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Installing new handlebars...Any Tips ?
- AzKZ650
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My only real concern is my old bars had the wires run internally and the drag bars don't have a opening in the center section, do I just drill one ?
As always any tips or advice you guys can offer would be Greatly Appreciated.
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Brian
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The alternative is to make a cut out in the switches and not run the wires through the bars but externally. This is what I did.
You will also need to confirm you have enough clearance for the brake hose off the master cylinder as it will often hit up against the tach.
Oh as well the swiches have a post that goes into a hole on the bars to help to keep them from rotating on the bars. Again a hole will need to be drilled or the posts removed.
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Is there any chance you could show me a picture of how you did the cut-out and routed your wires ?
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Thanks rstnick,
Is there any chance you could show me a picture of how you did the cut-out and routed your wires ?
Thank You,
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I doubt he can, cause he said that's not what he did.
It's much easier not to run them through the bars.
Personally I don't run mine through the bars either. I turn lock to lock and use zip ties to retain them outside the bike so they are somewhat cleaner and more organized. Saves a MAJOR headache.
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Just something to maybe check when you get them on.
Kawasaki Motorcycles...because cars lean th wrong way!
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I just did the EXACT same thing with my dremel and a carbide tip last night.
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Thanks! I'll let you know how it turns out.
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