BDazzler
Wizard
I guess this is starting as more of an un-mod thread, but my '07 came with aftermarket handlebars from the previous owner. I've finally decided I don't like them and would prefer the stock setup, not just because of the bars alone, but also due to how the bars will hit larger windshields because they are a little higher and quite a bit wider than stock.
Eric (Cobalt) steered me to PartShark for the stock bars at a great price (thanks). I was going to swap them on Easter afternoon, but I realized the aftermarket bars have the smooth bore ends and the bar end weights are have the rubber compression stopper and won't work on the stock bars with the threaded ends.
I have ordered the stock bar ends now, also from PartShark, but I would be willing to entertain other bar ends if anyone has any suggestions. Should I look for heavier weighted ones to help with vibration? Maybe some bar end sliders? A bar end that works as a cheap cruise control? I guess I'm not totally sure what's out there.
I hope to have the bar ends before this weekend and do the swap on Friday. I know this is a very simple switch, but I might take a few pics and do a short write up on it, just for giggles. Also, if anyone is interested in my old bars or bar ends, I might sell them cheap. I'm not even sure they are worth much and I don't know what a reasonable price would be, but I'll put up a price if anyone is interested.
I've seen many threads on best windshields for the Gen II FZ1. I'm looking for a shield too. I'm currently thinking about the Zero Gravity Double Bubble in (light) smoke. I think Gary had the ZG DB on his Gen I that he allowed me to ride. I really liked it, but I'm not sure how the Gen I screen compares to the Gen II version.
If anyone has a pic of this shield on a Gen II, I'd love to see it (especially a cobalt blue bike). Any thoughts on the dark smoke? How dark is it? If I'm planning on shooting video through it later, should I get the clear? How about the touring screens (large ones for long trips?) I was considering the V-Stream. Again, not sure. I have a giant Rifle screen from the PO, but it kinda ugly. The PO also had to cut out small sections in the side for the non-stock bars. You can see this in my sig pic and the above link to another shield thread. (note to self: I need a new sig pic) I get the impression that the PO would have preferred an FJR. :ugh:
Eric (Cobalt) steered me to PartShark for the stock bars at a great price (thanks). I was going to swap them on Easter afternoon, but I realized the aftermarket bars have the smooth bore ends and the bar end weights are have the rubber compression stopper and won't work on the stock bars with the threaded ends.
I have ordered the stock bar ends now, also from PartShark, but I would be willing to entertain other bar ends if anyone has any suggestions. Should I look for heavier weighted ones to help with vibration? Maybe some bar end sliders? A bar end that works as a cheap cruise control? I guess I'm not totally sure what's out there.
I hope to have the bar ends before this weekend and do the swap on Friday. I know this is a very simple switch, but I might take a few pics and do a short write up on it, just for giggles. Also, if anyone is interested in my old bars or bar ends, I might sell them cheap. I'm not even sure they are worth much and I don't know what a reasonable price would be, but I'll put up a price if anyone is interested.
I've seen many threads on best windshields for the Gen II FZ1. I'm looking for a shield too. I'm currently thinking about the Zero Gravity Double Bubble in (light) smoke. I think Gary had the ZG DB on his Gen I that he allowed me to ride. I really liked it, but I'm not sure how the Gen I screen compares to the Gen II version.
If anyone has a pic of this shield on a Gen II, I'd love to see it (especially a cobalt blue bike). Any thoughts on the dark smoke? How dark is it? If I'm planning on shooting video through it later, should I get the clear? How about the touring screens (large ones for long trips?) I was considering the V-Stream. Again, not sure. I have a giant Rifle screen from the PO, but it kinda ugly. The PO also had to cut out small sections in the side for the non-stock bars. You can see this in my sig pic and the above link to another shield thread. (note to self: I need a new sig pic) I get the impression that the PO would have preferred an FJR. :ugh:
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