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Yes, I put RT handlebars on my SM5 RS
It rides like a Big Wheel now, just love it. 😀 The only problem is the shifter is in the way of the cover on the left handlebar, I'm going to have to brush off my arts and craft skills and cut me some plastic. With the floorboards, heal toe shifter and the smooth Spyder back rest is more comfortable for sure.
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RT handlebars on my RS
nice job, the black ones look exceptionally nice. What floorboards are those? The RT bars make corners much less of an effort. They also allow a nice upright posture. I would not go back to the standard bars!!!
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2018 F3-T
My mods: Can am Trailer hitch, USB and 12 volt power outlets, Gustason windshield, Bead rider seat cushion, battery harness for electric gear and battery tender, Time out trailer.
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Well done...
It does look very nice. .congrats. .!! you now have both worlds...the sport ryde and a comfy ryde..
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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I have a comfort seat and Rivco floorboards. The handlebars change the ride position significantly. It feels great now. The only thing that was a bit of a pain was cutting out the back cover on the left hand side. The clutch lever was in the way. The black bars look real nice
Last edited by Graptor; 07-16-2016 at 01:34 PM.
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I swapped my handlebars also. For those who might be interested, this is what the underside cover looks like after the minor surgery to make it work with the clutch lever and cable. I found it pretty easy to do - 2 snips and a little dremel work to smooth it out - and for the most part, you would never know it's not a factory job. You lose 1 screw attachment point but it makes no difference.
I have thought about the Rivco floorboards and heel/toe shifter but haven't pulled the trigger on that mod yet. Instead, I opted for a comfort seat which did move me back and took the pressure off of my tailbone which resulted from the more upright position of the RT bars. In general I am very happy with the changes.
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2015 RS SM5, Navy F4 Fighter wrap
Passenger Backrest, RT Handlebars,
BRP Comfort Seat, Airhawk R cushion,
Garmin 660LM GPS, LidLox, Can-AM Top case
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The wife thinks I've lost my mind, little does she know I agree. Here's a shot at my arts and crafts work on that left hand cover
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The floorboards make a huge improvement, I would buy them again in a second. The setup I have now feels entirely relaxing. I'm completely upright with my legs positioned straight down. I'm also really used to the heal toe shifter now. Although getting it into second is a pain till you get it.
Originally Posted by GK72Cane
I swapped my handlebars also. For those who might be interested, this is what the underside cover looks like after the minor surgery to make it work with the clutch lever and cable. I found it pretty easy to do - 2 snips and a little dremel work to smooth it out - and for the most part, you would never know it's not a factory job. You lose 1 screw attachment point but it makes no difference.
I have thought about the Rivco floorboards and heel/toe shifter but haven't pulled the trigger on that mod yet. Instead, I opted for a comfort seat which did move me back and took the pressure off of my tailbone which resulted from the more upright position of the RT bars. In general I am very happy with the changes.
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Hi Graptor, GK72Cane & any one else who has done it
Between you, could you please give me a list of items I would need to get to put RT bars on my '08GS SM5. I am assuming that this '08GS is the same in the handlebar area as the RS & RSS models of later years.
Years of bars that will fit
Covers & pieces required in addition to the bars
Any other items needed (adapter for steering stem?)
Thanks in advance
oldgoat
2008 GS SM5, Full Moon Silver
2007 Piaggio MP3 - 250cc
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Im not sure how much help this is, I do know they sell risers for your bike, they didn't fit mine. I know that on a 2015 RS, the bars are all the same. I heard that back to 2013 that is the case. I followed the post in the how to forum. All I needed were the bars and the back covers.
Originally Posted by oldgoat
Hi Graptor, GK72Cane & any one else who has done it
Between you, could you please give me a list of items I would need to get to put RT bars on my '08GS SM5. I am assuming that this '08GS is the same in the handlebar area as the RS & RSS models of later years.
Years of bars that will fit
Covers & pieces required in addition to the bars
Any other items needed (adapter for steering stem?)
Thanks in advance
oldgoat
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I took it out for a nice ride with the new bars today. The steering is better for sure with the RT bars. Really happy with the look, fit and function. Here are some better pics
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Last edited by Graptor; 07-17-2016 at 07:55 PM.
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Originally Posted by Graptor
Im not sure how much help this is, I do know they sell risers for your bike, they didn't fit mine. I know that on a 2015 RS, the bars are all the same. I heard that back to 2013 that is the case. I followed the post in the how to forum. All I needed were the bars and the back covers.
Thanks.
2008 GS SM5, Full Moon Silver
2007 Piaggio MP3 - 250cc
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Can i use rt bars on 2010 rss, what is the part #
and where do i purchase it? Bill
Originally Posted by Graptor
It rides like a Big Wheel now, just love it. 😀 The only problem is the shifter is in the way of the cover on the left handlebar, I'm going to have to brush off my arts and craft skills and cut me some plastic. With the floorboards, heal toe shifter and the smooth Spyder back rest is more comfortable for sure.
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I'm not sure about compatibility of the bars, but they do make these to raise what you already have for that year.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/HELIBARS-HAN...VWup5y&vxp=mtr
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