handlebar risers
handlebar risers
I don't feel up to,mechanically or financially,fitting the full Renthals so .......
Thinking of fitting these
https://moto-cnc.com/honda-bar-risers-firestorm-vtr1000
They need forks to be 41mm;my vtr is 2001/2;would they be 41mm or how can I find out?
There's a vfr750 handlebar swap;would these fit my forks and could they be combined with the risers?
I've previously had mechanics bend bar with a scaffold pole;could the present standard bars be bent slightly upwards!?
Has anyone fitted these or similar?
https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorc ... rod/356552
My clutch wrist is killing me unfortunately.
Maybe slightly lower footpegs/slightly higher bars would help.
Thinking of fitting these
https://moto-cnc.com/honda-bar-risers-firestorm-vtr1000
They need forks to be 41mm;my vtr is 2001/2;would they be 41mm or how can I find out?
There's a vfr750 handlebar swap;would these fit my forks and could they be combined with the risers?
I've previously had mechanics bend bar with a scaffold pole;could the present standard bars be bent slightly upwards!?
Has anyone fitted these or similar?
https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorc ... rod/356552
My clutch wrist is killing me unfortunately.
Maybe slightly lower footpegs/slightly higher bars would help.
Re: handlebar risers
here is the easy way.. get a set of VFR 750 bars (check its the 41mm model,later bikes had 43) job done, totally transforms the riding postion.
option 2. again check they are 41mm, they may have changed in later years, fit Suzuki SV 650 bars.. not just as high as the VFR bars but a good halfway house between them and storm bars
option 3. later facelift storm bars, they are generally black instead of earlier silver, they arnt a lot higher but sweep down less.
option 2. again check they are 41mm, they may have changed in later years, fit Suzuki SV 650 bars.. not just as high as the VFR bars but a good halfway house between them and storm bars
option 3. later facelift storm bars, they are generally black instead of earlier silver, they arnt a lot higher but sweep down less.
the older i get,the faster i was
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Just to confirm, Firestorm standard forks are 41mm in diameter for all years.
Another option for you to think about
I have not tried this myself, but I have seen on here standard Storm handlebars turned upside down, it would definitely give you an upturned angle, take a look:
Chris.
Another option for you to think about
I have not tried this myself, but I have seen on here standard Storm handlebars turned upside down, it would definitely give you an upturned angle, take a look:
Chris.
Re: handlebar risers
zakisbak wrote: ↑Fri Feb 04, 2022 6:20 pm I don't feel up to,mechanically or financially,fitting the full Renthals so .......
Thinking of fitting these
https://moto-cnc.com/honda-bar-risers-firestorm-vtr1000
They need forks to be 41mm;my vtr is 2001/2;would they be 41mm or how can I find out? Had this type once, waste of time IMO made very little difference. Might raise the bars a tad it wont change the angle.
There's a vfr750 handlebar swap;would these fit my forks and could they be combined with the risers? Yes but as above.
I've previously had mechanics bend bar with a scaffold pole;could the present standard bars be bent slightly upwards!? Bit risky IMO unlikly to get an even bend side to side unless done in a jig. = more £'s.
Has anyone fitted these or similar?
https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorc ... rod/356552 Yes Marty BSM did IIRC
My clutch wrist is killing me unfortunately.
Maybe slightly lower footpegs/slightly higher bars would help. First thing I would do is play with the angle of the lever, 2 bolts on the clamp, loosen & drop the lever down a bit , might make it more comfy. best bit as long as you have the spanner for the bolts 8mm, it's free Also take the lever off & make sure all the pivots are clean & moving freely. Clean off all the old grease & apply a light smear of fresh grease to ease the action.
Making up since 2007, sometimes it's true...Honest...
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Fantastic replies,plenty of new ideas for me to try.
Also have bought wrist support bandages and am using the tennis ball wrist exercize thing too.
But maybe I've been looking at the problem all wrong.
Maybe the bars aren't low enough......
Maybe I need to fit the vfr bars,but upside down.......
Also have bought wrist support bandages and am using the tennis ball wrist exercize thing too.
But maybe I've been looking at the problem all wrong.
Maybe the bars aren't low enough......
Maybe I need to fit the vfr bars,but upside down.......
Re: handlebar risers
Work on a beer belly. It rests on the tank and takes all the weight off your wrists.
It's not falling off, it's an upgrade opportunity.
Re: handlebar risers
Sore wrist ?zakisbak wrote: ↑Sat Feb 05, 2022 10:20 am Fantastic replies,plenty of new ideas for me to try.
