Just installed my NMN 3 inch risers this week.....Wow best pain relief yet for stressed right shoulder!Plus the ride is fantastic...comfort plus handling control.....TOPS!Having been a hardcore biker and ATV enthusiast and instructor I can really rate these risers as an add on that is well worth the price.....which is reasonable too IMO.Thanks NMN !!:thumbup:
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Shoulder Ache.....GONE!!
- Thread starter Buelldog
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I sat on a Spyder with 4" risers and they felt good, but my question is does it take away from the ability to really get down low over the bars and lean out when riding the turns hard?
I want a set, but don't want to affect my aggressive riding style.
bone crusher
Alignment Specialist
I have the 1" riser and am 6'1"...I sit upright but when I hit a highway exit that's rather curvy at 35 mph, I can't imagine not dropping down and leaning into it to help maintain stability...if was another 3 or 4 inches upright, I'd have to slow down significantly more...
tatt2r
PhotoShop Master
1200 Miles in one day???? that would be like me driving almost to florida ....:yikes: you give me strength to drive to florida to see my kids .... last time i took the h2 and i was beat when i got there....
dltang
Very Handy Member
Sleepman,
If anything, I think you can drive more aggressive with these bars. The handling is better and more reactive. When you drop down in your turns, you are dropping your body down, regardless of where your hands and arms are. You can still do that and maintain control, even more control with these risers. For me, it wasn't just a matter of being higher, but angles back more toward my body. I think it was patches that said he wanted his angled more away from his body. That is what is so nice about these, you position them for your riding needs. But if your worry is not being able to ride so aggressively, have no worries. You can put these risers on and hit it hard.
Lamonster
SpyderLovers Founder
I push the Spyder to the limits just about every time I take it out. I have more than a few witnesses on that one. If anything the risers help not hurt a aggressive riding style.:thumbup:
Lamonster
SpyderLovers Founder
Go for it Bro, it's only a days ride. :2thumbs:
Any concerns with more buffeting sitting more upright. I don't really want to go to a higher shield than the sport touring from BRP.
Lamonster
SpyderLovers Founder
bone crusher
Alignment Specialist
No question riding comfort is of the utmost importance...not worth it to ride if it makes you sore!
With that being said, the higher up you are, the higher the center of gravity and the less stability...the reason the Ford Explorers were tipping over wasn't all due to the tires, it was people were driving too fast and loading up their SUVs, thus raising the center of gravity...making them more unstable.
If you watch cycle racing (I'm sure all of us have at one time or another), getting closer to the ground (in their case touching it), has its advantages...
On the Spyder, it's true we have three wheels and the seat position doesn't change height, but the body position makes it harder to hold onto the handlebars while leaning down and to the side...as you lean, you change the center of gravity of the bike (and you on it)...this will affect the bike function.
The bike was made so you don't have to lean...true...but on tight turns, it does help...it's not just psychological...I've tried sitting upright and taking exits fast...bike unstable...better to move with the bike as opposed to sitting upright...
With that being said, the higher up you are, the higher the center of gravity and the less stability...the reason the Ford Explorers were tipping over wasn't all due to the tires, it was people were driving too fast and loading up their SUVs, thus raising the center of gravity...making them more unstable.
If you watch cycle racing (I'm sure all of us have at one time or another), getting closer to the ground (in their case touching it), has its advantages...
On the Spyder, it's true we have three wheels and the seat position doesn't change height, but the body position makes it harder to hold onto the handlebars while leaning down and to the side...as you lean, you change the center of gravity of the bike (and you on it)...this will affect the bike function.
The bike was made so you don't have to lean...true...but on tight turns, it does help...it's not just psychological...I've tried sitting upright and taking exits fast...bike unstable...better to move with the bike as opposed to sitting upright...
Greg H.
New member
It's nice to have options. I'm 6'4". The 1" Riser works perfect for me. The fit is good. It's all in what makes you comfortable. I love the riding position as it is with the 1" Riser. And, I am very comfortable. But, then again; I have always liked more the sport bike stance, I suppose. And, I'm 54 years old. 
Higher risers, and pullbacks are great options if that's what fits you best. :thumbup:
Higher risers, and pullbacks are great options if that's what fits you best. :thumbup:
bone crusher
Alignment Specialist
6'4" is a great height! You don't walk into a room...you enter it! I'm 6'1" but always thought a tad bit more would be nice...plus, it helps at the volleyball net a little!
Magic Man
Registered User
We rode all over the Black Hills with Lamonster at Sturgis.
I have to tell you I have never seen anybody ride a Spyder that hard into turns period! :shocked:
Nodody, nowhere! :bowdown:
Now for the really CRAZY part! He does all this pulling a trailer! :yikes:
This was all was done while using 4 inch risers on his Spyder to boot! :clap:
If anybody thinks they ride the Spyder hard, just follow Lmonster around for an afternoon! That is if you can keep him in your sights to follow. LOL! :thumbup:
MM
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Push Pull
No matter how you disect it steering any trike with a handlebar is a push pull technique.The Spyder's stock riding position is Sportbike style unless you really have long arms.When you are leaning forward your arms and shoulders are somewhat locked with the push pull movement coming basically from your shoulders.With the risers in place you will find your arms and shoulders are now involved and things really feel right on!!Yes I am still rider active and placing myself in the pocket with the turn when waxing the twisties.The other Horse in my stable is a Buell xb12s.....I do have an appetite for sweeping corners and my Spyder with the 3 inch risers(plus I already had the BRP 1" riser) is pretty much in the same league.....for me the risers just added to the fun, comfort and correct execution of the push pull technique:2thumbs:
No matter how you disect it steering any trike with a handlebar is a push pull technique.The Spyder's stock riding position is Sportbike style unless you really have long arms.When you are leaning forward your arms and shoulders are somewhat locked with the push pull movement coming basically from your shoulders.With the risers in place you will find your arms and shoulders are now involved and things really feel right on!!Yes I am still rider active and placing myself in the pocket with the turn when waxing the twisties.The other Horse in my stable is a Buell xb12s.....I do have an appetite for sweeping corners and my Spyder with the 3 inch risers(plus I already had the BRP 1" riser) is pretty much in the same league.....for me the risers just added to the fun, comfort and correct execution of the push pull technique:2thumbs:
bone crusher
Alignment Specialist
One thing is for sure no matter what you do with risers...
The bike is a heck of a lot of fun to ride! :yes:
The bike is a heck of a lot of fun to ride! :yes:
just the opposite before the risers felt like being thrown over the bars when riding hard in turns. now with riser's can ride in turns MUCH HARDER and faster and being bars are up more you dont fell like your being puhed over bars and so much more comfortable . NMN did a great job on these
pphantom538
New member
The risers are great. Works well, reduces shoulder starin and the bike turns easier as a result of the more upright position. Great product.
