Author Topic: Anyone running drag bars? (Read 6224 times)

750K8 Kev · « **on:** July 12, 2010, 04:19:07 PM »

Is anyone running drag bars? and if so what size? I just got my drag bars on my bike and found out that I have no room for my master cylinder assembly. It looks as though I need them to be at least 31"-32" wide for my throttle to be able to sit flush at the bars edge. I am having a hard time finding 7/8 drag bars 32" wide.

I have a 78cb750k

Tintop · « **Reply #1 on:** July 12, 2010, 04:51:47 PM »

have a similar issue with my build. master's banjo is up against bar mount when everything is in place. throttle is right at end of bar. can solve by going to a more modern master (shorter).

if you find bars though please post a link, as I would prefer to use the old round style master.

Rich361 · « **Reply #2 on:** July 12, 2010, 05:32:28 PM »

Hi,

I know it's a long way but a guy in Nelson, New Zealand makes custom Handle Bars.

http://www.thehandlebarcompany.com/

It says on his website that he will make to your specifications....

He's making me a set at the moment for my Cb400f.

Not sure what international shipping will cost, but with NZ to US dollar it shouldn't be that bad.

Cheers

Rich

750K8 Kev · « **Reply #3 on:** July 12, 2010, 05:51:09 PM »

Thanks for the link. I think I'm gonna check out some local shops

Tintop · « **Reply #4 on:** July 12, 2010, 06:14:21 PM »

Quote from: robdrobd on July 12, 2010, 05:56:57 PM

I am running 28" drags, but haven't put on the master cylinder yet. Am I in trouble?

I am to the shop tomorrow to do some electrical prep, and talk to the painter about the tank. will take a picture of my bar, with all stock 550 controls.

Trav-i · « **Reply #5 on:** July 12, 2010, 06:27:37 PM »

After a very quick search here are some pics for you. Drag bars are doable, but take a bit of fancy engineering to make work. Here ya go.

NickC · « **Reply #6 on:** July 12, 2010, 06:36:18 PM »

On my 550, I shaved down the edge of the gauge bracket a bit and got good fitment in there.

OldSchool_IsCool · « **Reply #7 on:** July 12, 2010, 07:42:40 PM »

If any of y'all wana sell your stock bars, throw me a PM!

bradweingartner · « **Reply #8 on:** July 12, 2010, 09:25:26 PM »

A buddy of mine runs drag bars and I'm half-way through installing mine. I recall him having some issues with the master but don't recall what the specifics were. I'll let you know how mine turns out.

033A2 · « **Reply #9 on:** July 13, 2010, 04:17:07 AM »

I'm running 28" drags on mine. Had them drilled so I could run the wires internally. Everything fits, but it does take some effort, especially the master cylinder.

haill · « **Reply #10 on:** July 13, 2010, 04:26:45 AM »

why don't you cut two sections off your old bars your replacing and weld it to both ends? Grinding the welds smooth, giving you the length required. The grips will cover up the welds. Used this method and it works well.

KB02 · « **Reply #11 on:** July 13, 2010, 04:59:10 AM »

Quote from: 033A2 on July 13, 2010, 04:17:07 AM

I'm running 28" drags on mine. Had them drilled so I could run the wires internally. Everything fits, but it does take some effort, especially the master cylinder.

Not to thread hijack, but do you have any more pictures of your bike? Looks pretty cool.

033A2 · « **Reply #12 on:** July 13, 2010, 09:37:16 AM »

Thanks for the compliment. If no one else minds, here are a few more pics.
K.

Really? · « **Reply #13 on:** July 13, 2010, 10:02:56 AM »

Each time I see that bike I think it's Momma's Ride at first 033A2.

033A2 · « **Reply #14 on:** July 13, 2010, 11:32:11 AM »

Quote from: TipperT on July 13, 2010, 10:02:56 AM

Each time I see that bike I think it's Momma's Ride at first 033A2.

If you're referring to the bike I'm thinking of, they are somewhat similar. That ride is built more original than mine and is very nicely done. I think mine has a more "hot rod" feel to it for lack of a better description (just my opinion though).
K.

750K8 Kev · « **Reply #15 on:** July 13, 2010, 03:46:31 PM »

Quote from: 033A2 on July 13, 2010, 04:17:07 AM

I'm running 28" drags on mine. Had them drilled so I could run the wires internally. Everything fits, but it does take some effort, especially the master cylinder.

Did you raise the fork hight so the top bolts sit flush with the top of the triple tree or something? The fork top seems to be the main reason why the ms won't fit in there. I didn't want to start messing with my fork. Thanks for the pics, very nice bike.

