BajaRon Sway bar

[LV2RYDE]

I just got my ST L, 2014.
many advised me to install the sway bar. Is that good idea to do??

 

[Chupaca]

Here's the thing..!!

I would ryde your roadster for a while and see how it works for you. The BajaRon bar does make a big difference in handling if you are an agressive ryder. Also helps in other instances if they occur with your machine. Once you are comfortable with your handling you will know if you want to get one.

Congrats on your new ryde..you need to introduce us..:nopic:

 

[LV2RYDE]

I'll post a picture soon

I would ryde your roadster for a while and see how it works for you. The BajaRon bar does make a big difference in handling if you are an agressive ryder. Also helps in other instances if they occur with your machine. Once you are comfortable with your handling you will know if you want to get one.

Congrats on your new ryde..you need to introduce us..:nopic:

It us Cognac color, pretty. On the highway, and between big wheelers, it is not fun, and also 2 days ago it was too windy, that I have to hold it tight.. Does that makes sense???

 

[BajaRon]

The ST, as well as the RS, have very weak sway bars. The RSS has a slightly better sway bar.

The Fox shocks that come on the RSS are also a big improvement over the shocks BRP puts on the RS and ST models.

 

[LV2RYDE]

How to order it

The ST, as well as the RS, have very weak sway bars. The RSS has a slightly better sway bar.

The Fox shocks that come on the RSS are also a big improvement over the shocks BRP puts on the RS and ST models.

How and from where to order it? Is it specific for each model??? Do I need to specify the model?

 

[BajaRon]

It us Cognac color, pretty. On the highway, and between big wheelers, it is not fun, and also 2 days ago it was too windy, that I have to hold it tight.. Does that makes sense???

All pretty typical. Several things can be contributing to this. If you upgrade the sway bar it will help a great deal. If you upgrade the shocks you will get an additional benefit. You'll find that your Spyder goes where you want it to go, it won't get pushed around in cross winds or buffeting when passing large trucks, and you won't have to go into white knuckle mode.

Other things that can contribute is front end out of alignment (very common). Depending to what degree and in what direction the misalignment is. Getting a laser alignment is highly recommended. Most will not charge you for this if your alignment is within spec. The other possible contributor is the rider and how much, or the lack of relaxing while riding. As you tighten your grip, stiffen your wrists, forearms and shoulders, you unintentionally transmit unwanted movement to the handlebars which results in direction changes that you do not want.

How and from where to order it? Is it specific for each model??? Do I need to specify the model?

You can email me at [email protected]

The BajaRon sway bars are model specific. Each model series (ST, RT, etc.) needs a different sway bar to match the machine.

 

[LV2RYDE]

Perfectly correct

You are perfectly correct about my stiffness, holding the steering tight, etc. ( this is my second week on my bike). I'll try to relax and trust myself and the bike. All what I felt was when my speed is above 70+ mph.

 

[SpyderAnn01]

I finally got mine installed today. :yes:No more roll in the turns. Should get a good test out in the wind on my way to Spyderfest.

 

[Chupaca]

Thats why..!!

It us Cognac color, pretty. On the highway, and between big wheelers, it is not fun, and also 2 days ago it was too windy, that I have to hold it tight.. Does that makes sense???

I mentioned you should get used to your roadster. Many have these feelings your having because their first instinct is hang on tight. These machines track well and a tight grip with slight movements activate the DPS(dynamic power steering) causing these movements while driving. After I learned to relax I found the machine was fine and got blown about a bit. After this I got faster and found I could not corner and ryde the hill as well as I wanted to and then got the sway bar. I later added other handling items. Now again if you go to the sway bar do get the hiem joints as well. You can skip the learning steps and get the bar and joints installed they will make a big difference...:thumbup:

 

[cptjam]

Install

I finally got mine installed today. :yes:No more roll in the turns. Should get a good test out in the wind on my way to Spyderfest.

