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CooleyM50 · 07-22-2009, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Quantumcat

I got mine on tonight and I really like the new riding position.

I used a little heat and I had no problem at all getting the studs out using the lock-nut method. No breaker bar. No aftermarker stud puller. No headache.

Unfortunately I overtightened the right riser bolt and stripped the riser (heavy hand due to a dense mind). That's a $200 mistake according to the OEM order list from the local dealer.

Big kudos to Ken and Jeff. Thanks guys.

Mantissa: In case you haven't got the studs out yet, I had the bar resting on the tank with a bunch of padding. I did apply some heat (about 20 sec. per side of the stud). I applied the nuts & lock-washer then stood on the left side of the bike with the left grip clenched between my thighs. With a couple taps of a rubber mallet on the box-end wrench the stud came right out. My voice is still just as deep as it always was.

I'm not sure I would replace it.
Can you have a helicoil put in or perhpas weld up the hole and drill and tap?
I would try a helicoil first.
Over drill, over tap (in size) helicoil and put back together.
Just a thought.

BING · 07-22-2009, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by BigBear777

Just glad you got them on without any issues!

BTW, Has she commented on if she likes the change or not?

She loves them! We did 250 miles Saturday and she had no complaints about her reach! I lowered it 2" for her too prior to the ride. She is ready to ride at a whim now!

I think she likes her bike better than me.

Can't get no better than that.

BING

womper · 07-22-2009, 01:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CooleyM50

I'm not sure I would replace it.
Can you have a helicoil put in or perhpas weld up the hole and drill and tap?
I would try a helicoil first.
Over drill, over tap (in size) helicoil and put back together.
Just a thought.

just overtap and use a bigger bolt. problem solved, no?

BigBear777 · 07-22-2009, 05:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quantumcat

...

Unfortunately I overtightened the right riser bolt and stripped the riser (heavy hand due to a dense mind). That's a $200 mistake according to the OEM order list from the local dealer.

...

I agree with CooleyM50, here's a link for some info on these....

RoadStarMagazine.com - How to use a Helicoil

Mario · 07-23-2009, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by BigBear777

I agree with CooleyM50, here's a link for some info on these....

RoadStarMagazine.com - How to use a Helicoil

it works BUT
Durafix Aluminum Welding Rods work also.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jijW3...eature=related
They are expesive but worth every penny.
Thread repair
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=843jj...eature=related

womper · 07-23-2009, 04:09 PM

i'm too lazy to use the coils

i haven't run into a problem where i've needed one yet.
but from everything i've heard, they are the bomb.

for something like the risers i'd prolly use the coils

galvezsurfer33 · 07-24-2009, 05:37 PM

i want a chin spoiler

pastorgumby · 07-24-2009, 07:47 PM

Thanks Ken Cooley for a nice product and amiable support!

The installation went pretty smoothly, and I'm very happy with the extra height & slight pull back.

I've added a few pix to further clarify on the installation.

hanglebar-risers-m50-available-again-bolts-pointing-out.jpg

hanglebar-risers-m50-available-again-stud-side-view.jpg

Definitely get an extra set of hands to hold down the handlebar. I also used a heat gun to loosen the studs - which are VERY tightly screwed on - the heat made a HUGE DIFFERENCE!

Overall an easy do-it-yourself and worthwhile mod.

God speed!!!

pastorgumby · 07-24-2009, 07:49 PM

hanglebar-risers-m50-available-again-new-screws-order-washers.jpg

here are a few extra pics.

womper · 07-24-2009, 11:43 PM

i know what i want.

bolt on skid plates.

Joel17368 · 07-27-2009, 08:51 PM

I am ordering some and was wondering if the cables and such are long enough to accomodate the extra rise.

CooleyM50 · 07-27-2009, 11:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Joel17368

I am ordering some and was wondering if the cables and such are long enough to accomodate the extra rise.

Our riser spacers do not require changing out the wires, cables or hoses.

Joel17368 · 07-27-2009, 11:50 PM

Thank ya

CruizrDude · 08-01-2009, 04:36 PM

Hey everyone, love the risers and install went great. Took about 45 mins. For those of you tat will install risers in the future, a impact wrench makes removal of studs a breeze. Thanks again ken for a job well done and lookinf forward to seeing chin spoiler.