033A2 · « **Reply #16 on:** July 13, 2010, 04:18:52 PM »

Quote from: 750K8 Kev on July 13, 2010, 03:46:31 PM

Quote from: 033A2 on July 13, 2010, 04:17:07 AM
I'm running 28" drags on mine. Had them drilled so I could run the wires internally. Everything fits, but it does take some effort, especially the master cylinder.

Did you raise the fork hight so the top bolts sit flush with the top of the triple tree or something? The fork top seems to be the main reason why the ms won't fit in there. I didn't want to start messing with my fork. Thanks for the pics, very nice bike.

The top of the fork tubes are flush with the top of the clamp. The fork nuts actually sit just above the clamp once screwed in. I'm running -2 fork tubes and -2 shocks to lower the bike, so everything fits pretty well. I can take some closer pics if needed. Just let me know.
K.

750K8 Kev · « **Reply #17 on:** July 13, 2010, 04:30:31 PM »

Some close pics would be great! So, does that mean you adjusted the forks then? pretty easy to do?

033A2 · « **Reply #18 on:** July 14, 2010, 07:20:17 AM »

As requested, some close-up pics. With the 2 inch shorter fork tubes, I was able to keep the top of the tubes level with the top of the clamp to get the lowered look I was after. There is room to lower the front just a bit more by pushing the tubes up through the clamps if needed. Hope these help.
K.

750K8 Kev · « **Reply #19 on:** July 14, 2010, 02:06:08 PM »

Thanks for taking the time to take and post the pics man! After checking out some lowering kits, getting some 32" bars made up at a local shop is more in my budget. If I had more money I would do it the way you did, I'm thinking a can get a bar made for less than $20.

SKTP · « **Reply #20 on:** July 14, 2010, 02:07:35 PM »

I had to use bar risers to make drag bars work on my 78K

750K8 Kev · « **Reply #21 on:** July 14, 2010, 03:05:27 PM »

Quote from: SKTP on July 14, 2010, 02:07:35 PM

I had to use bar risers to make drag bars work on my 78K

It's looks like I only need about an inch to clear the issue. thanks!

Found a 1" set for $76.95 in case anyone else has the same problem with their drags.
http://www.powersportsfx.com/sa/p/Universal_Risers_7_8_bar_style_handlebar_risers_-_1_up.htm

bradweingartner · « **Reply #22 on:** July 15, 2010, 12:19:07 PM »

I got my drags installed. I was prepared to use a riser but it was not necessary.

However, I have a home-made brake line setup so the banjo coming off the master makes an immediate 90 degree turn off the bolt. Clears everything just barely, but it works.

750K8 Kev · « **Reply #23 on:** July 19, 2010, 04:15:46 PM »

Quote from: bradweingartner on July 15, 2010, 12:19:07 PM

I got my drags installed. I was prepared to use a riser but it was not necessary.

However, I have a home-made brake line setup so the banjo coming off the master makes an immediate 90 degree turn off the bolt. Clears everything just barely, but it works.

The 1" risers worked out perfect! and they really clean the look up too. The MC bolt sits against the right riser a little, but it fit's like a glove. I'm glad to hear you got yours figured out too.

OldSchool_IsCool · « **Reply #24 on:** July 19, 2010, 05:57:01 PM »

Got a pic of the bars on the riser?

750K8 Kev · « **Reply #25 on:** July 19, 2010, 07:07:35 PM »

Quote from: OldSchool_IsCool on July 19, 2010, 05:57:01 PM

Got a pic of the bars on the riser?

sure. If I don't get one up tonight, I'll do it tomorrow.

750K8 Kev · « **Reply #26 on:** July 19, 2010, 07:37:20 PM »

Quote from: OldSchool_IsCool on July 19, 2010, 05:57:01 PM

Got a pic of the bars on the riser?

Cell pic. I have to get a new usb cable for my camera. You can see how close the MC bolt is to the clamp, but it's just right. These are 28" bars with around a 3.45 pullback. The 1" in hight is barely noticable and they look great. Pretty high quality product, but a bit pricy for what they are. Proved to be a perfect solution for adding drag bars and allow your MC fitting to clear the fork top.

b82ta · « **Reply #27 on:** July 19, 2010, 07:54:16 PM »

The bars I currently run on my bike are roughly 28 inches and the master fits quite well thanks to an imo perfect pullback. My old bars had a lesser pullback and I've always had issues with the master cylinder contacting the clamp. The bars are off of an 06 FZ1, available new from Yamaha for like $45 if I remember correctly....

Let me know if you want more photos, or info

Adam

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