| Posted: 26 Mar 2008 20:03 Last Edited By: bleblanc03 | [?] |
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njsxb9,
From the Driven Racing webpage, it looks like the 7/8" CR Low bars are 800mm wide (~31.5"), with a rise of 70mm. Are those the correct dimensions? Above, LeFox recommended a rise of 60mm or less. Compared to that, these CR Low bars don't seem so 'low'. What is the rise of the stock Lightning bars? The Rizoma bars are narrower at 720mm, and their rise is listed as 60/80mm (I don't know if that means I can choose...). Can either you or LeFox, or anyone else knowledgeable elaborate please? EDITED: I did look at the drag bars on HotBikeBits. They seem like a good dimension, but I don't want to order/ship from out of the US if at all possible. |
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| Posted: 26 Mar 2008 20:45 Last Edited By: njsxb9 | [?] |
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| The CR Low bars are lower then my stock XB9CityX Bars but are a bit wider I can tell you that. I have had both on my bike. | |
| Posted: 26 Mar 2008 23:06 | [?] |
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JWolk217,
look at LSL streetbar 00 version. That fits perfectly with all your stuff. It suits directly as it is 22mm. Just be carful drilling the holes correct. It is wide though, 81cm's. Or try the Crossroads Performance 0 degree version from amercan sportbike. I love it, (imo) it's the best so far and i have used original bar, LSL superbike bar and LSL streetbar 00 version and now that from Crossroads (all holes drilled). |
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| Posted: 27 Mar 2008 01:45 | [?] |
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These are some better pics of the Driven Bars
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| Posted: 08 May 2008 03:55 | [?] |
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| So here's one for ya.. What are the dimensions of the stock OEM Buell XB9S handlebars? I know the 7/8" and I believe the rise is 3 3/4" How about the center section length and the total length? | |
| Posted: 09 May 2008 13:51 Last Edited By: sinpieces | [?] |
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Crossroads Performance 0 degree bars!!!
CRG Split Lane LS mirrors 
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| Posted: 09 May 2008 14:08 | [?] |
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Crossroads are only sold by American Sportbike (Al).
Just see to it to order the correct handles. There are 0 and 7 degree version. I got both but i would recommend the 0 degree version. |
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| Posted: 18 May 2008 16:57 | [?] |
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| Has anyone installed clip on bars? they're cheaper than crossroads, but i'm trying to imagine them on the bike pictured above... looks like you'd really be reaching low and maybe bumping into the frame when you turned...? Saw them in a parts catalog at work, made by Vortex. If anyone's got em', could you please post your 2cents about how they feel or if they're worth it? so far i like the look of the crossroad bar and it's placement. THanks!! | |
| Posted: 24 May 2008 11:39 | [?] |
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Hi Chris,
the Crossroads (0 degree version pictured) won't hit the tank-dummy or the frame. Even though i have a higher tank-dummy (air intake channels, one at each side) and my bike is raked to 23 degrees (Free Spirits trail kit). This also means the handlebar come a little closer to the frame/tank dummy. No problems with turning! Clip-ons...? I do not think you'll find any for XB/s? If so, i have only seen versions were you'll need to change the top triple tree also (expensive kits).. you end up with same position (cockpit) as with the Crossroads versions (0 degree and 7 degree). Mine are reworked afterwards, gold anodised.. 
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| Posted: 12 Jul 2008 23:01 | [?] |
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Sinpieces,
what kind of air tank do you have? i was just wondering, thanx |
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| Posted: 14 Jul 2008 04:55 | [?] |
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hey sinpieces, any idea which ones (crossroads) that I would have to order for my XB9SX? Just wondering, they look phat as hell..
(choking self for saying "phat"  ...
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| Posted: 25 Sep 2008 15:46 | [?] |
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Has anyone ever tried just straight bars?
I basically want the lowest rise and least pullback possible. All of the discussions above seem to be splitting hairs with the exception of CR or clipons which I'm not interested in. |
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| Posted: 25 Sep 2008 16:29 | [?] |
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i think a drag bar would really crank your wrists after a short ride but thats just me. ive seen a few XBs with drag bars, just looks uncomfortable to ride.
cant remember if i posted before but... have you thought about the Azonic CR-Low bars? 7/8" to fit stock clamp, pretty low rise and barely any pullback. i have a set for sale if interested. these were my favorite until i went with a larger clamp and fat bar. (not my bike) 
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| Posted: 25 Sep 2008 18:02 | [?] |
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thanks alot typeone..yeah I'm really liking those.. do you know how wide they are? hollatchahomey@gmail.com if you wanna send me pricing...
