to shift my upper-body weight. Actually, it was pretty much impossible. An upright riding position doesn't look as cool, but it makes it much easier for me to throw my bikes around.

Spiegler sells a very expensive handlebar kit for your bike: http://www.spieglerusa.com/cfm/sbk.cfm. But if you like to be comfortable when you ride, and you live where there are lots of curves, it would be worth it.

Screw that! hahaha!

Hey my olny concern with "modifying" the stock set-up is that with the single bolt,perhaps the "tit" also helps keep the bars from twisting on the fork.

ZUKIMON · 03-26-2009, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by No Worries

Wouldn't you get the same thing you already have? This is just my opinion, but when I test rode an Aprilia Factory, the low bars made it very difficult to shift my upper-body weight. Actually, it was pretty much impossible. An upright riding position doesn't look as cool, but it makes it much easier for me to throw my bikes around.

Spiegler sells a very expensive handlebar kit for your bike: http://www.spieglerusa.com/cfm/sbk.cfm. But if you like to be comfortable when you ride, and you live where there are lots of curves, it would be worth it.

Yeah, I'll look into that when I decide to fighter the bike.........IF it gets laid down.

Quote:

Originally Posted by TIGGER

Screw that! hahaha!

Hey my olny concern with "modifying" the stock set-up is that with the single bolt,perhaps the "tit" also helps keep the bars from twisting on the fork.

This is my concern as well. If it were two clamp bolts, then I don't forsee that being a problem. To be honest.....as little as the tit is, I don't see that it could do too much. I think I may be able to just drop the bar down a little to get the tit out of the hole and then degree it how I think I want it to see what it feels like. I may not even like what it is that I think I want.

ZUKIMON · 03-26-2009, 11:47 PM

Here's a pic of what I am talking about. Sorry but it's from my cell.

You can see the little tit that I am talking about just above the split loom tubing. It's slightly smaller than the diameter of a pencil, but I honestly don't think that it can be all that strong. ??? Someone please tell me that it would be a bad idea to remove this before I get all Dremel happy this weekend. I dropped the bars enought to clear the tit and pushed them out to the angle that I want and let me tell you...........That'll be the shit if I do it.

Amber Lamps · 03-27-2009, 12:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ZUKIMON

Here's a pic of what I am talking about. Sorry but it's from my cell.

You can see the little tit that I am talking about just above the split loom tubing. It's slightly smaller than the diameter of a pencil, but I honestly don't think that it can be all that strong. ??? Someone please tell me that it would be a bad idea to remove this before I get all Dremel happy this weekend. I dropped the bars enought to clear the tit and pushed them out to the angle that I want and let me tell you...........That'll be the shit if I do it.

Well then do it! I don't think those mounts cost alot if it doesn't work out. My main concern is twisting without that nipple to hold it in place.

Mr Lefty · 03-27-2009, 09:40 AM

yeah I believe that "tit" is what helps angle the clip on straight... I don't know if it has anything to do with stopping the clipon from twisting around the fork though.

I know Trip's brother broke that off on my bike when he low sided... and he was still able to ride home... but I don't know any more than that.

I'd try tightening it lowered so the "tit" clears... and see if the clipon twists around the fork... if there is no movement... I'd say give it a try...

03-24-2009, 04:30 PM	#1
ZUKIMON Is this thing on? Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ashe Co, NC (Near Boone) Moto: '01, 929RR Posts: 398	My bars are below the upper part of the tripple tree. There's no way possible for my bars to come off the bike unless they get broken or you pull the upper plate at the steering stem. This also makes me think that the tit is for centering purposes and not much else. I really don't see how I could be messing up by cutting the tit off. I cannot swap them from side to side either. If I did, they would be pointing upwards the same that they are now pointing down. I just want them angled more straight. I would have to purchase aftermarket ones to be able to raise them, so if I can atleast get them more straight, I'll be fine. They can be moved down roughly 3", but there's no way I want that. I'll try to post a pic when I get home. I also think that I am going to cut this locating tit off and change the angle on them. __________________ Dirty Harry said there's nothing wrong with a little shooting, as long as the right people get shot.

03-25-2009, 10:18 PM	#2
ZUKIMON Is this thing on? Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Ashe Co, NC (Near Boone) Moto: '01, 929RR Posts: 398	I haven't had a chance to get out to the building and take any pics but, I am sure that most of you know what I am talking about. Either way, I found these just now and wondered what are your thoughts on them? http://www.bikebandit.com/product/13952?m=2074&t=1&td=1 Now before I go spending out $130 on some clip-ons, you better believe that I am going to cut the tit off of my stock ones and try that. The biggest difference here is that stock has one clamp bolt and aftermarket has two. __________________ Dirty Harry said there's nothing wrong with a little shooting, as long as the right people get shot.

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03-26-2009, 12:47 AM	#3
No Worries Keyboard Racer Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mile High City Moto: Old Superbikes Posts: 1,016	Wouldn't you get the same thing you already have? This is just my opinion, but when I test rode an Aprilia Factory, the low bars made it very difficult to shift my upper-body weight. Actually, it was pretty much impossible. An upright riding position doesn't look as cool, but it makes it much easier for me to throw my bikes around. Spiegler sells a very expensive handlebar kit for your bike: http://www.spieglerusa.com/cfm/sbk.cfm. But if you like to be comfortable when you ride, and you live where there are lots of curves, it would be worth it.

03-27-2009, 09:40 AM	#8
Mr Lefty TWFix Legend Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Denver CO Moto: 01 BMW F650GS Dakar Posts: 15,677	yeah I believe that "tit" is what helps angle the clip on straight... I don't know if it has anything to do with stopping the clipon from twisting around the fork though. I know Trip's brother broke that off on my bike when he low sided... and he was still able to ride home... but I don't know any more than that. I'd try tightening it lowered so the "tit" clears... and see if the clipon twists around the fork... if there is no movement... I'd say give it a try...