Riser Question

MikeInFla · 04-10-2008, 06:34 AM

I did a search but could not find the answer.

I want to install 4x2 risers on the bike but I'm not sure if I have to replace the brake lines. Seems to be mixed thoughts on the web about it.

What do you guys say?

oldbiker · 04-10-2008, 06:47 AM

Normally if you go over 3" you have to either re-route the cables and brake/clutch lines or replace them with longer ones.

caddman11 · 04-10-2008, 06:54 AM

I stuck the 2" spacers under my stock risers and they work, but there isn't very much cable left. I dontt think I could have gone any bigger without changing some cables or lines.

dkdixie · 04-10-2008, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeInFLA

I did a search but could not find the answer.

I want to install 4x2 risers on the bike but I'm not sure if I have to replace the brake lines. Seems to be mixed thoughts on the web about it.

What do you guys say?

I installed Phat11, up 2.5, back 3, risers on 08 Nomad. Brake cables are snug, but not to the point of having to replace. I agree with oldbiker, if you went 4&2 would probably have to replace.
I'm 5-7, 145lbs, and Phat11 works well for me if that helps you get an idea of fit. The back 3" was the most important factor for me.
Remember, with Phat11 you can probably get the arm height you need by just adjusting the bar.

ells · 04-10-2008, 07:28 AM

I installed the Scooterworks risers, about 2 3/4 " and the brake line was at its limit - BUT, you can (I did) loosen the brake reservoir and slide it inboards aways to help some.

rlfaubion · 04-10-2008, 07:55 AM

You can tug on those lines and some have found a little more line that was slack'n behind the cowling. Give'm a pull.

I'm 4" up and 2" back with these PhattII's on both my 1600's. No cable problems.

dogdoc · 04-10-2008, 08:12 AM

ahh its a lone beezclone, phat ll would work without rerouting anything

blowndodge · 04-10-2008, 09:42 AM

I thought it was lonebeez too!!

bobzinger · 04-10-2008, 09:56 AM

I added 4" to my stock risers. The brake line where the tightest but after some manipulation and taking off the nylon bands off the handlebars they do fit.

MikeInFla · 04-10-2008, 10:07 AM

That helps me a lot. I have risers from my C50 and didn't want to buy new ones if I didn't need to. I'll give them a shot and try to re-route the lines.

Thanks everyone.

**Top Cat** · 04-10-2008, 10:50 AM

I don't know how you guys did it. I added 2" risers to mine. No pull back except for what the angle of forks gives. the front brake cable is TIGHT. Yes I checked for some more ply but there is none.
I don't think I could go any higher with out changing the top part of the brake hose.

MikeInFla · 04-10-2008, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Top Cat (TC)

I don't know how you guys did it. I added 2" risers to mine. No pull back except for what the angle of forks gives. the front brake cable is TIGHT. Yes I checked for some more ply but there is none.
I don't think I could go any higher with out changing the top part of the brake hose.

I'll probably try it this weekend. If I have to re-route the lines I'll take some pics and share them.

beezer · 04-13-2008, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeInFLA

That helps me a lot. I have risers from my C50 and didn't want to buy new ones if I didn't need to. I'll give them a shot and try to re-route the lines.

Thanks everyone.

The C50 risers may hit the speedo shroud.

MikeInFla · 04-13-2008, 09:15 AM

[quote= beezer]

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Originally Posted by "MikeInFLA ":u4c9xvh5

That helps me a lot. I have risers from my C50 and didn't want to buy new ones if I didn't need to. I'll give them a shot and try to re-route the lines.

Thanks everyone.

The C50 risers may hit the speedo shroud.[/quote:u4c9xvh5]

I put them up there when I had the stock risers off, looked like plenty of clearance. However, I would have to either open the holes in the triple tree or buy new risers to accomodate the bolt.

beezer · 04-13-2008, 09:39 AM

do yourself a favor and buy the proper ones. Someone from the VR will buy the other set.

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MikeInFla Advanced Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Bushnell FL Posts: 611	Riser Question I did a search but could not find the answer. I want to install 4x2 risers on the bike but I'm not sure if I have to replace the brake lines. Seems to be mixed thoughts on the web about it. What do you guys say? __________________ Mike Morrison KawaNOW #00454 IBA# 42214 2007 Nomad 2008 Concours Login or Register to Remove Ads
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oldbiker Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: la Fayette, Ga Posts: 472	Riser Question Normally if you go over 3" you have to either re-route the cables and brake/clutch lines or replace them with longer ones.
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caddman11 Advanced Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Northwest Indiana Posts: 890	Riser Question I stuck the 2" spacers under my stock risers and they work, but there isn't very much cable left. I dontt think I could have gone any bigger without changing some cables or lines.
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04-10-2008, 07:28 AM	#5
ells Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Boulder County, Colorado Posts: 2,014	Riser Question I installed the Scooterworks risers, about 2 3/4 " and the brake line was at its limit - BUT, you can (I did) loosen the brake reservoir and slide it inboards aways to help some. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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04-10-2008, 07:55 AM	#6
rlfaubion Sr. Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northern California Posts: 1,582	Riser Question You can tug on those lines and some have found a little more line that was slack'n behind the cowling. Give'm a pull. I'm 4" up and 2" back with these PhattII's on both my 1600's. No cable problems.
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04-10-2008, 08:12 AM	#7
dogdoc Top Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 5,263	Riser Question ahh its a lone beezclone, phat ll would work without rerouting anything
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blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Riser Question I thought it was lonebeez too!! __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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bobzinger Sr. Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Livermore CA Posts: 1,334	Riser Question I added 4" to my stock risers. The brake line where the tightest but after some manipulation and taking off the nylon bands off the handlebars they do fit. __________________ Life is Good! Eternal Life is better!
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04-10-2008, 10:07 AM	#10
MikeInFla Advanced Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Bushnell FL Posts: 611	Riser Question That helps me a lot. I have risers from my C50 and didn't want to buy new ones if I didn't need to. I'll give them a shot and try to re-route the lines. Thanks everyone. __________________ Mike Morrison KawaNOW #00454 IBA# 42214 2007 Nomad 2008 Concours
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Top Cat Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Peoples Republic of New York State Posts: 15,154	Riser Question I don't know how you guys did it. I added 2" risers to mine. No pull back except for what the angle of forks gives. the front brake cable is TIGHT. Yes I checked for some more ply but there is none. I don't think I could go any higher with out changing the top part of the brake hose. __________________ Tim "TC" Conley VBA #9 2011 Victory Kingpin mine 2013 Victory Boardwalk -hers [LEFT][COLOR=#000000] [SIZE=4]
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04-13-2008, 09:39 AM	#15
beezer Top Contributor Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: The VooDoo Lounge Posts: 5,780	Riser Question do yourself a favor and buy the proper ones. Someone from the VR will buy the other set. __________________ 2012 FLHTK
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