How To: Replace Stock Handlebars with Renthal Bars


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Rabbitman109

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wtnotch said:
I used the same bars on my bike too. I did swap the risers so the bars are more forward and I have no interference problems with either the mirror or the tank. Oh yeah, I also cut off about 3/4" from each end.
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So I decided to take off my bars when I got home, and do what you did. I cut 1" off of each end, and I also flipped the risers. I like how it turned out. Thanks for the idea. Here they are, I still have to put on the bar ends, but you get the idea.


 
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Spunky99

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Perfect job.....Thanks....That's exactly what I'll do. I already have the risers forward so 1 inch off the ends and I'm there.

Wayyyy cool.
 
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Rabbitman109

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Spunky99 said:
Perfect job.....Thanks....That's exactly what I'll do. I already have the risers forward so 1 inch off the ends and I'm there.

Wayyyy cool.
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Thanks man, I enjoy how they feel now. I am excited to take her out for a road test.
 
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CrazyCawi

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In your finished product page you dont have your new bar ends in?
 
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Rabbitman109

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bobski

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Hey Chad, I pretty new at this stuff, sooooo to help me understand . . what was the purpose/reason for changing the bars?
 
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Rabbitman109

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bobski said:
Hey Chad, I pretty new at this stuff, sooooo to help me understand . . what was the purpose/reason for changing the bars?
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First off, it is a different bend then the stock bars, they are also a much thicker bar made of aluminum, so the vibration is less than stock. Not only that...they look way cooler!!!
 
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jerrad

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I did this last night, thanks for the write up.

One note, when you take off the throttle tube you don't need to take out the screw that holds the plate that holds the throttle cables down. You can undo the two long screws and it'll come apart and no need to mess with the cables.
 
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danieljardim

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jerrad said:
I did this last night, thanks for the write up.

One note, when you take off the throttle tube you don't need to take out the screw that holds the plate that holds the throttle cables down. You can undo the two long screws and it'll come apart and no need to mess with the cables.
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Marthy

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jerrad said:
Are you saying i should have started a new thread?



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Nop! We are just messing with you. A lot of new member comes with question that we answer numerous time. Glad you did your homework... Welcome on the Forum.
 
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BOB88R

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FZwhite said:
So I decided to take off my bars when I got home, and do what you did. I cut 1" off of each end, and I also flipped the risers. I like how it turned out. Thanks for the idea. Here they are, I still have to put on the bar ends, but you get the idea.
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Hi guys, I bough the same handle bar. What do you mean by flipping or move the risers forward? I'm a total noob.
 
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bleedinblue

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BOB88R said:
FZwhite said:
So I decided to take off my bars when I got home, and do what you did. I cut 1" off of each end, and I also flipped the risers. I like how it turned out. Thanks for the idea. Here they are, I still have to put on the bar ends, but you get the idea.
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Hi guys, I bough the same handle bar. What do you mean by flipping or move the risers forward? I'm a total noob.
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The risers are made offset in design, you can unbolt/rotate them to slightly move the handlebars forward, or backwards to adjust them for your arm length.This thread might help.
http://www.600cc.org/forum/f91/adjusting-handlebar-position-15761/
 
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BOB88R

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FZwhite said:
Okay guys, I wanted a how to on this before I did mine, but there wasn't one, so I thought that I would snap some pics while I did the switch to the Renthal Handlebars. I went with the Road Ultra Low Handlebars. I got them from Motorcycle Superstore here: Renthal 7/8" Street Handlebars - Street Bike - Motorcycle Superstore
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Hi guys, just another question, I bought the same Renthal UL handlebar and a Rizoma Sportsline Grip, and I found out that the left hand grip (clutch-side) doesn't fit in the handle bar. The stock grips have no issue, it fit smoothy. I tried Google but I can't find anyone who has the same issue. My work mate suggest to use sandpaper. Does anyone here have the same issue and how did you fix it?

FZwhite, sorry to hijack your thread. I'm not sure if I have to create a new thread for this related question.
 
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dste0395

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FZwhite said:
So I decided to take off my bars when I got home, and do what you did. I cut 1" off of each end, and I also flipped the risers. I like how it turned out. Thanks for the idea. Here they are, I still have to put on the bar ends, but you get the idea.


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What is the major difference between these bars and our stock? I am turning mine into a cafe racer and want to use these bars to get lower in my stance. Not sure I want to do clip on's even though I know that will do the trick. Can you take pictures from the side of the bike so I can see how much lower they are than the stock? after cutting an inch off of each side does your wrist hit the tank when in a turn? Did you have to manipulate the brake cable? I would think that this would make the cable longer than one would like. Thanks, and sorry for so many questions. I want to order soon!
 

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jerrad

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I flipped my risers and cut off 1". I have tons of room between my tank and the bar ends. Also, I didn't have to do anything with the brake, throttle, or clutch. Just mounted them like stock.
 
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