To riser or not to riser

[mcloven]

Hi all, Was wondering what riser sizes were most comfertable to everyone. Am looking into getting a set, just wondering everyones 2 cents

[Netnorske]

Well...there are several to choose from for sure. I am 5' 10" and I love my PhatRisers II from Scootworks. They are very popular among the Nomad Nation as they bring the bars right into your wheelhouse...but there are certainly other options....


http://i374.photobucket.com/albums/oo187/netnorske/risers.jpg

[keith23]

I have the Phat II risers and I love them. Before I put them on I would get a pain right between my shoulder blades after 30 min. of riding. Now I sit up straighter so no more pain.
As info I'm 5'9" and they fit me great. It raised my bars 4 inches and brought them back 2 inches. I put them on my 08 nomad and the cables are not tight at all. :)

Had to use the off set holes to keep from hitting the speedo cowl.

[glwilson]

5'6" with an average arm length for somone that height -- so I needed the extra pull-back. PhatII risers is what worked best for me. It is was a major improvement for comfort and control.

'04 1500FI NOMAD... had to use the offset holes to mount them so as to miss the speedo cowling. Don't believe you have to do that for later models.

[billz410]

I also have the Phat II risers and really like them. As with so many accessories, viewpoints are highly subjective.

A much less expensive alternative would be to get a pair of Chuckster's risers (aka 'Chuckster131' on the KawaNOW forum). He's a good guy and produces top-notch stuff.

However, his risers won't have the amount of pull-back that the Phat risers do. Nonetheless, you may want to consider...

After installing mine, I had to run the front brake line outside of the triple-tree, as the brake line was no longer long enough. I haven't heard of too many other guys having that problem, but nobody seems to have the unique mechanical malfeasances I do. http://s2.images.proboards.com/tongue.gif

There's at least one other fairly popular brand- can't think of the name right now.

[billz410]

Here's a link to some of Chuckster's goodies.



http://www.flickr.com/photos/chuckster1/sets/

[lw]

Here's a link to some of Chuckster's goodies.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/chuckster1/sets/

I put Chucksters' 3" risers on Lucille, over a year ago. Good product, good price, and no more neck/back strain.

[scott2007nomad]

I didn't think I needed any since I'm 6'5" tall.
I started wanting to relax more on the long rides so I purchased the Phat II.
I like them and they really help.

The only install "mod" I had to do was disconnect the brake tie down in the headlight bucket. I think I may have removed one from the handlebar too but I done forgot.

[dogdoc]

Phatt ll here too, am 5'10' and sure helped relax the arms.

[rflnomad]

2" Chucksters here, I am 6'2" and still love them. Priced right, and great service. I would rather help a board member than a company also.

[blowndodge]

4" Aeromach risers

[phenrichs]

4" Aeromach risers

4" ?! I didn't think they made risers that big. Do you have to have blocks on your shoes to reach the ground too?

Ha Ha

How short are you BD?

[MikeInFla]

I have the Phat II risers and I love them. Before I put them on I would get a pain right between my shoulder blades after 30 min. of riding. Now I sit up straighter so no more pain.
It raised my bars 4 inches and brought them back 2 inches. I put them on my 08 nomad and the cables are not tight at all. :)

Had to use the off set holes to keep from hitting the speedo cowl.


+1

[taranis]

I have the Aeromach's on mine too. I'm 6'6" but I like to kick back and put my feet up; these allow me to do that without having to keep my arms fully extended.

[blowndodge]

??????? Risers are handlebar mounting extensions..... Not sure if your understanding the topic OP. That would have nothing to do with my height?

Risers allow you to lean back against your backrest and easily reach the handlebars with your feet on the highway pegs. ::)

[schoeney]

BD's right (as usual). Riser's have more to do with your reach than your height.

If you measure from your collar to your longest fingertip (usually the one you use for telling cager's they are #1) that is a better comparison for determining riser need.

For the record I am 6'2" and have a 36" reach. I have Chuckster's
3" riser's. They eliminated the pain between my shoulder blades and are big improvement but I would like even more pull back.

[phenrichs]

Just meant that usually shorter folks want rise and pull back to make up for shorter arms. I have considered larger risers than my current 2.5 but will wait until I get a backrest to see if it is needed.

BD, I like the look of the new tire by the way.

[blowndodge]

Don't ya hate it when BD's right???? He can be such a jerk! ::)

Thanks OP. I like the tire so far. It does handle different no doubt about it.

I like the accurate speedometer almost as much as the ride. Had a legitimate Radar Cop radar me at 44mph in a 45. Close enough for me.

[radco]

I have the HD 4" Pull Back risers listed on Gadgets site.. I have a 04 NomadGot the set up for aroubd 65$.. a member on here has a set F/S 50$,, they dont fit the 1600... ,, I look in the F/S section... Rich

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got a pair of drag pull back risers. these are the ones listed on gadgets site. I know radco has a set of them on his bike, not sure who else.. 50 shipped. these are brand new, they did not fit my 08
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[radco]

Here ie the Drag Specilties Risers
http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b128/Radco1890/Nomad/Risers2-1.jpg
http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b128/Radco1890/Nomad/Risers1.jpg

[BandC]

+1 for Chucksters risers. Good quality, nice price!

[markusmaximus]

Phat II risers here. Still looking for more pullback so I may go with taller bars. And BD is correct, it has little to do with height. I'm 6'0" but need more pullback to sit upright for lower back reasons.

[reaper]

Rise my child rise
I'm trying to save some coin for risers. I'm 5'7" on a good day with a 29" inseam.
I'd also like to get my seat reworked (no comments from the peanut gallery) So I sit a little lower to the ground

[mcloven]

Thanks everyone, I think I am going with the Phat II risers

[pablo]

I decided to go without the risers. :-)

[Idaho]

To riser, or not to riser. I'm sorry, what is the question? I'm 6 feet tall with long arms and still love my risers. Phat II's. They eliminate the burn between the shoulders and on the back.

Lot's of good ones to choose from. Check out the pix and find one with a design you like and go for it.