Helobars on a Daytona 955?

Discussion in 'Road Warriors' started by tv321406, Apr 29, 2011.

  1. tv321406

    tv321406 Adventurer

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    Hey all, I've got a 99 955i Daytona. I love the thing to death; best bike I've ever owned. BUT I hate trying to go on long rides due to the uncomfortable riding position. Have any of you tried the HeliBars? They look like they wouldn't make much of a difference to me... any other suggestions? Thanks!
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  2. Tripped1

    Tripped1 Smoove, Smoove like velvet.

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    Converti-bars,

    Heli's aren't going to be a huge change from stock.
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  3. Croak

    Croak Been here awhile

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  4. uraberg

    uraberg whosaberg?

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    SimpleSimon Aspiring advrider

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  6. Kritter

    Kritter Been here awhile

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    I just installed a set on my SV650S, hoping to try them out on a longer run this weekend...have to install my new rear sets first though :evil
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  7. ramon

    ramon weezin' the juice!

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    I have never had a 955, but they worked great on my Blackbird. It does not take a lot of rise and pullback, to make a difference on taking weight off of the wrist.

    Just my $.02 :D
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  8. wilmar13

    wilmar13 Long timer

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    I have Cycle Cat risers on my '02 and they are great. I will snap a photo tomorrow, but they are adjustable in roll, pitch, and yaw... ok well at least you can adjust the angle, and height.
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  9. tv321406

    tv321406 Adventurer

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    Thanks for the replies. I'm leaning more towards the APEX risers. Although the danmoto ones are much cheaper, they almost seem TOO cheap. Uraberg, let me know how they look when they arrive!
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  10. Rick G

    Rick G Ranger Rick Supporter

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    Cycle Cat is unfortunately no longer in the motorcycle accessory business. I was fortunate and found a used set for my Ducati ST3 and indeed do love them.

    Good luck,

    Rick G
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