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XbRidr
08-21-2007, 05:53 AM
I was thinking about changing my handle bars on my 07 Xb12s for a more aggressive ride. Does anyone have any recommendations?

His_and_Her_Buells
08-21-2007, 07:37 AM
Crossroads. Or for a cheaper alternative, Pro Tapers.

LeFox
08-21-2007, 07:52 AM
lsl superbike handlebars

they come anodised in several colours.

XbRidr
08-22-2007, 07:09 AM
Has anyone changed there handle bars on there Xb12s?

LeFox
08-22-2007, 07:41 AM
ofcourse...1st mod i did :p

getting rid off:
mickey mouse ears (mirrors)
tail section
superbike handlebar

;)

XbRidr
08-23-2007, 04:17 PM
LeFox do you have any pics of your bike? Also a link to the website for the handlebars?

LeFox
08-23-2007, 04:48 PM
LeFox do you have any pics of your bike? Also a link to the website for the handlebars?
pics are outdated, but waiting till the winter-mods i got planned to take new ones...so they will get updated, but not telling my plans :D
click (http://www.buellxb.com/article508.htm)

you're in luck, xbridr, i just found a good u.s. based lsl supplier
lsl-supplier (http://www.spieglerusa.com/cfm/handlebars.cfm)

Thulsadoom
08-24-2007, 02:23 PM
LeFox,

How much lower than stock are your handlebars? I was looking at ProTapers, and LSL and wondering how many types of handlebars can there be? I also have been eying those Crossroads bars, they are quite a bit more expensive, but money isn't everything. thank you for any light you may shine on these questions.

DOOM

LeFox
08-24-2007, 03:33 PM
if you look here (http://www.spieglerusa.com/cfm/handlebars.cfm), you can see the different kinds of handlebars.
that's not taking the dirtbike handlebars.

i think the standard buell handlebar is about the same as bmw.

Thulsadoom
08-24-2007, 08:12 PM
LeFox,

I saw that, but on the ProTaper site, there are like one million different kinds. Do you have to try everyone to find the set that is most comfortable for me? I want black bars, but I am thinking about just going with the Crossroads bars. I want a more agressive position, but not uncomfortable. I live in Wyoming, where in July of 2005 a man was blown (by wind) off of his bike and killed. I would like to cut down on the wind as much as possible, I may go to the R front fairing. Anywho, thanks for the info.

DOOM

LeFox
08-24-2007, 08:55 PM
doom, you got an xbs?

get on r-fairing on that and you will take more wind than with the original s-fairing.
why? with the xbr you're more in a sporty position, leaning more forward, thus your body & head position is lower.

with all due respect, but if the guy was blown of his bike by wind, should he have been riding at that time?
i rode a naked in upright position with no fairing at all at round 280km/h (174mph) and didn't fall or get blown off and i'm not a big guy (74kg/163lb,lbs)
if that guy got blown of his bike, he must have been in a hurricane or not riding in a safe manner.

you got a link to that protaper site, cause the one i found doesn't seem to offer that many.

to get rid of any missunderstandings, what do you mean with a more agressive position.
wider bars, lower, more forward...?

Thulsadoom
08-24-2007, 09:14 PM
LeFox,

Okay, a million MAY have been an exaggeration (SP?). There were three types, but when I clicked on one it had so many sizes listed, or maybe I just didn't read it correctly. The guy who was killed was on a custom or Harley or something. We get gusts up to 80 miles an hour in town. I would guess that if an 80mph gust of wind hits you from the side on a bike, it would be bad. The wind is crazy here in Wyoming.

http://www.protaper.com/contents/products/handlebars/contour.html

DOOM

Maybe they are for different bikes?

Thulsadoom
08-24-2007, 09:21 PM
LeFox,

I don't understand how you can get more wind being lower, with fairing, if I went with the R front end. Actually, I don't have a bike yet. I am going to get a 2008 Scg.