Also have bought wrist support bandages and am using the tennis ball wrist exercize thing too.
But maybe I've been looking at the problem all wrong.
Maybe the bars aren't low enough......
Maybe I need to fit the vfr bars,but upside down.......
Try a compleatly knakered one then get back to me...
Making up since 2007, sometimes it's true...Honest...
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Well ........
Tried lowering the levers but the clutch lever was sticking/dragging for some reason and the brake lever soon followed suit.
Turns out my bars and levers are FUBAR:bars possibly from a CBR600 (very narrow),and each lever is different.
There is absolutely no play in the clutch lever at all and way harder to pull it than should be.(The clutch fluid reservoir is overfilled but I can't see that removing any free play?)
So am looking at VFR bars and new levers ........
Tried lowering the levers but the clutch lever was sticking/dragging for some reason and the brake lever soon followed suit.
Turns out my bars and levers are FUBAR:bars possibly from a CBR600 (very narrow),and each lever is different.
There is absolutely no play in the clutch lever at all and way harder to pull it than should be.(The clutch fluid reservoir is overfilled but I can't see that removing any free play?)
So am looking at VFR bars and new levers ........
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Re the beer belly,unfortunately I am on a diet at the moment,but maybe I could strap a duvet round my waist or just bungee a cushion onto the tank?!
That's a nasty looking injury Mac but the scar will be worth it!
Did you quote me for doing MCCTs?
Someone did.
I also need the ignition barrel replacing as the steering lock no work and the barrel feels like it is on its last legs.
That's a nasty looking injury Mac but the scar will be worth it!
Did you quote me for doing MCCTs?
Someone did.
I also need the ignition barrel replacing as the steering lock no work and the barrel feels like it is on its last legs.
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I fitted the moto-cnc.com risers to my 2002 storm love them, fitted no hassle no more wrist achezakisbak wrote: ↑Fri Feb 04, 2022 6:20 pm I don't feel up to,mechanically or financially,fitting the full Renthals so .......
Thinking of fitting these
https://moto-cnc.com/honda-bar-risers-firestorm-vtr1000
They need forks to be 41mm;my vtr is 2001/2;would they be 41mm or how can I find out?
There's a vfr750 handlebar swap;would these fit my forks and could they be combined with the risers?
I've previously had mechanics bend bar with a scaffold pole;could the present standard bars be bent slightly upwards!?
Has anyone fitted these or similar?
https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorc ... rod/356552
My clutch wrist is killing me unfortunately.
Maybe slightly lower footpegs/slightly higher bars would help.
Storming About
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Nope wasn't me but if you can get to me I could help you do them & the Ignition barrel. Get the parts & come on down...zakisbak wrote: ↑Sun Feb 27, 2022 9:46 pm Re the beer belly,unfortunately I am on a diet at the moment,but maybe I could strap a duvet round my waist or just bungee a cushion onto the tank?!
That's a nasty looking injury Mac but the scar will be worth it!
Did you quote me for doing MCCTs?
Someone did.
I also need the ignition barrel replacing as the steering lock no work and the barrel feels like it is on its last legs.
Making up since 2007, sometimes it's true...Honest...
Re: handlebar risers
Drop it into the workshop day, we'll get it sorted on the day.
It's not falling off, it's an upgrade opportunity.
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viewtopic.php?p=497034#p497034zakisbak wrote: ↑Sun Feb 27, 2022 9:46 pm Re the beer belly,unfortunately I am on a diet at the moment,but maybe I could strap a duvet round my waist or just bungee a cushion onto the tank?!
That's a nasty looking injury Mac but the scar will be worth it!
Did you quote me for doing MCCTs?
Someone did.
I also need the ignition barrel replacing as the steering lock no work and the barrel feels like it is on its last legs.
viewtopic.php?p=496985#p496985
Making up since 2007, sometimes it's true...Honest...
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cheers for all replys!
don't think it's the result of scumbaggery,but who knows?
Why does my bike have non matching footpegs?why are the indicators attached by coathangers?why are the levers longer than the (apparently) cbr600 bars?but it seems to be a great condition overall bike......
cheers mac,very nice of you
don't think it's the result of scumbaggery,but who knows?
Why does my bike have non matching footpegs?why are the indicators attached by coathangers?why are the levers longer than the (apparently) cbr600 bars?but it seems to be a great condition overall bike......
cheers mac,very nice of you