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Dave
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Posted: Wed Apr 16th, 2008 07:05 pm |
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Jeff - Yeah, I'm sure Preacher has the smarts to pull off what I'm talking about. If he hasn't already done most of it himself. He's a sharp guy and has been around awhile...
Empty - Probably gonna be a real pain to try running a hard line inside the bars. But, even out side, it would be cleaner than a SS braided line.
And one of these days, I'm gonna do the Metzlers...
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empty
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| Joined: | Tue Jun 28th, 2005 |
| Location: | Plano, Texas USA |
| Posts: | 1658 |
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Posted: Wed Apr 16th, 2008 05:12 pm |
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Apes help keep your underarms dry, that's convenience right there now.
I predict running hard lines through the handlebars will be a terrible pain in the arse. I have also found that Metzlers cost about $20 more than Dunlops, but seem to have twice the amount of rubber ....time will tell how well they last.
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jeffy ole boy
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Posted: Wed Apr 16th, 2008 04:47 pm |
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| SOunds like fun Dave! and will give it a new look! Yeah you will for sure need longer cables and so forth.... I bet Preacher can give you some great feedback on all of those issues your going to have with the high bars.....
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Dave
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Posted: Wed Apr 16th, 2008 04:13 pm |
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Man, the forum has been quiet lately. So, lets see if I can stir up some conversation...
I'm planning some changes to my bike in the real near future. I've picked up a set of narrow, 30-inch wide 12-inch tall, apes for it. There's a damn good chance that none of my existing wires, cables or brake line will work. So, here goes a few questions:
1 - Brake lines - I want the bars as clean as possible. Thinking about using a hard line for the brake line instead of braided stainless? How about running the hard-line inside the bars? Any one have an idea of the fittings needed for converting from a banjo-fitting (dual disc master cylinder) to a 3/16ths hard-line?
2 - Wiring - Planning on running the wiring inside the bars. Not sure that I'm going to use all the original wiring either. I haven't had turn-signals for a long time on my bike. Not really a priority now either. Seriously considering moving some of the electrical switches off the bars too. Really don't want a bunch of extra, unused wires on the bike or inside the bars.
3 - Throttle Cable(s) - I've been running a single cable on the throttle for a long time too. Considering going back to a push/pull set up with dual cables again.
4 - Risers - I've got two sets of risers. (a) stubby, 2-inch OEM straight or (b) 4-up, 2-back curved risers. I got a feeling that the taller risers will create some issues with the bars. Seems like there will be more leverage against the bushings in the top tree. Work great with drag bars.
But, with taller, wider bars? Chances are I'm going to end up with the shorter risers...
5 - Clutch Cable - I've talked to the indy about this. According to him, I'll have to replace the entire cable. I haven't done any shopping on this yet. May even consider going to a juice-type clutch. But, I think that cost is gonna kill that idea.
Just plain wear and tear items -
Tires - Been running a ribbed fron for about 6 months. Picked up a set of tires before I had the engine gone through last year. Rear tire (Chinese copy of a Dunlop 402) is wearing like cast iron. Still looks like new. Front is a ribbed, I don't remember what the brand is. But, this thing is shot. Just about bald and it got to the point, that I just wasn't comfortable running it anymore. (You've seen how worn I'll go on a tire before) I ordered a Dunlop 401 to replace it.
Brakes - Ordered a rear master cylinder rebuild kit. Just doesn't seem to hold any pressure anymore. No leaks at the caliper. I'm running a 4-piston caliper in the back from an 03 "Touring Model" and when everything is working right, this thing has some serious stopping power. So, the MC is going to be rebuilt.
Front End - Seems like the front end is due for some serious attention. Probably going to go through the process of rebuilding it. 39-MM Narrow-Glide with dual discs. Lowers are chromed. Thinking about going to a 21-inch with a single disc too. Again, cost is probably going to put a halt to that idea too.
There will be other things involved. Will be working my way through all this, one way or another.
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