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Shorter-reach bars

bigwhammy said:
All model f3 have the same lower steering column p/n 709401397.
Theoretically. Try ordering the p/n 709401680 black lift posts X 4 and the p/n 231103060 Srew socket m10 x130 mm. I would get these and try them as the cheapest quick fix not sure what colour they are could be yellow but black paint can fix that.
it appears that these may bring it closer by 90 mm. Not sure but you may need this also
p/n 709401775 black handle clamp assembly. I think this is just a minor upgrade to make the bars tighter or maybe does not have a pin.
Failing that.
Just a suggestion . . Take them to a competent fitter machinist to insert 50mm sleeves to each side.
the bars are hollow and nothing is in the middle. A good machinist and tig welder can do it. It would just necessitate getting them powder coated.
i have chrome short reach and they are really good. I found that having foot boards helped out as well, the cannonball seat also sits you a bit differently.
let us know how you go as their are a few people who would like this option also.
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ill look up the part nums when I have better bet access and see what you're meaning. But I don't understand about the sleeves idea.
 
PrairieSpyder said:
ill look up the part nums when I have better bet access and see what you're meaning. But I don't understand about the sleeves idea.
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Take your handle bar off, they then cut just after first bend. A sleeve is an insert machined at the same diameter as the bars with both ends machined down to go inside the bar.
they can then tig weld it to you bar after marking the parts to align properly.
they then can polish the joints and then powder coat paint it.
there is about 80 mm 3 inches in the first bend so the sleeve can go 1/2 that into the existing bar.
from memory the cables can be pulled out about 2 inches. They go through a wire clamp before coming out near the 4 bolts.
 
Seems complicated ....

I've only couple hundred miles on the F3S, but the bars are too tall for me and I'm 6'2". And, I've had many bikes. Several I've had to have risers added ... some, I've had a machinist make me some custom riser / pull back deals. All worked well.

I must say that the bars on the this bike will need some modification. But, you can't just rotate them down since they just ... JUST ... miss the tank as they are.

So, looks like you'll need some wider bars with more pull back ... a riser deal on the stem ... this should allow for a more lower position and more pull back as well. Making the bars closer to the rider and lower ... but, with a wider reach as well. I guess this would work. ??
 
Problem solved! :dg1:No more zombie arms.

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Brother installed Rox 2" risers last weekend. I've ridden to Hot Springs so far and they make a world of difference.

Now Joe can tell me "I told you so.":lecturef_smilie:
 
So is the Fly a passenger or just admiring the work??

So which risers did you get??
I see Rox but which ones specifically?
 
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That looks like a great solution. Can you send me more details or post here on what part you ordered, etc.? Congrats on finding a working solution!:yes::yes::yes:
 
PrairieSpyder said:
Problem solved! :dg1:No more zombie arms.

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Brother installed Rox 2" risers last weekend. I've ridden to Hot Springs so far and they make a world of difference.

Now Joe can tell me "I told you so.":lecturef_smilie:
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Just seen this! They look good, Patti. One thing!! You really need to remove that zip tie. Replace it with a wide soft rubber one
which is flexible/stretchy.
Why? With the constant movement of the bars you're very likely to get broken wires in the harness under the existing tie.
If it's the same on the other side then alter both sides. I had the problem on my BMW a while back and it can leave you stranded
miles from anywhere!
 
i have a new F3 and a brand new rider--I too notice some arm strain after only a short time. I was going to go to local dealer and sit and try out the short reach set up. Just for curiosity, how tall are you, I am about 5foot8"; so overall do you feel the bars are now how much closer to your seated torso? what is the cable that people are referencing here?

PrairieSpyder said:
Rox 2" Pivot Risers for 1 1/8" Handlebars. http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/rox-2-pivot-risers-for-1-18-handlebars


i think the fly just liked them.
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Petrom714 said:
i have a new F3 and a brand new rider--I too notice some arm strain after only a short time. I was going to go to local dealer and sit and try out the short reach set up. Just for curiosity, how tall are you, I am about 5foot8"; so overall do you feel the bars are now how much closer to your seated torso? what is the cable that people are referencing here?
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I'm 6'2" and we put the short reach on our bike and with the backest, you can lean back and get very comfy. Now I just need some relief for my butt. I think Can Am is wrong about advertising these bars for shorter people. To me the farther you have your arms stretched, the more fatigue.
 
bigwhammy said:
All model f3 have the same lower steering column p/n 709401397.
Theoretically. Try ordering the p/n 709401680 black lift posts X 4 and the p/n 231103060 Srew socket m10 x130 mm. I would get these and try them as the cheapest quick fix not sure what colour they are could be yellow but black paint can fix that.
it appears that these may bring it closer by 90 mm. Not sure but you may need this also
p/n 709401775 black handle clamp assembly. I think this is just a minor upgrade to make the bars tighter or maybe does not have a pin.
Failing that.
Just a suggestion . . Take them to a competent fitter machinist to insert 50mm sleeves to each side.
the bars are hollow and nothing is in the middle. A good machinist and tig welder can do it. It would just necessitate getting them powder coated.
i have chrome short reach and they are really good. I found that having foot boards helped out as well, the cannonball seat also sits you a bit differently.
let us know how you go as their are a few people who would like this option also.
Click to expand...
You mention CannonBall seat. Do you have one on your bike and how well do you like it.
 
PrairieSpyder said:
Problem solved! :dg1:No more zombie arms.

View attachment 139635

Brother installed Rox 2" risers last weekend. I've ridden to Hot Springs so far and they make a world of difference.

Now Joe can tell me "I told you so.":lecturef_smilie:
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Cool! :doorag:

Will he come over here next week end, and fix these diabolically designed shifter and brake pedals for me? :joke:
 
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