This might be really stupid - But how difficult is it to replace bike handlebars? I fancy lower, straighter handlebars but i am worried that i might start the job and live to regret it.
I have found that i need 7/8" bars.
Can it just be as simple as fitting the bars to the existing mounts swapping over the levers etc and fitting new grips?
I doubt it somehow...
If any one has done such a job their advice would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks
Fitting New Handlebars
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Re: Fitting New Handlebars
The most important thing to do before you start taking all the switchgear etc. off of the original bars is to make sure that the new bars fit the clamp and that in their new position they do not fowl against the tank etc. and restrict steering movement.
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Re: Fitting New Handlebars
It certainly can be that simple. . .rodsquad wrote:Can it just be as simple as fitting the bars to the existing mounts swapping over the levers etc and fitting new grips?
Should be easy enough if it's the ER-5
Make sure you buy the right diameter of bars, and that they will still allow reasonable full lock both ways. Other than that, not much can go wrong!
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Re: Fitting New Handlebars
You will need a centre punch, hammer, drill, and a selection of metal drill bits (drill bits that will drill into metal before someone corrects me).
The controls/switch gear will have at least one "pin" on the inside surface of them to locate them on the bars. Your original bars will have a matching hole for the pin. You will have to locate the correct position for the hole on your new bars and carefully drill it yourself. Use a centre punch to mark the hole and to locate the small drill size you will use for the pilot hole (increase the size of drill bits you use untill you get to the diameter you require).
Big Kneed Al (master of the emergency stop & "stand up" comedian).
The controls/switch gear will have at least one "pin" on the inside surface of them to locate them on the bars. Your original bars will have a matching hole for the pin. You will have to locate the correct position for the hole on your new bars and carefully drill it yourself. Use a centre punch to mark the hole and to locate the small drill size you will use for the pilot hole (increase the size of drill bits you use untill you get to the diameter you require).
Big Kneed Al (master of the emergency stop & "stand up" comedian).