DOOM

LeFox
08-25-2007, 06:47 AM
Okay, a million MAY have been an exaggeration (SP?). There were three types, but when I clicked on one it had so many sizes listed, or maybe I just didn't read it correctly.
wel, i must say that the rise on the protaper, if the conversion is correct, is pretty high.

personally, for an xbs, i wouldn't go higher than a 82mm rise
so if you choose the contour like you pointed out from the link, the choice would be:
- carmichael
- rm low/pastrana mx
- woods lo
- cr mid
- universal lo
- mini lo

comfort for width depends on how agressive you want to look and how broad your shoulders are.

but now you would have to contact the dealer and see which one fits without hitting the airbox-cover in full turn.


I don't understand how you can get more wind being lower, with fairing, if I went with the R front end
ok, you mean a complete front end, with clip-ons?
kind of takes away the steeringfun and comfort position of the xbs model, but tastes differ...
maybe you should take a look at the drag-bars then...they bring you a bit lower, a bit more forward and a lot more agressive.

Michelangelo
11-20-2007, 03:54 PM
I'd like a set of stock XBS handlebars. If you are interested in selling your old pair pm or email me here:
unbreakableMDS@hotmail.com

JWolk217
02-25-2008, 08:00 AM
I am interested in after market handlebars, but I am not sure what to get either. There just are too many options. I feel like my stock handlebars are too high, and I am looking for a more aggressive position. I like Typeone's setup very much. I don't know what size bars to get to accommodate my stock bar clamps.

This (http://www.pjsparts.com/catalog/advanced_search_result.php?keywords=handlebars) is what I was looking at, but I have no idea if they are going to be more aggressive or even fit my stock clamps and throttle and other parts attached to the handlebar. P.S. I don't favor the looks of clipon's. Can someone please help me?

Also, I want to know if there are weights in my stock handlebars that I have to transfer to the aftermarket ones.

LeFox
02-25-2008, 10:46 AM
This is what I was looking at, but I have no idea if they are going to be more aggressive or even fit my stock clamps and throttle and other parts attached to the handlebar. P.S. I don't favor the looks of clipon's. Can someone please help me?
rizoma's are a bit wider and a bit higher.
not what you are looking for!

in your case, i would go for a straight bar...a more streetfighter style.
example: click1 (http://www.hotbikebits.co.uk/ShowDetail.cfm?ProductID=300)
look for a bar with a rise <60mm
;)

NOMORE4s4ME
02-25-2008, 01:00 PM
I fitted renthal bars on my xb12s. The lowered me about 3 inches and got rid of those chrome bars. You can also flip some renthals upside down to drop them even further like clip-ons.

njsxb9
03-01-2008, 07:36 PM
Go with CR Low Bend bars. I had them on my Buell and loved them. Driven Racing makes some really nice for a reasonable price. PM me if interested

bleblanc03
03-07-2008, 10:55 PM
I'm having a ton of trouble searching. I thought I knew how to use the internet. I am part of Generation Y....

Anyway, can someone link to where I can price clip-ons that will fit an '03 XB9S, please? I tried the Crossroads website, but I can't find a link to Buell products and their links don't seem to exist, anyway.

LeFox
03-08-2008, 07:58 AM
Anyway, can someone link to where I can price clip-ons that will fit an '03 XB9S, please? I tried the Crossroads website, but I can't find a link to Buell products and their links don't seem to exist, anyway.
- 1 (http://en.freespirits.it/catalog/raceparts_en.php)
- 2 (http://www.americansportbike.com/shoponline/index.php) (do a search for clip => searchbox bottom right)
- 3 (http://www.hardracing.com/Vortex/VortexClipOns.htm)
- 4 (http://www.cyclepages.com/ProductDetails.aspx?ProductID=4006282)
etc...

bleblanc03
03-08-2008, 04:54 PM
Thank you.

dgp
03-08-2008, 04:57 PM
Question,

Just like JWolk217, I was looking at the Rizoma, what im wondering is if either version of the Rizoma bar will fit on a xb12s? I thought I heard someone say along time ago only the conical would fit, but would the standard 22mm work as well?

