Hi all
thinking of the option of clip-ons on my cbr600fx
Basically looking for thoughts/knowledge on changing bars for clip ons, i.e. will they sit ok without banging against the fairing, and what else do I need to consider?
Main reason I am thinking about it, is that more and more I am getting sore wrists and shoulders with the riding position, and am wondering what peoples experiences are ... do they make that much of a difference? is it worth it ... do they make much of a difference without going to the lengths of adding rearsets too, to change the overall body position?
I have had a couple of runs on my hubby's bandit over the last weekend and it has got me thinking as it is without doubt much more comfortable. Ideal world I would go buy a naked bike, but the cash is limited. I like a few naked bikes (inc bandit) but I also don't want to part with my cbr either as I still love the bike.
Looking for peeps thoughts/ideas.
cheers
Not sure if it will work but on my CBR600F4i trackbike I have Honda Blackbird clip ons mounted below the yoke.
Now I don't see any reason you couldn't fit them above the yoke on yours to raise you riding position a bit fairly cheaply.
You may find that the bars or your levers catch on the fairing but without trying I don't know.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/HONDA-CBR-1100-XX-BLACKBIRD-EFI-RIGHT-HANDLEBAR-01-/390630471777?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts_13&hash=item5af363f861
Gives you an idea on the rise.
Lorna it's a massive faff and will cost in the longrun...you could sell your bike and buy a Hornet 600 or Bandit 600 for the same money...the riding position is the way to go...I wouldn't go back to the Sportsbike position for all the Tea in China (or Asda)...we can have our cake and eat it... ;-)
Handling on the hornet and bandit is wanting when pushed and no adjusters to do it
Had many blasts on a Hornet and for fast road they do well...but as with any bike with age and mileage an upgrade of springs and oil do wonders...how many of us really spend time adjusting suspension...very few if we're honest.
That would depend on how far away it is i the beginning Alzo...B1 owners...I'll bet nearly every one will try and improve the road manners on them if they own the bike long enough.
I found the Hornet to be wallowy in long sweeping corners.
OK not a cheap option but if you want keep the bike you could try http://www.motorcycle-road-and-race.co.uk/gilles-variobars-with-riser-c-820_655_660.html
or maybe http://www.ebay.co.uk/bhp/adjustable-clip-ons
The B1 didn't have suspension...the rear shock was made of oak...no amount of adjustment made any difference...you either changed the shock or accept that your arse will never be on the seat.
Quote from: Alzo on July 29, 2013, 11:58:32 AM
The B1 didn't have suspension...the rear shock was made of oak...no amount of adjustment made any difference...you either changed the shock or accept that your arse will never be on the seat.
or were heavy enough to make it work. ;)
i understand that i could sell mine, and probably get something else for more or less the same money, but if I am to part with my beloved cbr, I want something bigger, dont honestly think i would consider another 600.(as much fun as they are) i have had the bike for nearly 9 years, and its still a great bike, its just the body position thats starting to wear me down a bit (must be getting old)
Davy's bandit is a 12 and I had an absolute ball on it, but found after 6-7 hours of being out and about i found it a bit heavy and started to struggle a bit.
I know i need to weigh up what it would cost to change the bars, and maybe even rearsets to adjust the overall body position, against the buggeration factor and the age of the bike, and the reality that it might not work and I end up back at square one!! (with less cash in my pocket).
Balls!! :undecided:
Quote from: cbr6y on July 29, 2013, 01:30:25 PM
i understand that i could sell mine, and probably get something else for more or less the same money, but if I am to part with my beloved cbr, I want something bigger, dont honestly think i would consider another 600.(as much fun as they are) i have had the bike for nearly 9 years, and its still a great bike, its just the body position thats starting to wear me down a bit (must be getting old)
Davy's bandit is a 12 and I had an absolute ball on it, but found after 6-7 hours of being out and about i found it a bit heavy and started to struggle a bit.
I know i need to weigh up what it would cost to change the bars, and maybe even rearsets to adjust the overall body position, against the buggeration factor and the age of the bike, and the reality that it might not work and I end up back at square one!! (with less cash in my pocket).
