Tall risers for tall riders

[Topgear]

I'm 6'4" and really have to hunch over with the stock bar and riser combo. I rotated the bars up and that did help some, but nowhere near enough. I stood on another riders GS1150 this past weekend and he had 3" risers and it felt perfect. Anyone running the Rox 3.5" risers (or something else similar)? Does Jaxon's long line kit work with risers that tall? Here's the risers I'm looking at:

http://roxspeedfx.com/product/3-half-in-elite-series-pivoting-handlebar-risers.htm

 

[Don in Lodi]

I'm 6'4" and really have to hunch over with the stock bar and riser combo. I rotated the bars up and that did help some, but nowhere near enough. I stood on another riders GS1150 this past weekend and he had 3" risers and it felt perfect. Anyone running the Rox 3.5" risers (or something else similar)? Does Jaxon's long line kit work with risers that tall? Here's the risers I'm looking at:

roxspeedfx.com/product/3-half-in-elite-series-pivoting-handlebar-risers.htm

I'm using the two inch with snug stock lines. Never tight, just snug at full lock. Extended lines and 3.5" would be awesome. Our set up is 1-1/8" times two. I wonder if the reducer for the bars can be used as an expander down at the clamps... hmmm. That or a different bend on the bars.

 

[Topgear]

I see what you mean about the spacers. I don't see any reason why the reducers couldn't be pulled out and used in the stock riser clamp. It would be nice if someone could confirm that it will work.

 

[troll]

reducers can be used up or down, space is space. I have used the reducers in both places when needed. ::008::

 

[Don in Lodi]

If you're comparing the Tenere to the XS650, you do in fact have to lean over more of course, but most guys who have ridden high miles on motorcycles would agree a slight forward lean takes the weight off your rear that is there while sitting bolt upright, and while riding is a more natural position on the highway. There is no reason a guy 6'4" needs risers except by not knowing any better. Have you ridden much on the Tenere yet? Give it a try hunched over a bit. Of course something different is always a time to get used to.
Back in the old days when I started riding, back in the early 70s, pretty much every bike had bars pretty high and that was the first thing most changed to low bars for better long range comfort. Of course some guys went for bars higher than stock, but these were always the bikes you'd see for sale 10yrs later with 6000 miles on them. Guys that rode did not use high bars.

Even with knees properly flexed, how far over the shield do you lean when standing on the pegs Ron? That was my goal, to not look straight down on that knife edge while the bike is buckin' and snortin' under me when climbing a trail.

 

[Topgear]

If you're comparing the Tenere to the XS650, you do in fact have to lean over more of course, but most guys who have ridden high miles on motorcycles would agree a slight forward lean takes the weight off your rear that is there while sitting bolt upright, and while riding is a more natural position on the highway. There is no reason a guy 6'4" needs risers except by not knowing any better. Have you ridden much on the Tenere yet? Give it a try hunched over a bit. Of course something different is always a time to get used to.
Back in the old days when I started riding, back in the early 70s, pretty much every bike had bars pretty high and that was the first thing most changed to low bars for better long range comfort. Of course some guys went for bars higher than stock, but these were always the bikes you'd see for sale 10yrs later with 6000 miles on them. Guys that rode did not use high bars.

Ron,
I'm referring to standing while on the bike, not sitting. I have no problem with the stock risers in the seated position. I've done 750+ miles days, in fact and have over 5,000 miles on the bike so far (and purchased last September). I'm looking for a riser setup that I can set to a near stock position when I'm doing normal riding, and then rotate them upward when I'm doing a lot of off-road riding that would require standing (and not hunched over).

 

[Tallgears]

Topgear - I'm in your boat. Here's what I did to correct the problem. I'm 6'5" with a 38" inseam.

1- I've got Jaxon's long lines - In my opinion.... they are a requirement for the type of increase we are talking.
2- I bought 2" rox risers.
3- I bought an ATV High bar by Protaper in the 1 and 1/8th size. I've been down several times and have no bar bend . There are a couple differences from the stock bars with this ATV high that I really like. If you read up online you can get exact specs, but in simple terms, the pullback angle towards the rider is less so there is less wrist bend. And the bars themselves are taller - they have more rise and height. I had this exact same setup on the XR650 and it was significantly better - but on the Tenere it is perfect.

http://www.protaper.com/products/handlebars/contour

That link shows you the page that will explain that differences between all the bar specs. I would highly recommend replacing the bars AND getting Rox risers to solve the problem. The new handlebar setup is significantly better for standing up - on top of the fact that it is taller.

Jaxon can get all the bars too btw-- so if you plan on ordering the cables from him, he can probably get you hooked up with the bars as well.

 

[Topgear]

Thanks, Tallgear! I figured that Jaxon's long lines would be required. He even said he can get them in custom lengths if necessary. I'd definitely like something with a little less wrist angle, so those bars may be the ticket. Website shows $75, is that about the price for all the bars?

 

[jc450]

Topgear - I'm in your boat. Here's what I did to correct the problem. I'm 6'5" with a 38" inseam.

1- I've got Jaxon's long lines - In my opinion.... they are a requirement for the type of increase we are talking.
2- I bought 2" rox risers.
3- I bought an ATV High bar by Protaper in the 1 and 1/8th size. I've been down several times and have no bar bend . There are a couple differences from the stock bars with this ATV high that I really like. If you read up online you can get exact specs, but in simple terms, the pullback angle towards the rider is less so there is less wrist bend. And the bars themselves are taller - they have more rise and height. I had this exact same setup on the XR650 and it was significantly better - but on the Tenere it is perfect.

http://www.protaper.com/products/handlebars/contour
I'm similarly dimensioned with exact same setup. Much improved over stock both standing and sitting.

Regards, JC

That link shows you the page that will explain that differences between all the bar specs. I would highly recommend replacing the bars AND getting Rox risers to solve the problem. The new handlebar setup is significantly better for standing up - on top of the fact that it is taller.

Jaxon can get all the bars too btw-- so if you plan on ordering the cables from him, he can probably get you hooked up with the bars as well.