VFR Discussion Group -> heli bars

I just finished installing my heli bars and I have a couple questions for you other generation 6 riders out there.

First of all: Thanks to all who've posted on this topic before. The information here has really been helpful.

Q:1 How loose can I expect to get a banjo fitting before it leaks? I moved it foreward the 3/4" per instructions and it works where it is, brake side, but I could fine-tune it some, but don't want mess up a good thing.

Q2: Did anyone else on the gen-6 bother cutting the tab or tabs on the clutch side master cylinder? I didn't and it seems to be fine.

So far, I like the new position. I've waited 14k to do this so I really oughtta have a solid base to compare with, but I've only been out for about a 10 mile shake down ride. I also installed the O2 sensor eliminator and it seems to have helped the lean spot, but until I can spend a whole day on it, I'll withhold judgement on that one. Either way, I really appreciate others taking the time to share their VFR knowledge.

TIA and Ride Safe

1. - The nut doesn't have to be very loose to rotate it, and in general you won't lose fluid. Just loosen it "enough" and torque down to the specified torque afterwards (25 lb-ft).

2. - The instructions don't call for cutting the tab on the clutch side because the hose rotates the "other way" relative to the bar. The tab is designed to hold the hose in place while you torque down the banjo nut, so its in the way on the brake side...hence, you only have to do it on one side.

I love the Helibars for long trips, but I got to where I wanted a sportier position for more of my around-town riding...I live in Monterey, so just riding to work or the grocery store is sufficiently twisty to have fun. When I take long trips I put them on...when I'm just riding around town and having fun I make do with the stock bars. They're not bad in of themselves for comfort either...but the Helibars do make a big difference when you want it!

Thanks,

It always makes more sense to hear someone else explain it. I'm not sure I'd want to do it again just for riding styles the way you do, but it really was easier than I expected.

I decided when I started changing my own tires that I had to be willing to break some s$%* if I wanted to be my own wrench. It beats paying the dealer to break and scratch it for me.

Monterey? Cool. Enjoy and thanks again.