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Title: Handlebar question
Post by: Bstechnic on May 16, 2017, 10:56:45 PM
Hello,
I dropped my 2017 Zero s unfortunately :'( :'( :'(
There is not so much damage after all, but the handlebar is bent. I was thinking for a higher version handlebar, is this more comfortable? what would you advise? One of a DS? Of a aftermarket?
What are the measerements off a DS handlebar?

Greetings from Belgium
Title: Re: Handlebar question
Post by: BrianTRice@gmail.com on May 16, 2017, 11:00:26 PM
The basic measurements are on the unofficial manual wiki:
http://zeromanual.com/index.php/Unofficial_Service_Manual#Handlebars (http://zeromanual.com/index.php/Unofficial_Service_Manual#Handlebars)

The Zero handlebars do have special notches for mounting the controls, but otherwise could be replaced easily; you'll just need to make similarly-placed notches to fit the Zero controls.
Title: Re: Handlebar question
Post by: Shadow on May 17, 2017, 04:54:14 AM
I just finished adding 2" risers for Zero handlebars on my 2016 DSR.  I had to take apart everything to get the front brake line to reach, it's a super short cable; You will need Torx #6 for the microswitch, Security Torx #25 for the throttle body alignment pin is on top, if you remove bottom spring will pop open and you'll have to tension it ....   I was going to do a video how to do all these things but I need a better camera.  I think it would be a good topic for an instructional video.
Title: Re: Handlebar question
Post by: ZEM Tahiti on May 17, 2017, 08:00:26 AM
We use DS handlebar on our S/SR, with risers. We shorten the handlebar 2cm each end.
Better look and better position, of course it is a point of view..
Title: Re: Handlebar question
Post by: BrianTRice@gmail.com on May 28, 2017, 10:54:20 PM
I just finished adding 2" risers for Zero handlebars on my 2016 DSR.  I had to take apart everything to get the front brake line to reach, it's a super short cable; You will need Torx #6 for the microswitch, Security Torx #25 for the throttle body alignment pin is on top, if you remove bottom spring will pop open and you'll have to tension it ....   I was going to do a video how to do all these things but I need a better camera.  I think it would be a good topic for an instructional video.

I'm guessing that 1" risers don't require re-routing. Does that seem right?
Title: Re: Handlebar question
Post by: Shadow on May 28, 2017, 11:58:40 PM
I'm guessing that 1" risers don't require re-routing. Does that seem right?
I think give Rox Speed FX a call :)

The issue is that front brake cable goes into the ABS unit up front on my bike, so there's not much length or slack at all. I haven't disconnected any brake lines but it is definitely snug. I'd still recommend the 2" risers they're really sweet for ergonomics.
Title: Re: Handlebar question
Post by: clay.leihy on May 29, 2017, 05:48:02 AM
Does the 2016 no longer have the big stupid loop of brake lines that sticks up in front of the gauges? I could probably put ape hangers on my 2015 FX and still have plenty of slack.

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Title: Re: Handlebar question
Post by: Shadow on May 29, 2017, 08:26:46 AM
Does the 2016 no longer have the big stupid loop of brake lines that sticks up in front of the gauges? I could probably put ape hangers on my 2015 FX and still have plenty of slack.
Different brake line. That "turn signal covering" loop I've relocated to behind the dash.
Title: Re: Handlebar question
Post by: madcow on May 29, 2017, 11:56:43 AM
I just finished adding 2" risers for Zero handlebars on my 2016 DSR.  I had to take apart everything to get the front brake line to reach, it's a super short cable; You will need Torx #6 for the microswitch, Security Torx #25 for the throttle body alignment pin is on top, if you remove bottom spring will pop open and you'll have to tension it ....   I was going to do a video how to do all these things but I need a better camera.  I think it would be a good topic for an instructional video.

Two days ago I relocated the throttle a little bit (turned it) and had to retension the throttle spring. Took me nearly an hour and a half + two helping hands. It's fair to say it surely is a pain in the a**. I would have appreciated any kind of howto/tutorial.