Handlebar replacement

[vinmansbrew]

I like my fz6 but the bars are lower than I would like. I suppose I could get used to this but part of a bike is making it yours and not getting "used" to it.
I know they are 7/8th bars but what is the rise of the stock bars? Look to be about 2 inches or so?
What are the measurements for the stock bar? I dont mind the bar measurements other than I would like it a bit taller, then I can pull it back for a more comfortable position.

 

[mikw73]

They make risers and setback risers. I got a set of SW-Motech setback risers, but before I did, I bought a set off eBay for less, to make sure I liked the position. I did. I've got the ones i like now, so I'm about to sell the trial ones if you're interested I'm expecting $30 or so. I'll post a pic up soon.

 

[vinmansbrew]

that is an option. I would still like to get the measurements if anyone has them, just to weigh my options.

 

[Lefty]

When I bought my FZ6 used it had raisers on the handlebars. I rode it that way for about 6 months but never liked the riding position I was in. Took them off and rode with the stock bars for another 6 months but found that I was experiencing wrist pain and numb fingers. After reading multiple posts on the forum I did the FZ1 bar swap and couldn't be happier. :rockon:

 

[Marthy]

I'm using the Renthal 787 on my 6R and love it. Not sure if it can help you but that's an option.

 

[Kazza]

I swapped mine over for Rizoma bars - one of my favourite mods - LOVE IT :rockon:

 

[vinmansbrew]

What heights and pull backs on the bars? Literally any 7/8th bars would fit so if you all could tell me your dimensions, that would be great.

 

[Jim Karam]

They make risers and setback risers. I got a set of SW-Motech setback risers, but before I did, I bought a set off eBay for less, to make sure I liked the position. I did. I've got the ones i like now, so I'm about to sell the trial ones if you're interested I'm expecting $30 or so. I'll post a pic up soon.

+1 on the SW-Motech setback risers, but this sounds like a good deal to get you started.:thumbup:

 

[William]

What heights and pull backs on the bars? Literally any 7/8th bars would fit so if you all could tell me your dimensions, that would be great.

Factory PN=5VX-26111-00-00

• Rise=3in
• Pull=6.5in
• Width=26in
• Center=5in

 

[7UPyours]

When I bought my FZ6 used it had raisers on the handlebars. I rode it that way for about 6 months but never liked the riding position I was in. Took them off and rode with the stock bars for another 6 months but found that I was experiencing wrist pain and numb fingers. After reading multiple posts on the forum I did the FZ1 bar swap and couldn't be happier. :rockon:

I am somewhat where you were, I bought a used bike with raisers, rode like that last year and I felt I was sitting kind of odd so will be removing them for this season and than possible a fz1 handlebar swap over next winter :cheer:

 

[vinmansbrew]

Ah excellent! Thanks william!

 

[Dave.TX]

I ended up getting Renthal Road Medium bars. They're slightly wider, don't have as much pull back and are taller than the stock bars and with their rise are about half the price of risers. They are pretty comfortable, got rid of the pain and numbness I was also experiencing with the stock bars. If you're more for the comfort and touring then I'd suggest those bars.

The Rizoma bars are different dimension wise but still very nice, top quality bars.

 

[Hoshiko]

Here I'm sharing the post of some other member, he posted great pictures, I bought the same handlebar raisers after looking at this particular post and really like them, I'm 5 10 and weight 180 pounds.

http://www.600riders.com/forum/fz6-mods/1117-sw-motech-bar-risers-bar-backs.html

 

[FinalImpact]

Factory PN=5VX-26111-00-00

• Rise=3in
• Pull=6.5in
• Width=26in
• Center=5in

Here are some aftermarket bars - a little spendy but you can order to your liking. . .

http://www.600riders.com/forum/fz6-mods/42444-renthal-755-bars-vs-fz1-bars-take-look.html

 

[Dave.TX]

Last week I had Renthal Road Medium bars on my bike and liked them. Also put HVMP end weights on.

Then I went and got the Rizoma bars and like them even better. Yes, they're anodized red. When not installed they're very red but after putting everything back on you don't see too much of them. I like them as they compliment the reflective red stripes on the black wheels.

Be known I'm 6'4" with a 36 inseam. The bike is pretty small for me. I have two herniated discs in my lower back. After riding about 300+ miles with the Rizoma bars I don't have any added issues or pains. In fact with the HVMP end weights there is very little noticeable vibration, less than with the Renthal bars. I'm very happy with these and will never go back to stock. Not using risers either.

The Renthal's cost about $55 from Motorcycle Superstore. The Rizoma's I picked up locally (for me) from Motovation in Austin, TX, for $75. Both are very good quality bars.