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Best 4-inch risers
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RoadHammer
New member
not difficult to install at all.
I like the 4 inchers from ESI http://www.esicycleproducts.com/ It makes a night and day difference. With risers you can ride all day and even more if need be.
Also there is kewlmetals riser bars. www.kewlmetal.com I have never tried them but those that have them like them.
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I like the 4 inchers from ESI http://www.esicycleproducts.com/ It makes a night and day difference. With risers you can ride all day and even more if need be.
Also there is kewlmetals riser bars. www.kewlmetal.com I have never tried them but those that have them like them.
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I got the 3 inch from ESI Makes a world of difference, In retrospect i probably should have gone with the 4 inch. Very easy to install.
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BillGargan
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I love the HeliBar riser that I had installed.
I think others may work too. Some look a bit like an erector set approach but have more flexiibility. Some, like the HeliBar are closer to the stock look but don't have the adjustability others have.
If I had a do-over I would still do the HeliBar.
I think others may work too. Some look a bit like an erector set approach but have more flexiibility. Some, like the HeliBar are closer to the stock look but don't have the adjustability others have.
If I had a do-over I would still do the HeliBar.
bone crusher
Alignment Specialist
I have the 1" riser with the 3" ESI riser on top...so, effectively, I have a 4" riser...I don't think you can go wrong with anything that Evan/ESI offers. Great stuff.
As far as kewlmetal goes, I have one of their mods on my bike and I have the foot pegs, but I haven't gotten to them yet...they are a good company too...
dryheat
New member
yes, it is. However you can dry-fit them together before you cut to get an idea what they will be like... and change your mind. (but you won't!). Either company (ESI or Kewlmetal) is great. Kewlmetal does have a new version out that seem to be more adjustable, and the video on their site looks pretty "kewl". Haven't seen feedback from anyone who has tried them though.
Thanks! 4-inch risers are the largest size; right? These are for a super-short rider.
SpyderGirl
New member
I have a SM5 with the 1" BRP riser and the 4" ESI risers and it's great (I got lucky).
Now if you have the 1" riser installed they do recommend that you go with no more than a 3" riser, but not sure if that holds true with the SE5 or not.
You could also go with Kewlmetal for more of a pull back or the Helibars if you want to retain your center console.
Now if you have the 1" riser installed they do recommend that you go with no more than a 3" riser, but not sure if that holds true with the SE5 or not.
You could also go with Kewlmetal for more of a pull back or the Helibars if you want to retain your center console.
draboo
New member
I m 6 ft tall and use the 4 in ESI risers. I used to get sore wrists and my hands would go numb in about 30 minutes of riding,plus a pain between the shoulder blades. These problems were eliminated with the use of the risers.
I m speculating on the price, but if you want to put a set of stock,uncut handlebars back on, the price of them is not too outrageous, like $40..??
I have installed both the risers in ? . Both get the job done, but the new one by Kewlmetal, has 3 ways of adjustment. This alone makes them much better, plus if you use them as a more of a pull-back system, then they accept the addition of the ISCI hand brake system w/out any modification.
Having installed both, I wish the Kewlmetals had been availible when I went to do that part of modification to my wifes :spyder2:.
If you need more info just PM me. Gene
Having installed both, I wish the Kewlmetals had been availible when I went to do that part of modification to my wifes :spyder2:.
If you need more info just PM me. Gene
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dltang
Very Handy Member
Check out this thread,http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?t=13130&highlight=kewlmetal Joan worked with Kewlmetal to get things just right for her as she is only 5'2" I believe. I think they finally got what she was looking for.
I love my ESI 3 inch risers with the BRP 1 inch riser. I have them pulled back a bit and that makes for a more comfortable rider for me and I got to keep my stock look. Just personal preference I suppose and of course comfort.
mxz600
Free Thinking Member
Kewlmetal's new soon to be released (if not already) risers.
Product link:
http://www.kewlmetalstore.com/product_info.php?cPath=5&products_id=456
Video:
http://www.kewlmetal.com/
Product link:
http://www.kewlmetalstore.com/product_info.php?cPath=5&products_id=456
Video:
http://www.kewlmetal.com/
dltang
Very Handy Member
Yes, my ESI risers completely eliminated my shoulder pain. For neck pain I ended up going with a Carbon Fiber helmet from HJC, so much lighter than my old helmet and made a heck of a difference. After replacing my seat with a Russell Day-Long, no more back or butt pain either. So, you will have to look at a lot of factors. The shoulder pain kind of a burning sensation between the shoulder blades and the shoulders themselves though was taken care of with my risers. Hope this information is helpful to you. I am sure the Kewlmetal risers will accomplish the same goal.
C3517C
Member
Thanks, that helps alot and and improves my outlook. I rode 250 miles yesterday, which is long for me. My neck/upper back pinched so bad I was about ready to start walking. I know my helmet is a problem also. It's a high quality full face helmet, but it is pretty darn heavy. I think I'm going to start looking for something as light as possible that still offers reasonable protection. I also have already bought new risers (not installed yet), and then found out about the new adjustable ones 
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bone crusher
Alignment Specialist
I can tell you from the perspective of being a sports med. doctor that being more upright is far better for shoulder biomechanics and for your c-spine.
dltang
Very Handy Member
Thanks, that helps alot and and improves my outlook. I rode 250 miles yesterday, which is long for me. My neck/upper back pinched so bad I was about ready to start walking. I know my helmet is a problem also. It's a high quality full face helmet, but it is pretty darn heavy. I think I'm going to start looking for something as light as possible that still offers reasonable protection. I also have already bought new risers (not installed yet), and then found out about the new adjustable ones
Don't be mad if you bought the ESI risers. Even though they may not have the adjustability of the new Kewlmetal ones, they are still an excellent riser. You do have some adjustability with them, as I have mine more pulled back and my husband has his more upright. They are an excellent product. You will find the handling of your spyder to be better all around and I am sure you will notice a difference in the pain in your upper back.
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