Hand Bars

[Ian H]

I have see some higher bars on a CB1. Anyone know if longer cables/hoses are required if (in the unlikely event I find some) I fit the higher bars?

[Falk]

I made my accelerator cable on my own.. For the Clutch it just fitted

[91cb-1]

to be honest i don't know why people put on the high risers the clip on's are just sweet, this being my own oppinion but i don't like being too high on the bike makes me feel unsafe goin into corners, the closer you are to the ground the less you have to fall.

[Falk]

i think I'm closed enough to the ground.... 

But for real I'm not the smallest on and for me it feels better...

[Drewski]

I must admit, I get a bit of wrist ache with the standard MKl bars and there must be a reason Honda decided to go with higher bars on the MKll.They are very hard to find though, I'm still looking myself. I have a set of bars from a VF100r,(same size forks), for sale if you want to try them? You will definately have to replace some of the cables though. I've noticed kits for sale in Japan with longer cables and extensions for the wiring.

[hurricane]

im thinking of putting the bars from the vfr nc 30 on my cb1. i prefer to be crouched over more. i hate high bars for only one reason, my friends and i like slapping each other on the ribs when we are ridding, childish i know but we have fun.

[Drewski]

im thinking of putting the bars from the vfr nc 30 on my cb1. i prefer to be crouched over more. i hate high bars for only one reason, my friends and i like slapping each other on the ribs when we are ridding, childish i know but we have fun.

I find I have more fun with a more upright riding position. It's easier to jump up and stand on the seat for a start My favourite trick used to be to pull alongside my mate at a red light and as soon as the light changes to green, I'd flip his kill switch and leave him sitting there

[Davie Thistle]

.I was thinking of fitting a standard handlebar to my CB1,
and doing away with the clip-ons has any of you guy's atempted/done this atall?

Is it possible?
I seem to recall a pic of it being done, but can't find it!

so, if anybuddy has done this mod,
I'd be gratefull for a pic and some advice!!

[Drewski]

I've just done a similar conversion on my RD using Fat Bars rather than the usual 22mm ones. Howewer, the CB-1 top yoke is a lot thinner than the one I've used so be carefull where you drill - you might weaken it considerably. The proper way to do it would be to have shaped "infills" to palce under the yoke for strength. Some people have the risers welded on but this can distort the yoke. You can also get brackets that fasten onto the top of the forks and have the clamps in place - probably the best way to do it.

[Davie Thistle]

thanx for the quick reply man,

I've got all the bits n bobs to do the conversion,
just the drilling I'm worried about,
so, I've bought a top yoke from evil-bay to practise on!

I'll post up a coupla pics of the progress, as soon as I get the
projected mod strarted!

[Drewski]

just the drilling I'm worried about,

Remember the old motto - "Measure twice - drill once" I used a little bench drill for mine, if you use a hand drill, the drill may get caught so make sure the yoke is securely fastened down to something. Start with a small bit and work your way up.

[Davie Thistle]

.thanx man,

I think I'll get a M8 to drill the holes!!
don't want to make an arse of it!!!

[Davie Thistle]

.ok, got the 'new' yoke deliver'd today,
very thin in parts!

just have to measure and find the best place to drill holes!

think your right about the bench drill Drewski!!!
D.T.

[Drewski]

Yup - very thin!! Heres a pic to show what i mean by "infills". This is on a cast Prilly RS250 Yoke - probably a bit more prone to snapping due to its construction, but you get the idea:-







Some risers, like mine, have a single mounting bolt while others have two bolts so need two holes. I was lucky on mine, (RGv), and was able to use a thicker part to drill into.

[theplumber]

or not drill at all ill take a pic and show you the set up i got from LSL. the adapters go on like clip-ons no problems.