And you think the drag bar would crank the wrist because you would have more weight on it? This is my first bike so I really don't have much experience.. Kinda being gay about the whole thing and focusing on looks. |
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| Posted: 25 Sep 2008 18:21 | [?] |
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i trimmed them ~1" off each side to work perfectly with the stock cables. i dont remember off hand how wide they are but i can measure for you. they look exactly like the set pictured except i 'brushed' the finish.
drag bar will put odd pressure on your wrists when you ride the bike on twisty, sport riding roads. even dirt bars with little sweep can cramp your wrists. i think the sweep on the CR Low and Carmichael bends is as far as i would go if you plan to ride the bike in a sport fashion (which i hope you do!)  OK to focus on looks, but you should still be able to hone your skills on the bike rather than hamper them.
yeah, i'll email you more detail. they're just sitting on the shelf since i no longer use a stock clamp. |
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| Posted: 25 Sep 2008 18:24 | [?] |
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| Man I love the look of those bars in Sins pic, VERY NICE! | |
| Posted: 02 Oct 2008 12:41 | [?] |
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i've been looking for the crossroads bars and cant find any where, anyone gotta link.
also Sin. have you any pics with you on bike wouldnt mind seeing the stance of the rider with the bar cheers Mark |
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| Posted: 03 Oct 2008 05:13 Last Edited By: Stevenc150 | [?] |
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Lunatic,
Here's the Crossroads link to their catalog. Click on the following link, then the "Pgs 18-29" link: Crossroads Performance Catalog |
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| Posted: 03 Oct 2008 15:22 Last Edited By: sinpieces | [?] |
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Hi Fido,
yes yes, you go and buy the 0 degree bars from Al and American sportbike. The - 7 degree bars are too steep in my opinion, go for 0 degree version. The 9er or the 12er doesn't matter. Same fitting. Call Al, he is nice and knows a great deal of things. Mine are the alu versions, i went on and had them gold anodised. The latest is black/ silver and very nice for your setup. The base plate is avaible in black, the handles in natural alu (silver). Get yourself the CRG split lane LS mirrors to go along. They are freaking great - you won't regret it 
Don't forget to buy the needed CRG adapters also, and see to it to get left/right mirrors so that you won't end up with two lefties (as a dude i know of did) Try this ride and say you don't love it 
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i've been looking for the crossroads bars and cant find any where, anyone gotta link. also Sin. have you any pics with you on bike wouldnt mind seeing the stance of the rider with the bar cheers Mark Hey, Mark.... click me: http://www.americansportbike.com/shoponline/c ... 
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| Posted: 06 Oct 2008 04:13 Last Edited By: Skylab | [?] |
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| I love the clip-ons. | |
| Posted: 07 Oct 2008 10:44 Last Edited By: lunatic | [?] |
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cheers, looks good. will they fit SS without any modification to wires. also you said you have both 0 and 7 degree bars. how do they feel different. is it a bit cramped when turning in with the 7 degree ones. which feels more natural ??
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| Posted: 07 Oct 2008 11:39 Last Edited By: sinpieces | [?] |
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Well, i don't know for sure it'll fit with SS long.
I believe it does! But, as mentioned. Call Al at American sportbike and that question will be sorted out quick. Are you looking for the Crossroads or think you do, you gotta talk to him anyway. He is now, the only reseller of the Crossroads bars. He is nice and knows alot so go on, call him. The quality of the Crossroads are very good. Regarding - 7 degree bars VS 0 degree. - 7 degree, are angled more down, more steep so to say. It is putting more stress at your neck and shoulders as the cockpitting get more aggressive. It is probably ok if you go full speed all the time! If you do ride somewhat normal street riding, the 0 degree is more nice. Even this (0 degree) will put you lower than anykind of "up- bar". The handling is very close to XB/r models. In my opinion, the Crossroads bar are higher quality than original XB/r bar. There are even more nice clip-ons. But they cost 3 times and more as much. The Crossroads are offering you what you ask for, in both handling and quality. This is a very good product, i promisse you! Use a steering damper and you can hit full speed at fifth gear without wobble (just press chest down and hit it). Only thing missing now, is a slipper clutch. Then you could ride true aggro, going redline area all the time (if you are up for it
Concerning wires, it is tight at some points, but not that it cause problems. I have no new wires or any modifications done to make it fit. It works as you want it to. Your questions are probably (again) better answered by Al. Since you got the SS long and i, the S model. I believe it'll work out just as good for you as for me. But i can't promisse that. I got 3 bars laying around. None did as much as the Crossroads. I think you will like it when it is on. Let me know where you'll go with the bike. |
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| Posted: 07 Oct 2008 15:51 | [?] |
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| hard to call at the right time from Australia haha. might send an email. cheers | |
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Hey Typeone,
I know this thread is old but just wondering if you ended up selling those bars? The Azonic CR-lows, I believe is what you called them. I want one for my XB9SL. |
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