jjpen Posted February 15 Share Posted February 15 I PLAN TO RAISE MY BARS AND REROUTE THE WIRES AND CABLES SO I NEED TO KNOW WHAT STOPS THE ROTATION SO I CAN NOT PINCH ANYTHING. I JUST LOOKED AND I DO NOT SEE ANY STOPS BUT I HEAR A CLUNK WHEN THEY STOP. Link to comment
jjpen Posted February 15 Author Share Posted February 15 I FORGOT TO SAY IT IS A 2012 RT. Link to comment
dirtrider Posted February 15 Share Posted February 15 40 minutes ago, jjpen said: I PLAN TO RAISE MY BARS AND REROUTE THE WIRES AND CABLES SO I NEED TO KNOW WHAT STOPS THE ROTATION SO I CAN NOT PINCH ANYTHING. I JUST LOOKED AND I DO NOT SEE ANY STOPS BUT I HEAR A CLUNK WHEN THEY STOP. Evening jjpen On the underside of the upper triple tree there are cast in stops that contact ears on the front subframe. Link to comment
jjpen Posted February 16 Author Share Posted February 16 THANK YOU DIRTRIDER FOR THAT INFO. IF I REROUTE THE WIRES AND CABLES WOULD THEY BE LIKELY TO GET PINCHED AT FULL TURN? THEY WOULD BE ROUTED ON THE REAR SIDE OF THE FORKS. THANKS AGAIN. Link to comment
Hosstage Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 jjpen, you may want to turn your caps lock off. 2 Link to comment
dirtrider Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 11 hours ago, jjpen said: THANK YOU DIRTRIDER FOR THAT INFO. IF I REROUTE THE WIRES AND CABLES WOULD THEY BE LIKELY TO GET PINCHED AT FULL TURN? THEY WOULD BE ROUTED ON THE REAR SIDE OF THE FORKS. THANKS AGAIN. Morning jjpen Pinching usually isn't an issue, stretching & pulling is usually more of an issue. Also make sure that nothing contacts the windshield at full lock (full turn) with windshield in different positions. If you use a tank bag also make sure the horn button doesn't contact the bag at full left lock. 1 Link to comment
TSConver Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 1 hour ago, dirtrider said: Morning jjpen Pinching usually isn't an issue, stretching & pulling is usually more of an issue. Also make sure that nothing contacts the windshield at full lock (full turn) with windshield in different positions. If you use a tank bag also make sure the horn button doesn't contact the bag at full left lock. Or the kill switch at full right lock 1 1 Link to comment
jjpen Posted February 16 Author Share Posted February 16 If I put a spacer between the upper triple tree and the bars what is the maximum amount spacer the stock set up will tolerate? Link to comment
dirtrider Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 18 minutes ago, jjpen said: If I put a spacer between the upper triple tree and the bars what is the maximum amount spacer the stock set up will tolerate? Morning jjpen I haven't ever tried to go straight up, but my guess is at least an inch. Hitting the windshield at full lock might be an issue. You might have to reroute the wires & hoses a little. Just get some longer bolts (probably just need 2 for each side) then use spacers, or a stack of washers under the bar base. See how much you can go up & not have wire, hose, or windshield contact problems. Link to comment
jdub53 Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 1 hour ago, jjpen said: If I put a spacer between the upper triple tree and the bars what is the maximum amount spacer the stock set up will tolerate? I have a used set of Camhead R1200RT 18mm bar risers/spacers from Mototechniques with all attachment hardware just sitting on the shelf in interested in purchasing. Send me a PM if so. Link to comment
jjpen Posted February 16 Author Share Posted February 16 I want to route all the lines and wires on the rear side of the forks. It is obvious a thicker spacer than 1 inch can be used but how much? I am trying to determine how thick to make the spacer. Or is it just a bad idea to reroute the lines and wires to the back side of the forks? Link to comment
dirtrider Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 19 minutes ago, jjpen said: I want to route all the lines and wires on the rear side of the forks. It is obvious a thicker spacer than 1 inch can be used but how much? I am trying to determine how thick to make the spacer. Or is it just a bad idea to reroute the lines and wires to the back side of the forks? Afternoon jjpen I haven't ever routed them to the back so can't help you with that. About all you can do is try it then see if anything interferes, pinches, or gets too tight when turning the handlebars . Link to comment
Hosstage Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 Now you're talking like the custom Harley guys.... 1 Link to comment
jjpen Posted February 16 Author Share Posted February 16 I cannot ride for more than 3 hours without back pain. I caried an 8 pound power pack on my shoulder to power my flash for hours at a time year after year. It pulled my spine out of alignment and it will not stay straight. My wife rides a 650 yamaha star and when I ride that, it hurts my back less. I am just trying to sit up straighter when I ride my rt. Link to comment
jjpen Posted February 16 Author Share Posted February 16 I just realized that for the first time dirtrider said I can't help you with that. Now that is a rare thing. Link to comment
Hosstage Posted February 16 Share Posted February 16 Could get you one of these to raise your hands...... Link to comment
jjpen Posted February 17 Author Share Posted February 17 What I really need is to move the bars back closer to me but they must come up to do it. Link to comment
9Mary7 Posted February 17 Share Posted February 17 1 hour ago, jjpen said: What I really need is to move the bars back closer to me but they must come up to do it. That spacer kit posted by jdub53 is the same one I had on my Camhead.... put the bars up and back with no wiring or cable issues. Link to comment
6speedTi Posted February 17 Share Posted February 17 My 2012 with risers. No issues with the brake line. I rerouted it outside the retainer band. Been like this over 10 years. See photos. 1 Link to comment
jjpen Posted February 17 Author Share Posted February 17 My bike has a set of the 1 inch risers but that is just not enough to get me sitting up straight enough. Link to comment
Old School Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 On 2/16/2024 at 7:15 AM, jdub53 said: I have a used set of Camhead R1200RT 18mm bar risers/spacers from Mototechniques with all attachment hardware just sitting on the shelf in interested in purchasing. Send me a PM if so. These were on my bike when I bought it, installed by a previous owner. Link to comment
jjpen Posted February 20 Author Share Posted February 20 how do I pm someone, please? Link to comment
taylor1 Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 I just click on their icon on the top left and you will see message Link to comment
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