Balls!! :undecided:
sell it and but a Street Triple :azn:
An early Street Triple would be achievable with a bit of cash thrown in...and 100 % know that you would love it...light...flickable....grunt....it's the most fun you'll have without taking your clothes off....do it...not tomorrow...not next week....NOW....DO YOU HEAR MEEEEEE.
:rofl: is that you offering a shot of yours Alzo ?
I have the Speed Triple 1050..the Street is the 675... :tongue:
oh I know the difference .... :tongue:
For some reason I have a notion for the CB1000R, height/weight doesn't seem too bad ....just a shame they are too much dosh at the minute!!
Also saw a new GSR750 the other weekend, tidy looking bike, but again too much dosh.
I can see a few test rides on the cards though. :evil: Might help make up my mind what I want to do
Street is streets ahead of any you mention...pound for pound one of the best bikes on the market.
Quote from: Alzo on July 29, 2013, 08:26:25 PM
Street is streets ahead of any you mention...pound for pound one of the best bikes on the market.
the man speaks the truth, if you were any where near you could have a shot on mine, do get a test ride on a street they are ACE :-)
i will get a test ride on the street, maybe it might convince that the looks are worth putting up with :rofl:
every time i look at one, i keep thinking that they just bolted the clocks and headlights on as an after thought!
Am surprised at the cost of some of these clip ons .... :shocked: maybe that is the scot in me :embarrassed: :embarrassed:
Street fighter look is what they have achieved...put looks aside and try one...epic.
hopefully getting a test ride on a couple of bikes tomorrow .... just for the sheer hell of it!!
waiting on the dealer calling me back with a vague idea of trade in for mine, although i know it would be better to sell private, and its likely the route i would take.
:moto: Planning a wee run on a street triple (even though i'd prefer the speed) and a cb1000, to see what suits best and also to see if they are enjoyable enough to make me want to part with loverly cbr ;)
scrap the above ... wouldn't piss on the bike shop if It were on fire, and they definitely don't stand a chance of getting my hard earned dosh!
time to search again then! :rolleyes:
I've used heli bars on a 2003 R1 & my current 2013 GSXR1000.
I used Gilles variobars on my 2006 R1.
All 3 were fantastic to use, - transformed my enjoyment of the bikes.
Very subtle INDEED to look at....had to point them out to mates....but you really feel it when you're riding. They are slightly wider, slightly higher (approx. 30mm) & slightly closer towards the rider. Non of it sounds very much but it feels great and looks standard. All your cables and hoses stay standard.
The heli's would be my preference. Expensive but stunningly high quality.
The Gilles were adjustable, but I never did move them once I'd got them how I liked.
Might be worth a look.
Quote from: cbr6y on August 09, 2013, 09:47:00 PM
scrap the above ... wouldn't piss on the bike shop if It were on fire, and they definitely don't stand a chance of getting my hard earned dosh!
time to search again then! :rolleyes:
Name and shame.
cupar m'cycles .... offered me £500 for my cbr, and were non committal about whether they would even have the triple ready (with a days notice) for a test ride, all because it needs a back tyre. So you have a bike sitting in the show room for sale with a f*cked back tyre, oh and the cb has no road tax and they wouldn't put any on either bike should I decide to purchase.
I also asked if there was a discount for no trade-in and they refused, the bikes are already discounted (funny that there other ones around that are in the same ball park, discounted my arse)
F*ck em, they wont be getting a sale from me
Just to give you an idea of comparison, dealership in Newcastle gave me a figure of £1500 trade in against a bike that was £1K cheaper than the one at cupar ... and all on the basis of a photograph and a description from me.
Call Two Wheels...ask for Neil Danskin...tell him I said he would do you proud.
I'll bare that in mind Alzo, cheers
might just be putting a change on the back burner for now, look more at the clip on idea before I do anything drastic.
Street Triple is far, far better than a GSR750 Lorna.
its the CB1000R that grabs me Hugh, saw the GSR750 and thought it was not bad looking, tidy size etc, but the still prefer the CB1000R :moto: :moto: doubt the GSR would get a look in really. Quite like the triumph, but never ridden any of them, so test rides are a must, come the time.
its likely be put it off until next year anyhow, see what prices are like then.
cheers :azn: