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wshtb
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« on: May 05, 2012, 07:08:20 AM »

Does anyone makes shorter handlebars? By shorter I want the handlebar to be narrower so that it is easier to lane split on my Monster S2R1000. I don't want clip-ons though, because I do prefer the upright riding position.

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« Reply #1 on: May 05, 2012, 07:16:34 AM »

Just cut however much you want off the end of your bars, and re-drill the holes for the controls as needed.
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« Reply #2 on: May 05, 2012, 09:14:11 AM »

How wide are your stock bars now? These look stock, only nicer finishing, and have ~ 5/8" more rise and 2" more sweep. For most people the wrist angle is more natural / comfortable as well. The 720mm jobs fit on my 796. http://www.motovationusa.com/mvstore/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=562

Maybe when you have a chance, introduce yourself here too?  Wink http://www.ducatimonsterforum.org/index.php?topic=111.0
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« Reply #3 on: May 05, 2012, 10:46:45 AM »

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« Reply #4 on: May 06, 2012, 08:04:57 AM »

After asking around I started to seriously believe that hacksaw is the easiest solution.
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« Reply #5 on: May 06, 2012, 08:08:08 AM »

I don't know about you, but I can't cut anything straight with a hacksaw.  pipe cutter is probably better.  very clean and straight cuts.
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« Reply #6 on: May 06, 2012, 08:30:53 AM »

pipecutter would be best but a hacksaw and file (put painters tape at the cutting point)  will work just fine, the grips will hide the imperfections.  I would also mount all the controls before doing any cutting to make sure it all fits, there isnt a ton of space on stock bars.  also, dont forget to trim all the locating pins before tightening them all the way.


one has to wonder though; if your getting so close to other cars that you need to cut some space out of your bars, maybe you should be giving yourself a bit more room?
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« Reply #7 on: May 06, 2012, 04:01:40 PM »

one has to wonder though; if your getting so close to other cars that you need to cut some space out of your bars, maybe you should be giving yourself a bit more room?

Same question here...

Any known side effects of shorten bar or clip-ons?  I ride mountain bike and shorter bar gives us more clearance between trees, but longer bar gives more control of the bike.
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« Reply #8 on: May 06, 2012, 05:09:35 PM »

Any known side effects of shorten bar or clip-ons?  I ride mountain bike and shorter bar gives us more clearance between trees, but longer bar gives more control of the bike.

Shorter bar = quicker steering but higher effort since you have less leverage. Go too short with an unstable geometry and you have a recipe for tank-slappers.
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