Joel17368 · 08-02-2009, 01:01 PM

I as well had a very easy install and love the new feel very much.

stmacdonald1@rogers.com · 08-12-2009, 11:47 PM

Any updates on the chin spoiler?

CooleyM50 · 08-13-2009, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by stmacdonald1@rogers.com

Any updates on the chin spoiler?

Glad you asked about the Chin Spoiler.

It is under development now.

My question is if those of you who might want this would be interested in a chin spoiler that afixes to your current radiator cover or a full replacement of the radiator cover that encorporates a chin spoiler?

I would love to have comments on this.

What I am considering now after having removed the radiator cover and found that it could be mounted to that perhaps a light weight plastic chin spoiler would be cheaper and quick to mount on the radiator cover.

Thanks,

Ken

Trilithon · 08-13-2009, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by CooleyM50

... My question is if those of you who might want this would be interested in a chin spoiler that afixes to your current radiator cover or a full replacement of the radiator cover that encorporates a chin spoiler? ...

Either way is good for me, the only thing would be if it afixes to the current cover it can't look like an 'after thought'. Whichever way makes it so it blends in and flows and looks like it should be there.

That's my 2 cents.

Quantumcat · 08-13-2009, 02:41 PM

Thanks for the suggestions everyone. If you seen my other posts, I've already replaced it. It wasn't 16 hours and I'd already visited the dealer and placed the order.

I wasn't purposefully ignoring the help. I didn't read your suggestions in time. I wasn't paying attention to this thread since I already had my risers and posted my feedback. For practice I might do as you suggest with the stripped original. I've never done a helicoil insert before.

Whether I had done as you suggested or bought a replacement, it was something of a penance for being to anxious with the install. Sometimes I gotta be taught a few times before it becomes ingrained.

By the way, I'm still loving the new riding position.

PerfectStranger · 08-18-2009, 02:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Trilithon

Either way is good for me, the only thing would be if it afixes to the current cover it can't look like an 'after thought'. Whichever way makes it so it blends in and flows and looks like it should be there.

That's my 2 cents.

Yep, what he said. ^^

07-24-2009, 07:47 PM	#68 (permalink)
pastorgumby Found second gear by accident Join Date: Jan 2009 Bike: 2008 Suzuki M50 Location: Fair Haven, NJ Posts: 321	Additional Pics & comments Thanks Ken Cooley for a nice product and amiable support! The installation went pretty smoothly, and I'm very happy with the extra height & slight pull back. I've added a few pix to further clarify on the installation. Definitely get an extra set of hands to hold down the handlebar. I also used a heat gun to loosen the studs - which are VERY tightly screwed on - the heat made a HUGE DIFFERENCE! Overall an easy do-it-yourself and worthwhile mod. God speed!!! __________________ "Faith is a journey... not a guilt trip!" 2008 Suzuki M50 2004 Suzuki Vstrom DL650 Cobra Street Rods, Fi2000 Power Commander, Carbon Fiber: (Gel Seat, Frame Cover, Trim, Tank Trim, Speedo Trim), Kuryakyn: (ISO-Flame Grips, Stiletto End Caps, Throttle Boss, Small ISO Pegs Offset, Red Accent ring, Switchblade Pegs w/ ISO Peg Adapters), PIAA Xtreme White H4, K & N Air Filter, Auburn Leather Daytona II Chubby Braided on Ghost Brackets, Custom LED Integrated Tail Light, Memphis Shades Alley Cat, Wolo Bad Boy, Navigator Fog Lights, Mustang Tank and Fender Bib, Grasshopper Back Rest, Axio Tail Bag, Brakeaway Cruise Control, Heal Tech GIPro w/ATRE, Midnight Express Clock & Thermometer, MC Enterprise Fender Rack, Chrome Tank Trim, Maltese Cross, Black Reflective Wheel Strips, Cigarette Socket, C50 Mirrors, Handlebar Risers. http://www.motorcycle-journal.com/ph...useralbums.php http://s708.photobucket.com/albums/w...view=slideshow Last edited by pastorgumby; 07-24-2009 at 07:50 PM.