LeFox
03-08-2008, 07:17 PM
Just like JWolk217, I was looking at the Rizoma, what im wondering is if either version of the Rizoma bar will fit on a xb12s?
if you fit other clamps, yeah [smirk]

JWolk217
03-09-2008, 09:30 PM
I am looking for my ideal bar:
[1] a more agressive/lower positioned bar
[2] one that I do not have to buy a clamp riser
[3] one that is the same diameter of my stock bar so I don't have to worry about the throttle tube not fitting
[4] a bar that does not have the "dirtbike" style cross bar
[5] a bar that does not hit the tank when turning

What are my options? Does anyone have a picture of what I am looking for?

njsxb9
03-09-2008, 11:44 PM
The MX Style bars with the cross brace can always be removed. Most 7/8" MX style bars come with the cross brace. You will need a 7/8 bar. I would suggest going with the CR low style bar. Lower then stock and not that aggressive on the backwards sweep. Driven racing, Renthal, ProTaper all make good bars. I recently have sold alot of the Driven Racing CR Low style bars for fighter projects and I use them on all my bikes.

JWolk217
03-23-2008, 09:25 AM
Does anyone know the dimensions of the stock 07 XB12s handlebars? Width, rise, pullback, and diameter? After looking at these Rizoma 'Conus' Tapered 29mm Handlebars (http://www.trojan-horse.co.uk/prods/151.html), I didn't know what the 29mm meant. Will my stock clamps work with these?
http://www.trojan-horse.co.uk/prods/images/151_2.jpg

bleblanc03
03-26-2008, 09:38 AM
A couple of questions:

1. How much are the Driven Racing bars (I have a 2003 XB9S)?

2. Do they have the little hole for the knob that keeps the headlight switch housing from moving around?

LeFox
03-26-2008, 10:52 AM
1. How much are the Driven Racing bars (I have a 2003 XB9S)?
[confused] where did you see there??? will probably differ depending on the profit marging of seller.

njsxb9
03-26-2008, 12:18 PM
Driven racing makes 2 types of bars. The 7/8" bars are $60 and the 1 1/8" Fatty Tapered bars are $70 shipped. They do not have the hole for the switch but most people just notch out or drill a hole on all the MX style bars.


A couple of questions:

1. How much are the Driven Racing bars (I have a 2003 XB9S)?

2. Do they have the little hole for the knob that keeps the headlight switch housing from moving around?

bleblanc03
03-26-2008, 06:03 PM
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.

njsxb9
03-26-2008, 06:45 PM
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.

sinpieces
03-26-2008, 09:06 PM
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).

njsxb9
03-26-2008, 11:45 PM
These are some better pics of the Driven Bars

http://www.drivenracing.com/grphx/DRIVE-Bars-2006.jpg

bdugal
05-08-2008, 01:55 AM
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?

sinpieces
05-09-2008, 11:51 AM
Crossroads Performance 0 degree bars!!!
CRG Split Lane LS mirrors
http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/83_20080509042543_L.jpg

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/83_20080509042137_L.jpg

sinpieces
05-09-2008, 12:08 PM
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.

chrispudd
05-18-2008, 02:57 PM
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!!

sinpieces
05-24-2008, 09:39 AM
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..:p

CoastieRider
07-12-2008, 09:01 PM
Sinpieces,
what kind of air tank do you have? i was just wondering, thanx

FIDOSOL
07-14-2008, 02:55 AM
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")...:p

2003buellxb9s
09-25-2008, 01:46 PM
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.

typeone
09-25-2008, 02:29 PM
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)
http://www.aluminum.nu/web/img/azonic_crlow.jpg

2003buellxb9s
09-25-2008, 04:02 PM
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.

typeone
09-25-2008, 04:21 PM
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.

Thaloc
09-25-2008, 04:24 PM
Man I love the look of those bars in Sins pic, VERY NICE!

lunatic
10-02-2008, 10:41 AM
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

Stevenc150
10-03-2008, 03:13 AM
Lunatic,

Here's the Crossroads link to their catalog. Click on the following link, then the "Pgs 18-29" link: Crossroads Performance Catalog (http://www.crossroadsperformance.com/catalog.htm)

sinpieces
10-03-2008, 01:22 PM
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[up]
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:D

Give me a howler if you went for it!

sinpieces
10-05-2008, 12:47 PM
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/ccp0-prodshow/A9074.html

