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Old 19-Jun-2003, 20:57
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Raising Handlebars on 750 SS ie

Hi Guys,
Does anyone know where I can get either adjustable clip on raisers or a handlebar conversion kit for my 2000 750 Supersport i.e? I love the bike but after a few miles, I really suffer with aching wrists and have trouble operating the clutch. I have fitted a larger clutch slave cylinder from Tecmoto which has helped but I am after any suggestions. Have demo'd a Multistrada which has a better riding position for me but do not want to change the bike. Thanks, Greg
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Old 19-Jun-2003, 23:20
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greg
do u ride covering the brake and clutch levers ? if so u might find moving the levers helps with the wrist problem
if not u can buy bar risers im sure
also why do people have problems with the weight of the clutch i find mines fine just using 2 fingers
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Old 19-Jun-2003, 23:28
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www.moore-speed-racing.co.uk

www.moore-speed-racing.co.uk

They have several brands/types listed in their paper catalogue starting at £184.
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Old 20-Jun-2003, 10:12
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The usual robbers (M&P etc) do quite a big range of risers, worth a call.
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Old 20-Jun-2003, 10:16
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thanks for the suggestions. I am off today so will go for a ride & try adjusting the levers to see if it helps. Have also ordered a catalogue from M & P.
Cheers, Greg
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Old 20-Jun-2003, 10:17
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Search for 'Helibars' either on the 'net or the old board - I remember putting a link in thre ages ago.

I'm looking at another route as the Helibars are about £220 !!!!

Busters accessories sell bar riser clamps in various sizes (inc 50mm) that raise the bars some 50mm as well - I figure I have enough fork sticking through to mount the clamp ABOVE the top yoke and then cut my own clip-ons down from a length of handle bar.

Also check out Harris - they do some cool clip-ons also E-bay and VORTEX clip-ons in the USA.

Regards - Frank
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Old 20-Jun-2003, 19:31
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Have you tried moving the clip-ons?

Either closer to you or further away (as you're sitting on the bike) depending on your wrist-angle! I've moved mine further away and the difference is remarkable.
Can even do a reasonable slalom through thc cones!

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Old 20-Jun-2003, 23:35
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by the way
when u make any adjustments check nothing fouls on the fairing from lock to lock before riding off
not trying to tell your granny how to suck eggs just to be safe
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Old 23-Jun-2003, 20:37
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Thanks for all the suggestions, having gone for a long rideout after having adjsted the brake & clutch levers down quite a lot it has made a big difference. Even if I get a slight pain in the wrist, with the levers in this position they are a still lot easier to use. As a result, I don't think I will invest in raised clip ons for the moment. The big test will be when I ride up from devon for World Superbikes at Brands Hatch in July!

Greg
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Old 23-Jun-2003, 22:16
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As another short term stop-gap you could always try putting some foam grips on as well....made a noticable difference on my dumper truck
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