07-24-2009, 07:49 PM	#69 (permalink)
pastorgumby Found second gear by accident Join Date: Jan 2009 Bike: 2008 Suzuki M50 Location: Fair Haven, NJ Posts: 321	a few extra pics here are a few extra pics. __________________ "Faith is a journey... not a guilt trip!" 2008 Suzuki M50 2004 Suzuki Vstrom DL650 Cobra Street Rods, Fi2000 Power Commander, Carbon Fiber: (Gel Seat, Frame Cover, Trim, Tank Trim, Speedo Trim), Kuryakyn: (ISO-Flame Grips, Stiletto End Caps, Throttle Boss, Small ISO Pegs Offset, Red Accent ring, Switchblade Pegs w/ ISO Peg Adapters), PIAA Xtreme White H4, K & N Air Filter, Auburn Leather Daytona II Chubby Braided on Ghost Brackets, Custom LED Integrated Tail Light, Memphis Shades Alley Cat, Wolo Bad Boy, Navigator Fog Lights, Mustang Tank and Fender Bib, Grasshopper Back Rest, Axio Tail Bag, Brakeaway Cruise Control, Heal Tech GIPro w/ATRE, Midnight Express Clock & Thermometer, MC Enterprise Fender Rack, Chrome Tank Trim, Maltese Cross, Black Reflective Wheel Strips, Cigarette Socket, C50 Mirrors, Handlebar Risers. http://www.motorcycle-journal.com/ph...useralbums.php http://s708.photobucket.com/albums/w...view=slideshow

07-27-2009, 08:51 PM	#71 (permalink)
Joel17368 Seat Tester Join Date: Jul 2008 Bike: '07 Suzuki Boulevarde M50 Location: York, PA Posts: 69	I am ordering some and was wondering if the cables and such are long enough to accomodate the extra rise. __________________

07-27-2009, 11:50 PM	#73 (permalink)
Joel17368 Seat Tester Join Date: Jul 2008 Bike: '07 Suzuki Boulevarde M50 Location: York, PA Posts: 69	Thank ya __________________

08-01-2009, 04:36 PM	#74 (permalink)
CruizrDude Newbie Join Date: Aug 2009 Bike: 06 M50 Location: York, PA Posts: 9	Riser install Hey everyone, love the risers and install went great. Took about 45 mins. For those of you tat will install risers in the future, a impact wrench makes removal of studs a breeze. Thanks again ken for a job well done and lookinf forward to seeing chin spoiler.

07-24-2009, 05:37 PM	#67 (permalink)
galvezsurfer33 Ditch Magnet Join Date: Dec 2008 Bike: 07' M50 Posts: 189	i want a chin spoiler

08-02-2009, 01:01 PM	#75 (permalink)
Joel17368 Seat Tester Join Date: Jul 2008 Bike: '07 Suzuki Boulevarde M50 Location: York, PA Posts: 69	I as well had a very easy install and love the new feel very much. __________________

08-12-2009, 11:47 PM	#76 (permalink)
stmacdonald1@rogers.com Newbie Join Date: Sep 2008 Bike: 2008 Black M50 Location: Toronto,Ontario Posts: 18	Any updates on the chin spoiler?

08-13-2009, 02:41 PM	#79 (permalink)
Quantumcat Clunked into first gear Join Date: Jun 2009 Bike: 2007 M50 Black Location: Seattle, WA USA Posts: 235	Thanks for the suggestions everyone. If you seen my other posts, I've already replaced it. It wasn't 16 hours and I'd already visited the dealer and placed the order. I wasn't purposefully ignoring the help. I didn't read your suggestions in time. I wasn't paying attention to this thread since I already had my risers and posted my feedback. For practice I might do as you suggest with the stripped original. I've never done a helicoil insert before. Whether I had done as you suggested or bought a replacement, it was something of a penance for being to anxious with the install. Sometimes I gotta be taught a few times before it becomes ingrained. By the way, I'm still loving the new riding position. __________________ Experience is the comb that Life gives you after you've lost your hair. 2007 M50 Black - Debaffled w/6" Fibrosleeves ~ 1" Riser Spacers ~ ISO Grips w/Throttle Bosses & Baron Bullet Endcaps ~ ISO Pegs & Shifter ~ Willie & Max Raptor Saddlebags ~ Debadged ~ Iridium Plugs ~ Factory Wire Rack, Tank Bib & Case Guards ~ Black Vinyl Wrapped Forks (pipes, hypercharger, FI controller and tach to come - hopefully)

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