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  • #1

    Handlebar/Riser help

    I need help with my handlebars/RISERS. I have an XJ with the crazy independent bars that I have removed and need suggestions as to HOW and with WHAT I can use to mount a newer set of bars.

    I am planning on using a 7/8" bar with dimensions:
    Width: 29.2"
    Rise: 5.36"
    Pullback: 3"
    Center: 4.4"


    Can anyone direct me on where I can find risers that will work on the bike and still not break the bank?

    I have read here that the more forward bars make the bike harder to handle, so im saving my crazy stock "bars" just to be safe.


    Hope everyone that is able to ride is out and doing so! For the rest of us that are still working on getting there, good luck!

    -Bakerboy
    Tags: handlebar, riser
  • #2
    washers work good for me....if your really want a budget that is....i mean they are the smae thing functionality wise....as for apperance thats a differant story.. but really cabn tell till u get close
    _____________________________________________ 1979 XS 1100 Special "The judge" mods- K&N air pods, 4-1 mac, 147.5 pilots, 57.5 mains, LED turn signal, cafe bars, HEL translucent yellow stainless steel brake line, dyna coil (dc2-1), raptor 660 mc, r6 controls..(sold)

    1982 gs1100e "all business" cafe project
    1980 gs1000g "stock"
    1982 honda express "stretched 10 inch(my daughters scooter)
    2008 jmstar 150cc Chinese scooter ( wife's bike)

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    • #3
      Not 100% sure, but if you get a upper triple tree from an XS11 Special, 79-81, you should be able to bolt your standard 7/8" bars on an XJ.
      2H7 (79) owned since '89
      3H3 owned since '06

      "If it ain't broke, modify it"

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      • #4
        Im waiting till they have these in stock again...
        http://www.cyclexchange.net/index%20...20bars%201.JPG
        Some make 'em, most just make payments on 'em!
        1978 XS 1100E
        Vance & Hines Slip on Straight Shot Exhaust
        K & N Air filter
        Home built forward controls
        Vulcan Mustang seat
        A little chopped
        http://s812.photobucket.com/albums/zz42/Brad_099/

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        • #5
          ???

          Were you able to do this swap? I would like to know what you came up with. I found a standard triple tree but I would like to make sure it works before I buy it. I would love to know how this turns out for you.
          Just ME and my 82 XJ 1100. Mac 4>1-2 1/2" open baffle shotgun, no octy, K&N pod filters, LED tail/brake light & directionals, 750 FD mod, Ear Cannon air horn, modified bars and dash. "Motorcyclists are all bound together by a brotherhood tie through their love of the sport, and what difference does it make what machine he rides as long as he belongs to the clan." Walter Davidson, Dec. 1920 edition of Harley-Davidson Enthusiast Magazine http://s851.photobucket.com/albums/ab78/justme1100/

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          • #6
            Originally posted by justme1100 View Post
            I found a standard triple tree but I would like to make sure it works before I buy it.
            The Standard TT has different geometry due to the Standard's center axle mount type of fork. I'd try to find one from a Special, suited for the leading axle type fork.
            Last edited by bikerphil; 03-20-2010, 06:35 PM.
            2H7 (79) owned since '89
            3H3 owned since '06

            "If it ain't broke, modify it"

            ☮

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            • #7
              Hey Bakerboy,

              Do a search for "handlebar" and "650", and you'll probably find a few threads that had discussed this type of conversion, probably a bit easier than getting and replacing a whole upper TT!?

              I'm feeling nice today, here's the thread with pictures and such!!!

              http://www.xs11.com/forum/showthread...=handlebar+650

              T.C.
              T. C. Gresham
              81SH "Godzilla" . . .1179cc super-rat.
              79SF "The Teacher" . . .basket case!
              History shows again and again,
              How nature points out the folly of men!

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              • #8
                thanks everyone for suggestions!

                I haven't bought anything yet (and its good that I didn't if the TTs are different). I guess at this point I am worried more about engine work than the handlebars so they are going to have to wait.

                And a BIG thanks to TC for his generosity in posting that thread!

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