Pretty easy to install. No bloody knuckles! Requires a high lift jack, but, no mystery or fancy tools. Get the Heim joints! Fantastic upgrade to the sway bar and much stronger. Stronger is safer. Safer is good. After Rich had an accident with stock Heim joints, I have been concerned. I feel better about Ron's Heim joints than the OEM plastic ones. If Ann can't break them, they can't be broken! Thanks, Ron, for a quality product!

 

[oldguyinTX]

The ST, as well as the RS, have very weak sway bars. The RSS has a slightly better sway bar.

The Fox shocks that come on the RSS are also a big improvement over the shocks BRP puts on the RS and ST models.

Will you by any chance be at SpydeQuest in Lake George NY in September, and if so will you be installing your Sway Bar and Heim Joints? I have a 2013 RT Ltd.

Thanks

 

[Jim&Teresa]

Link and comments on my install with a few pics...FYI.

Installed the BajaRon anti-sway bar a little over a month ago. All I can say is "wow" does my 2014 RT L handle GREAT! Love taking corners...really smooth and grabs the road. I had also installed one on my 2012 RT L and I think the 2014 handles even better!

You can read some of the comments...key is to be safe when raising your bike and you only need the height when removing the old bar and replacing it with the new bar. All other work can be done at a lower height.

The ramps/stands gets the bike up to about 18" clearance of the frame to the ground (after using the jack to get it there). I did all the work with it on these ramps at that level EXCEPT to remove old bar and put new bar in. At that point of removing the old bar (all prep done), I used my motorcycle jack to lift it approx. another 2 inches to clear taking the old bar out and the new bar in -- this took all of about 30 seconds...after that, I lowered it back down on those ramps to make it very stable/safe.

Short answer -- about 20-21 inches from frame to floor to remove bar and replace with new bar. :thumbup:

BTW: Ron's instructions were excellent! :thumbup:

http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/showthread.php?64799-One-more-farkle-completed!-Bajaron-Sway-Bar-Install&referrerid=12858

My farkles on the 2014 RT L (so far - lol):
HMT 3rd Brake Light w/ Dual Converter
Helmet Guardian dual locks
LED's on mirrors
SENA Bluetooth
Driver's seat backrest
BajaRon's High Performance Sway Bar
BajaRon's Heim Joint Links
Bumpskid
Netting in all compartments
SPY 5000m Alarm
FIAMM 72112 Freeway Blaster Horn
Smoothspyder Drive Belt Tensioner
NBV Highway Brackets with Widow Pegs

 

[BajaRon]

You are perfectly correct about my stiffness, holding the steering tight, etc. ( this is my second week on my bike). I'll try to relax and trust myself and the bike. All what I felt was when my speed is above 70+ mph.

You can trust your Spyder. It feels like it is moving more than it is. Some of the reason people stiffen up is not so much that the Spyder is actually all over the road, (which it is not), but because the Spyder is moving, seemingly with a mind of its own. But, at least in part, this unwanted movement is due to unintentional rider input. The natural response is to stiffen up with a death grip, white knuckle approach, trying to lock the handlebars in a stationary position.

This wears the driver out, creates frustration because you feel you do not have control over the vehicle and discouragement because the problem seems insurmountable. Now we have the classic vicious circle.

You have to do EXACTLY the opposite of what your brain is telling you to do. You must consciously work on relaxing. Start with your fingers. Think wet noodle. Be reasonable, but relax your fingers to just enough pressure to maintain a comfortable grip. Remember, on a long trip you will need to go many hours. Pay attention to your hands, are they getting tired? Do you have to pry your hands off the grips after a ride? Way Too Stiff!

Then relax your wrists. Once your fingers and wrists are relaxed go for the forearm, then your shoulders. It helps to be enjoying your ride, (which is impossible if you have anxiety). This is more mental than physical. Once you get your brain on board, your body will follow.

Be sure to ride safe and pay attention to your surroundings as you mentally work on relaxing. You'll need to do both, of course.

I had to go through this process. I did it because I refused to let this upstart machine get the best of me. But I can tell you, it was well worth the effort!

