I would say that's pretty unlikely that you had handlebar risers on a '14 RT. On the 2010-2019 RTs, the only (2) handlebar options available were the stock bars or the Tri Axis bars. Because of the way they were mounted, you couldn't add a riser.
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I would say that's pretty unlikely that you had handlebar risers on a '14 RT. On the 2010-2019 RTs, the only (2) handlebar options available were the stock bars or the Tri Axis bars. Because of the way they were mounted, you couldn't add a riser.
Besides those 2 you mention, weren't there 'dog-bone risers' available that fitted on the ENDS of the black placcy covered bits of the RT handlebars, requiring a 'stub end' to be fitted so that you could attach the 'dog-bone' riser, then you attached the Handgrips to the upper end in a similar manner?? :dontknow:
I'm pretty sure that I can remember fitting at least a few sets to other RT's back about 7-10 years ago?!? There again....
fully agree with handlebar swap. it fixed the same issue I had with upper back discomfort. I also have a riders back rest to address lower back issues.
Besides those 2 you mention, weren't there 'dog-bone risers' available that fitted on the ENDS of the black placcy covered bits of the RT handlebars, requiring a 'stub end' to be fitted so that you could attach the 'dog-bone' riser, then you attached the Handgrips to the upper end in a similar manner?? :dontknow:
I'm pretty sure that I can remember fitting at least a few sets to other RT's back about 7-10 years ago?!? There again....
Only for the RS/GS. There's a good video about them on Pierre's site.
ButterSmooth
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I would be very cautious about any riser that's not absolutely solid and strong, for use on a Spyder. I'm constantly aware of the amount of force applied to the bars on my RT. It's not a motorcycle, where the pressures applied to the bars almost amount to suggestions and the geometry and two-wheel dynamics supply the required force. One of the joys of riding a motorcycle is the way it amplifies your inputs. Not so on the Spyder -- you have to forcefully turn the bars to change directions, with the DPS assisting and the steering geometry forces opposing. Even with the DPS, it takes a lot of force to turn a Spyder and I can feel the bars flex when turning. I wish the Spyder had the DPS of my Outlander, with settings for different amounts of assist. Then as you become a better rider, you could get more assist to make riding easier and more motorcycle like.
I would absolutely trust Lamonster's solid chunk of metal riser.
I would absolutely trust Lamonster's solid chunk of metal riser.
I don’t mean to hijack this post, but I still can’t figure out how to do an original post. I have a 2016 Spyder RTSE6. I’m 6’1”with a 34 inch inseam and I need help with my seat. The stock seat really hurts my lower back after about an hour ride. I need at least two more inches in the butt area so I can stretch out more. Can someone please recommend a seat that will help yet not cost an arm and a leg.
I too would try the larger sponge grips. It really help me soften my grip and also made the ride more comfortable. I would think ripping too hard would also affect your back between the shoulder blades. They are not expensive and very easy to install.
I too would try the larger sponge grips. It really help me soften my grip and also made the ride more comfortable. I would think ripping too hard would also affect your back between the shoulder blades. They are not expensive and very easy to install.
sledman
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I would try the BRP Comfort Seat. Some good deals in the forum classifieds.
If by 'do an original post' in your post that I've quoted above, you actually mean 'Start a New Thread', then all you need to do is to open the index page for the Forum section you want to start a new thread in (in this case, that'd be Spyder RT - Touring as per the address line just above the '+ Reply to Thread' button up the top left) and click on the RED '+ Post New Thread' Button near the top LEFT corner of the page, just above the first thread listing in the index. :thumbup:
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And it will still be seen by everyone in the other threads, not just the RT one. I went through this as a new user as well.
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