ROX, Handlebar Riser Ergo Question

[Don in Lodi]

Thanks Don! Saving up for the 2" risers and lines now.

Did you find the lower pegs to be worth it? I had Fastway F5 footpegs on the 800 GS, and liked the lower position and huge platform. The Twisted pegs seem to be a straight drop, instead of moving forward slightly, which would be nice. No news from F5 on pegs for the S10.

I've got to say that if these pegs didn't do both, a larger surface, and go lower, I probably wouldn't have got them, or any for that matter. Sitting, a half to 5/8" drop isn't really noticeable, Standing, it adds up. I got a 2 1/2" rise out of my bars that way. And they are comfy. ::008::

 

[sail2xxs]

I've got to say that if these pegs didn't do both, a larger surface, and go lower, I probably wouldn't have got them, or any for that matter. Sitting, a half to 5/8" drop isn't really noticeable, Standing, it adds up. I got a 2 1/2" rise out of my bars that way. And they are comfy. ::008::

Thanks man! (But not from my aching wallet!)

Chris

 

[gillesgc]

Went to AltRider in Seattle today and had them installed. Had to remove the triple tree to fit cables behind it. Had to zip tie the throttle cables to hold them away from the brake fluid box. Went straight to work, then home and won't have the chance to take a long ride till Tuesday. First impressions are they make the difference I was looking for. 5' 10" with 35 arms (yes knuckles drag) I'm dealing with hand issues, mainly arthritic thumbs, so trying to relieve the pressure from leaning forward. I must admit that the cable arrangement doesn't thrill me at all. Wish that Yamaha had put more cable length, (and cruise control!) into the bike. Did the same to a GS1150 way back when with no issues. Going to be keeping a sharp eye on those cables. Only had the bike 2 days, 480 miles so far, 35 dirt, loving it.

 

[Don in Lodi]

Went to AltRider in Seattle today and had them installed. Had to remove the triple tree to fit cables behind it. Had to zip tie the throttle cables to hold them away from the brake fluid box. Went straight to work, then home and won't have the chance to take a long ride till Tuesday. First impressions are they make the difference I was looking for. 5' 10" with 35 arms (yes knuckles drag) I'm dealing with hand issues, mainly arthritic thumbs, so trying to relieve the pressure from leaning forward. I must admit that the cable arrangement doesn't thrill me at all. Wish that Yamaha had put more cable length, (and cruise control!) into the bike. Did the same to a GS1150 way back when with no issues. Going to be keeping a sharp eye on those cables. Only had the bike 2 days, 480 miles so far, 35 dirt, loving it.

What riser did you go with? I didn't have to re-route any cables or hoses with my two inch ROX. I slid the lever perches inboard as far as they would go with the handguards and that gave me enough slack in the hoses that I'm comfortable with. I'll be getting the longer hoses from Jaxon's source and I'll be all better there. Cables are plenty long enough. I may or may not remove the looms off of the cables and the brake line, silly things. Just sounds like more work than was really required... unless you went taller than my 2" rise.