Good luck! Don't give up! You'll get the mastery over your Spyder and you will then be amazed that you had a problem in the 1st place.

 

[Dan_Ashley]

The sway bar is the absolutely best add on I've done. I think it is as important to me as the tachometer...and way more important than the radio.

 

[SpyderAnn01]

Will you by any chance be at SpydeQuest in Lake George NY in September, and if so will you be installing your Sway Bar and Heim Joints? I have a 2013 RT Ltd.

Thanks

I think that Spyderpops will be there and he installs Ron's bars

 

[govner]

Today was a gorgeous day but due to my dryer tearing up I didn't get the road trip I had planned but did get in a couple of hours riding time. Scenic route one way interstate back. By the time I got home I was thinking of callin the swaybar guys. I have a 13 st-s and the wind from traffic seemed like it was beating the bike all over the place.

 

[JacqueTanis]

I just got my ST L, 2014.
many advised me to install the sway bar. Is that good idea to do??

I sure am happy with the BajaRon bar. Made such a difference in the corners (I'm NOT an aggressive rider ... but the biggest difference I noticed was in the wind, gusts Anne pains Semi's. WOW, worth every penny ...

 

[fulltimer]

Little different concern

I was driven FROM a GL1800 TO the '13 ST by the smooth ride. Arthritis in the hands. Does the sway bar stiffin the incredibly smooth front end ride of the ST? I would like to stiffin the sway in the corners but not if it stiffens the ride.

 

[Benggolf]

I was driven FROM a GL1800 TO the '13 ST by the smooth ride. Arthritis in the hands. Does the sway bar stiffin the incredibly smooth front end ride of the ST? I would like to stiffin the sway in the corners but not if it stiffens the ride.

Installing the Bajaron sway bar alone should not significantly stiffen the ride. Adding on the adjustable Fox shocks will.
To save on labor cost, I had both done simultaneously, so I cannot tell you exactly how much the difference in ride quality
each mod will make over OEM set up. The bike actually rides better now over rough and uneven roads.

The bike now handles so much better and directional stability is superb. I am very satiafied with the Bajaron bar.

 

[LV2RYDE]

It worked

You can trust your Spyder. It feels like it is moving more than it is. Some of the reason people stiffen up is not so much that the Spyder is actually all over the road, (which it is not), but because the Spyder is moving, seemingly with a mind of its own. But, at least in part, this unwanted movement is due to unintentional rider input. The natural response is to stiffen up with a death grip, white knuckle approach, trying to lock the handlebars in a stationary position.

This wears the driver out, creates frustration because you feel you do not have control over the vehicle and discouragement because the problem seems insurmountable. Now we have the classic vicious circle.

You have to do EXACTLY the opposite of what your brain is telling you to do. You must consciously work on relaxing. Start with your fingers. Think wet noodle. Be reasonable, but relax your fingers to just enough pressure to maintain a comfortable grip. Remember, on a long trip you will need to go many hours. Pay attention to your hands, are they getting tired? Do you have to pry your hands off the grips after a ride? Way Too Stiff!

Then relax your wrists. Once your fingers and wrists are relaxed go for the forearm, then your shoulders. It helps to be enjoying your ride, (which is impossible if you have anxiety). This is more mental than physical. Once you get your brain on board, your body will follow.

Be sure to ride safe and pay attention to your surroundings as you mentally work on relaxing. You'll need to do both, of course.

I had to go through this process. I did it because I refused to let this upstart machine get the best of me. But I can tell you, it was well worth the effort!

Good luck! Don't give up! You'll get the mastery over your Spyder and you will then be amazed that you had a problem in the 1st place.

Ron, I did and followed your advices. I completed 260+ miles last weekend, twisty hilly roads with 12 other bikes. The secret word " relax and enjoy"
i practiced almost all what you mentioned. What a difference. Not there yet but close .
truly appreciate your support and encouragement. I'll check the cost of installing Sway bar while having 600+ miles service tomorrow.
Again, thanks to you and all support from other spyder lovers