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/83_20081005054055_L.jpg

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/83_20081005054157_L.jpg

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/83_20081005054236_L.jpg

Skylab
10-06-2008, 02:13 AM
I love the clip-ons.

lunatic
10-07-2008, 08:44 AM
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 ??

like the ti force pipe

sinpieces
10-07-2008, 09:39 AM
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.

lunatic
10-07-2008, 01:51 PM
hard to call at the right time from Australia haha. might send an email. cheers

fresh rida
07-04-2009, 01:12 AM
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.

xb1339s
06-07-2010, 07:31 AM
i just got done putting the xbr upper clamp on my 12s tonight....definitly not a bolt on mod. i had to mill the key hole ring flat, and drill and tap the clamp 4" on center to mount the headlight/gauge shroud, and shave a little on the one side of the shroud to clear the bar being the shroud isnt semetrical to each side (there shaped different), but after 4hrs of f*ing around i got it to work like factory and the bar position feels better.

link74it
07-14-2010, 01:14 AM
hi everybody.
I have a lot of doubts installing my new handle bar on my buell xb9sx.
The handlebar i have bought is a DRIVEN carbon bar 803mm width and i have the rizoma risers.
I don t want to make any changements on the cables so, can someone please tell me if i have to cut the handlebar on the sides and how much?
Also i was wondering: how i will make the hole on the handlebar? (maybe a dremel can be ok)and where i have exactely to drill the holes?
Please, if someone has already installed the driven carbon handlebar, give me an help.
Thanks a lot
Link

nitrofein
08-03-2010, 07:26 PM
Here is a place I have bought parts from my old RD350 motorcycle. They sell clubman bars among other things. Prices are from $20 to $45, some come in black and chrome.

HVC Cycle (http://hvccycle.com/Handlebars.htm)http://hvccycle.com/handlebars.jpg

I am thinking about trying a set of Daytona Tour bars (D)


Whats the stock bar specs for the xb9?

Also has anyone run these? LSL Street Bars High (http://www.spieglerusa.com/cfm/Handlebars.cfm?type=streethigh)

TooFst
08-03-2010, 07:52 PM
These r protaper se. I love em. A little lower/ wider but I used 1" risers wich make them a hair taller then stock. http://i838.photobucket.com/albums/zz309/joshua11777/6ae8f9b3.jpg

07xb12sgrin
08-03-2010, 08:37 PM
can anyone tell me where i can get the upper clamp-on cross bar like the one above. i want one for my stock bars. or bars with that, that are sock bar dimensions.

kbaddict
08-03-2010, 10:02 PM
I changed mine to the firebolt setup and it was definitely worth it. I just didn't like the aftermarket look.

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/3345_20100301165737_L.jpg

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/3345_20090612075437_L.jpg

upthemaiden
08-04-2010, 06:40 AM
You'd have to look around for a crossbar that would fit the stock bars. I had an extra sitting around from the Renthals I put on my last bike, so I thought I'd put then on my stock xb9s bars but they were way too skinny at the point where the cross brace would go on.

That was the main reason I couldn't fit the renthals on my xb9, the center portion was too wide, and even if I slid my controls in all the way I still could not get my cables sorted. I really want a new set of bars but am paranoid that if I find one with the right height and back sweep the center will just be too wide to work.

Has anyone looked into the renthal road ultra-lows? They look like they'd be nice, and are only $50 or so online.

riceetr
01-29-2011, 09:07 AM
Hey kbaddict,

I think your right I like the look of the firebolt setup on the lighting. Is that very hard to do?
Do you have to raise or lower the forks?
How much did you spend to find a set?
Thanks,

Nice BiKe![up]

papabubu
02-10-2011, 04:56 PM
Just recently damaged my handle bar & now looking around for replacement. I agree w/ you riceetr I liked how kbaddicts firebolt set-up looks. Kb is the handling the same as when you have the stock handle bars or did it improve ?

BuellerPilot
02-10-2011, 05:08 PM
My LSL Fat Bar adaptors with Driven CR Low gold bars. I wish they were 1/2" lower and 1/2" more pull back, but these are the closest things I can find (my optimum bar doesn't seem to exist lol).http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/7525_20110210110438_L.jpg

Also, PAZZO levers, Driven D3 billet and gel grips, LED turn signal mirrors.

