do Clipons for 2000 M900 require changing top tripple?

[TheArsalan]

I'm looking into getting the woodcaft clipons (http://www.monsterparts.com/p/12-0150/WOODCRAFT++Riser+Clip-ons.html) for my 2000 M900 and I was hoping to get some insight:

- Do I need to replace the top triple or will the clipons just fit the stock front end setup? (I'm looking to get the 3 piece clipons hoping I wont have to take the top triple off)
- I've read about people having to move the headlight or the guages.. is this something I'll be facing?
- I know the height of the risers is a preference thing, I'm curious what is most popular and recommended by most

I'll also appreciate any suggestions you guys might have regarding other brands and suppliers or installation tips

[stopintime]

Woodcraft offer a spacer (between fork leg clamp and riser), but I don't know if that's enough to clear the 'corner' of your triple.

The SpeedyMoto Fat Boy clip ons are made so that the riser comes up on the outside of the triple. Maybe a solution for you...

Clip ons won't, other than the triple issue, be a problem on your bike - enough space there (until someone comes along and proves me wrong)

Height preference is highly personal, but I always say that if you get a higher riser than you end up liking - another height can be purchased OR you can slide the one you have down on the fork leg (just pay attention to what that does to the wire and hose routing/clearance)

[DarkMonster620]

Do you have the coffin masters or the Goldline masters?

If you have the coffin masters, you only need to get the spacers if you have the Goldline masters, just the clip ons . . .

[almgren.t]

I have a 1999 M900 and i have the clipon setup from Wiodcraft with risers. Even with the spacers, top triple corners will hit the risers on the inside. I had to dremel the corner on the triple to get that to work. With that done, fitting is nice in all other aspects.

[TheArsalan]

thanks all, this is great info!

I've seen the spacers (http://www.woodcraft-cfm.com/cgi-bin/commerce.cgi?preadd=action&key=12-SPACER) for the risers and i was planning on getting them but wasn't sure if I had to..
I had a feeling the corner of the top triple might be too thick but hearing someone has grinded it down and has no issues is great news.
now i just have to decide if i'm better off spending the $40 on the spacers or trimming off some of the stock top triple..

the coffin reservoirs were replaced by cup style ones by the previous owner so i should be good on that aspect

I just ordered the Woodcraft 2" risers today assuming the height will give me best of both worlds (http://www.ebay.com/itm/271167929403?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649) but I'm holding off on the spacers until i try installing the clipons.

almgren.t - do you think I'm better off spending the $40 for a clean install or taking your route?

[DarkMonster620]

I have them installed above the top triple . . . excellent for twisties, not so for city commuting

[TheArsalan]

I have them installed above the top triple . . . excellent for twisties, not so for city commuting

I'm assuming you had to lower the front end?
if so, all you did was loosen the triples and slide them down a bit correct?

[stopintime]

If you choose clip ons above the triple, there are clip ons with a low profile fork clamp to minimize the need for lowering the front. Most Monsters benefit from a slightly altered geometry (lower front and/or raised rear), but it does affect steering and stability, so it's not perfect for everyone.

http://motowheels.com/i-6922767-mw-billet-clip-ons-w-risers-monster.html

[DarkMonster620]

I'm assuming you had to lower the front end?
if so, all you did was loosen the triples and slide them down a bit correct?

the width of the clamp . ..  bike is quite stable in a str8 line and good feel on what is doing . . . although what stopintime says is also true .. .

[TheArsalan]

So I kinda took the adviice from both of you..
I got the clipons in the mail today and I was too eager to wait again for the spacers... So instead I just lowered the front about 2" (height of clipon fork clamp)  and mounted the clipons above the top triple. I had to move the brake lines to make it work.
As far as the ride/height quality I don't know if it could get better.. Such an improvement from stock..
Thanks for the help guys!

[Speeddog]

Make sure the tire won't hit the cylinder head or the lower triple at full compression.

'Cause having the front wheel lock at that time isn't good.

[almgren.t]

The Arsalan, please note that even with the use of spacers, top triple still hits the risers. The combination of spacers AND dremel of the triple corners was my route.

[cbcanada]

If you choose clip ons above the triple, there are clip ons with a low profile fork clamp to minimize the need for lowering the front.

Which ones are these?

[cbcanada]

So I kinda took the adviice from both of you..
I got the clipons in the mail today and I was too eager to wait again for the spacers... So instead I just lowered the front about 2" (height of clipon fork clamp)  and mounted the clipons above the top triple. I had to move the brake lines to make it work.
As far as the ride/height quality I don't know if it could get better.. Such an improvement from stock..
Thanks for the help guys!

How tall are you?
Can you post a picture

[DarkMonster620]

Make sure the tire won't hit the cylinder head or the lower triple at full compression.

'Cause having the front wheel lock at that time isn't good.

my don't and the Woodcraft clamp is about 25mm . . .

if you guys want I can try and fetch a pic and post it . . .