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short reach bars for f3--what if i try them and dont like them ....
since the dealer no longer uses the sample ufit model how does one know if the short reach bars (17 F3t) will actually be enough of a fix to warrant switching out from the standard factory bars. Im sure somone's gone through this before. In this regard should i refrain from adding farkles onto my bars (cup holder, phone holder etc) until im positive that i wont be better off with the short reach bars. Help please. I am getting fatigued and i think the short reach bars but will be better but its kinda a crazy hunch to have to invest in and not know that it was a worthwhile modification/cost/time investment etc.
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I got them
I'm 5'8" with a 30" inseam and my shoulders would start burning on long rides from stretching to reach the bars. I tried the short reach bars and they worked great. PS I have the my foot pegs at the #4 position.
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2013 ST Limited - 16,000 miles
2015 F3s - 48,500 miles
2016 F3t - TBD
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thank you
me and you similar then--my insean 31--i might want to keep the pegs at the average (3) but so glad to hear of the "great" improvement in the reach/bars--could you guestimate how many inches closer they really get to you?
Originally Posted by bboley
I'm 5'8" with a 30" inseam and my shoulders would start burning on long rides from stretching to reach the bars. I tried the short reach bars and they worked great. PS I have the my foot pegs at the #4 position.
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Originally Posted by Petrom714
me and you similar then--my insean 31--i might want to keep the pegs at the average (3) but so glad to hear of the "great" improvement in the reach/bars--could you guestimate how many inches closer they really get to you?
They measure 2 1/2" longer, that doesn't sound like much but it worked for me. There is an aligning slot in the bar that goes over a pin in the mounting block assembly. With the slot there is a lot of up and down range so that you can find the perfect spot for you and tighten it up. Mine ended up a little higher than the middle of the travel range, that helped keep me from hunching over to reach the bars. The controls are slightly rotated from the stock position but it only took a couple of days before I was use to it. All in all it was a great choice for me.
My Spyder History
2013 ST Limited - 16,000 miles
2015 F3s - 48,500 miles
2016 F3t - TBD
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sounds great--glad it working for you--
i really appreciate your input
Originally Posted by bboley
They measure 2 1/2" longer, that doesn't sound like much but it worked for me. There is an aligning slot in the bar that goes over a pin in the mounting block assembly. With the slot there is a lot of up and down range so that you can find the perfect spot for you and tighten it up. Mine ended up a little higher than the middle of the travel range, that helped keep me from hunching over to reach the bars. The controls are slightly rotated from the stock position but it only took a couple of days before I was use to it. All in all it was a great choice for me.
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My Spyder History
2013 ST Limited - 16,000 miles
2015 F3s - 48,500 miles
2016 F3t - TBD
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Originally Posted by bboley
I'm 5'8" with a 30" inseam and my shoulders would start burning on long rides from stretching to reach the bars. I tried the short reach bars and they worked great. PS I have the my foot pegs at the #4 position.
Sounds like you and I could be twins!
I have mine set up the same.
Works great for me also.
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inseam is leg measure good for pegs. Measure from shoulder bone to wrist bone and report. Mine is 22" and my inseam is 36"
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Originally Posted by Rattlebars
inseam is leg measure good for pegs. Measure from shoulder bone to wrist bone and report. Mine is 22" and my inseam is 36"
23"
My Spyder History
2013 ST Limited - 16,000 miles
2015 F3s - 48,500 miles
2016 F3t - TBD
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Love my short reach bars! 5'4", footboards in position 3, route 129 windshield.
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Originally Posted by Petrom714
since the dealer no longer uses the sample ufit model how does one know if the short reach bars (17 F3t) will actually be enough of a fix to warrant switching out from the standard factory bars. Im sure somone's gone through this before. In this regard should i refrain from adding farkles onto my bars (cup holder, phone holder etc) until im positive that i wont be better off with the short reach bars. Help please. I am getting fatigued and i think the short reach bars but will be better but its kinda a crazy hunch to have to invest in and not know that it was a worthwhile modification/cost/time investment etc.
get them, try them out. If still not enough, add ROX risers. If none of that works (probably will), I’ll buy the short reach bars from you. Why? We know lots of people who could use them. No worries. You have nothing to lose but pain! Ann loves hers. 687 miles today - no pain! My number is below. Try them. I believe you will be happy. Joe
Joe Meyer
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I'm 6'2 and I love the short reach bars. It was the cheapest add on on the bike. I was having fatigue with the stock bars.
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OP, did you resolve the reach problem?? I'm 5' 8" 29" inseam. I loosened the bar mounting bolts and rotated the bar down made all the difference I needed. you may want to try that if you haven't solved the issue already.
Joe
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Originally Posted by Bucketman
I'm 6'2 and I love the short reach bars. It was the cheapest add on on the bike. I was having fatigue with the stock bars.
Bucketman,
I am the same height as you and am considering replacing my bars as well. Are you saying that you brought the handlebars closer to you? Or pushed them further away?
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Originally Posted by bboley
They measure 2 1/2" longer, that doesn't sound like much but it worked for me. There is an aligning slot in the bar that goes over a pin in the mounting block assembly. With the slot there is a lot of up and down range so that you can find the perfect spot for you and tighten it up. Mine ended up a little higher than the middle of the travel range, that helped keep me from hunching over to reach the bars. The controls are slightly rotated from the stock position but it only took a couple of days before I was use to it. All in all it was a great choice for me.
Hello, looking at the bike from the side, can you identify a spot on the bike directly below the throttle where you can measure the approximate distance between the two points? I am 5’7” with 30’ inseam and have the same pain on the back and shoulders for reaching to the front with the stock bar. Thanks
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thank you
looks really better
Originally Posted by Paula
I am new to my F3L. I put a few hundred miles on it and knew I was straining to reach the bars that came it. The new handle bars are the closest to the rider the ufit system makes. I love them! The strain is off my shoulders and I have found the throttle again!
I will try to add pics, excuse the condition... I purposefully went for a ride in the heavy rain . Bars not exactly lined up but gives an estimate...
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joe, i just saw this...
thank you for the idea, you are kind to make the offer as well--do you sell them?
any idea what it costs to have the short reach bars installed?
Originally Posted by cptjam
get them, try them out. If still not enough, add ROX risers. If none of that works (probably will), I’ll buy the short reach bars from you. Why? We know lots of people who could use them. No worries. You have nothing to lose but pain! Ann loves hers. 687 miles today - no pain! My number is below. Try them. I believe you will be happy. Joe
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Originally Posted by bboley
I'm 5'8" with a 30" inseam and my shoulders would start burning on long rides from stretching to reach the bars. I tried the short reach bars and they worked great. PS I have the my foot pegs at the #4 position.
Ditto.... I'm about the same and did the short reach bars, position 4 and Corbin seat with backrest...
Feels great now....
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wonderful that you took time to post that picture--im going for my short reach install on thursday, very excited to try out better position--
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hello and thank you for suggestion...im going to have the factory short reach installed this week--i will keep all advised on improvement hopefully
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