Finally finished installing H&R Performance Swaybar & Wilbers Longer Shocks

[KW1M]

Finally finished the install of the H&R swaybar (configured for Sport) and the Wilbers longer shocks.

Install of the shocks.

Sourced from MartinTheVlogger shop in Europe in Nightline (All black) - https://www.martinthevlogger.com/product-page/spyder-rt-20-present-wilbers-front-shocks-road-630​

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Used Harbor Freight lift (https://www.harborfreight.com/1500-lb-aluminum-atv-motorcycle-lift-63397.html) for installing shocks - only need to clear space under tires - worked really well.​

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Surprisingly easy install and made a big difference in handling.​

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Install of swaybar.

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Also sourced from MartinTheVlogger; H&R Performance Swaybar - https://www.martinthevlogger.com/product-page/heavy-duty-pro-rt-sway-bar-made-in-germany-by-h-r​

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Used a set of car ramps from Amazon with built in bottle jacks - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFXZTMJJ?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details​

Had to use a block to raise front end further to get enough clearance to replace bar - little contraption - 2 of 4 x 6" blocks screwed together (used to keep ramp from sliding side to side) and then a joist piece to prevent ramp from sliding forward. And to be safe, cut a piece of old yoga mat for under the block to keep the assembly in place.​

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Ride review.

Wow... amazing difference - the bike now feels planted. Much improved handling, more confidence in higher speed turns.

Side benefit - garage setup all done for future work, oil changes, etc.

 

[Slowpoke]

Hi, live in the lakes region of NH. How much better is the ride when riding 2up? Thanks

 

[Ages]

Which holes did you use, the "Comfort" holes or the "Pro" holes? Did you have the BajaRon Swaybar on your 2015? What's the biggest difference you feel between stock vs HR? If you don't mind me asking, what was the price of the HR Swaybar? I just ordered a BajaRon from Lamonster Garage, I may upgrade later to the HR. I'll run the BajaRon for a while first though. Nice setup on your lift. Can you post a link to those ramps?

 

[KW1M]

Somehow missed these - sorry. I'm waiting for the weather to warm up!

I had the BajaRon on my new to me 2015 (came with it). The HR and Shocks together made me feel a lot better on the 2024. The HR are on MartinTheVlogger's site:

https://www.martinthevlogger.com/product-page/heavy-duty-pro-rt-sway-bar-made-in-germany-by-h-r)

roughly $500. I opted for center hole between comfort and pro. Haven't felt the need to switch it up higher yet.

Shocks are the longer Wilburs (I'm "big boned"!) in black - looks really nice. The extra height felt good for me since I'm hauling more tonnage:

https://www.martinthevlogger.com/product-page/spyder-rt-20-present-wilbers-front-shocks-road-630

I typically don't ride 2-up anymore - just me or some small luggage for a road trip.

And since we're there, I just installed the PedalBox Pro (waiting for snow to melt to try it!)

https://www.martinthevlogger.com/pr...response-unit-1330-rotax-engines-2024-present

Drop MartinTheLogger an email - he's a tremendous resource and happy to help.

Good Luck!
Martin

PS: And if you're in NH area, you're welcome to take mine for a spin to feel it.