Ignore the rest, frame & swinger are getting powder coated black, I have black forks, have a non- X Hero Blue air box, Amber wheels and I can't find Amber BUELL air box decals.

Haven't gotten bar ends yet, but I have Oberon large black in mind.

~Mike....

pinball242
02-10-2011, 06:54 PM
i think i have LSL superbike, anodized to match my amber wheels. very aggressive and low. :D

BuellerPilot
02-10-2011, 09:11 PM
i think i have LSL superbike, anodized to match my amber wheels. very aggressive and low.

Ya, they are nice bars. Too much pull back for me though. I've had the Rizoma's too, extremely nice bars, but too much pull back for my liking.

BTW, I cut 1" off either side of my Driven bars.

~Mike....

smorin
02-10-2011, 09:47 PM
I'm thinking of installing the bolt bars on my XB12S just like kbaddict. My only concern is the Ignition Key Switch... Not enough space for the key to turn. I know that Shilohsk8 grinded down his key but I'm thinking of relocating the switch.

Here's the walk-through install from Shilohsk8:

http://www.buellxb.com/Buell-XB-Forum/Do-It-Yourself-Buell-Mods/XBR-clip-on-conversion-for-XBS

BuellerPilot
02-10-2011, 10:01 PM
Perhaps use a keyless ignition set up? You replace the ignition key receptical with a trim piece. Then there's an electronic sensor that recognizes a key chain you keep in your pocket. So anytime you near the bike, you can start it without a key. I don't recall the company, but I'm sure there's more then one.

~Mike....

papabubu
02-10-2011, 11:10 PM
great! tnx for the link!

smorin
02-11-2011, 06:07 AM
Thanks Mike for the sensor idea! I’ll look into it...

Some R owners swaps there bars for S in order not to be leaning forward so much. Some have back problems or there wrist hurts. I guess riding with lower bars could be tougher on the wrist then with street bars, especially if you’re driving a lot in the city (stop signs & red lights).

I have a friend who uses his low bars bike on race track only. He uses his other high bars bike on the street. He said that once you ride on a race track with low bars, you don’t want to drive on the streets anymore.

Personally, I like the aggressive looks of Shilohsk8 and kbaddict and I’m going for it.

VPimentel
02-11-2011, 10:14 AM
The firebolt clip ons + Bar end mirrors setup make the bike look even meaner!! I just love it! Tomorrow i'm going to look for those.

papabubu
02-12-2011, 12:29 PM
I just scored a firebolt 3pl 3 from ebay 113 shipped hope that a good deal [confused]

BigBuelly
01-29-2012, 09:53 PM
Which are the best handelbar risers for my 09 XB12R and Windscreen that helps with the wind not beat you up while on the highway

riverotter
02-04-2012, 04:13 PM
Love my Pro-Tapers (Carmichael bend). They get you forward, out, and down just a bit from stock. I'm on the fence about the cross bar, but am kind of liking it the more I see it. Check it out:

http://www.buellxb.com/buell_images/11636_20120204100906_L.jpg

Crawler65
02-04-2012, 04:54 PM
I have not read every post, just throwing my hat in the ring here:D
I just went from stock bars on my XB12SS long to FLY Racing aluminum "CR Low" bars with the removable cross brace($38.99 @ local shop). The bars are such thick aluminum tube that I had no worries about removing the cross brace. It was a bit of work getting enough length worked out on all the cables and wires, but I did it, every thing fits/works fine now. I LOVE the new bars (I run CR Low on ALL my bikes) moved my hands forward a little bit, but more importantly got my wrists and arms strait (elbows out) and makes the bike feel much more "Flickable" and under control to me.

beatsthejaps
07-04-2012, 02:00 PM
Just do the firebolt swap. I did my 9s and its sweet!

Mikebuell413
07-25-2014, 05:04 AM
I tried to put 7/8" mx bars on today... they hit my forks?is it just the bars? did anyone have to re route the cable around the frame instead of the housing in front??

SMOAK
07-25-2014, 06:45 PM
Clubman! Go clubman!