Fellow drifters I'm sure this topic has came up , but with my knowledgeable computer skills .. LOL ... I just haven't been able to find answers I'm searching for .
I know there's plenty of name brands out , such as Burly , Baron etc. who sell beach bars , nostalgia and what ever else they refer to these bars as . Here's the thing I'm trying to find a pair for that retro 40's look for MA-DEUCE . Not only do I love the look . but from reading many different reviews , the one thing it seems everyone mentions is the comfort for 1 and for 2 is the pain relief from their shoulders and back . With these style bars from what people are saying , let's you ride with a straightened back and loose arms , no reach feeling . They also say it feels like adding power steering to the scoot in this position as well as for some reason makes the bike feel lighter . All plus's in my eyes with a cool look to boot .
Here's a few pictures of what fellow drifters have sent me . Man this look for me is SSSSSWWWWEEEEETTTT 8) 8) 8)
Guess my question is has anyone here done this mod and if so could you please share the info for others on the forum as well as myself .
Here's a few more and one for the ratman ;)
;) thanks D1, but I find the stock bars really comfortable, I did this winter that I am going to move them one or two notches up to make them even more comfortable. Hope you find the bars you are looking for.
Do you have the measurements for any of those bars in your pics? I wonder what they measure, compared to the stock bars? Some of them sure look comfy, and I agree they do add a nostalgic look.
GB there's all sorts off measurements , this is were I get confused .
For example :
Baron Nostalgia Bars
Dimensions Diameter 1" Width 36" rise 3 1/2" pullback 14 1/12" knurled 100 mm center to center
Diameter 1.25' w 39" r 6.5" sweep 18.50"
Burly 1" dimpled
width 39.5" rise 4.5" pullback 14.75" 9.5 center width
So as you can see there's different measurements out there , but these are pretty much the standard ones I been finding . I now I'll most likely change out cables etc as most have used stock cables just rerouted them to the front of the tree . I'm lost when it comes to the risers . Do I need to change them etc. etc. etc .
Hey, bud, check this link:
www.sideroadcycles.com
Right hand side of the page, near the top, is a "Flanders" handlebar section, in there is a diagram on how to measure handlebars.
Yeah, you'll be changing out cables for sure. If I can make a suggestion, route the cables through the bars. MUCH cleaner looking installation!
You'll also want to make sure you get the same as your current diameter or you'll be changing out grips and mounts and everything else.
PC I agree routing the cables through the bars would definitely be a MUCH cleaner look . However I've only found bars that enable you to route the electrical through the bars ? Man I wish there was someone on here who in fact did this mod so I knew what bars , cable length , rise , width etc. I in fact am looking for on this mod .
49 thanks for the site info . I just took a look around and there's good info and pictures as well ;)
Looks like the barons are not terribly different than stock unless I'm missing something? Lower rise and slight longer? Similar pullback? Maybe your stock cables will teach?
Recently fitted a set.
http://www.vulcandrifterriders.com/forum/index.php?topic=25570.msg58169#msg58169
Stock cables work fine as long as you re-route the throttle cable behind the top triple clamp.
Some more pics:
(https://www.vulcandrifterriders.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdarksideofthepants.net%2Fgallery%2Fvar%2Fresizes%2FDrifter%2FIGP9018.jpg%3Fm%3D1388974339&hash=f7a73f00b555c82f606f3a7cb5be9b219da30f78) (http://darksideofthepants.net/gallery/var/albums/Drifter/IGP9018.jpg?m=1388974338)
(https://www.vulcandrifterriders.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdarksideofthepants.net%2Fgallery%2Fvar%2Fresizes%2FDrifter%2FIGP9020.jpg%3Fm%3D1388974338&hash=6f32e7cf49300df8f984a1c353e88c28a3c119ed) (http://darksideofthepants.net/gallery/var/albums/Drifter/IGP9020.jpg?m=1388974337)
(https://www.vulcandrifterriders.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdarksideofthepants.net%2Fgallery%2Fvar%2Fresizes%2FDrifter%2FIGP9019.jpg%3Fm%3D1388974339&hash=e7bcb628700458fe37c99b7c0162d9fb6346932a) (http://darksideofthepants.net/gallery/var/albums/Drifter/IGP9019.jpg?m=1388974338)
Lurch they look great man ! I've looked at so many beach bars over the last two days I'm exhausted ... LOL
Do you remember the name of these bars ? Bikini ,long horns etc . ? What rise , pull back , are they knurled were did you get them ? Thanks for the help and they look great on your ride ;)
I've been really thinking about going with either the long horns or the grande beach bar . There both 39" wide 17" pullback one has a 4.5 " rise and the other a 6.5" rise . Really blows not having a shop around with these bars available to get a feel for them . I'm 6' and still feel like I'm constantly reaching for the stock bars , in return I get that shoulder blade ache . Do these bars let you sit upright more than the stock bars did ?
They're certainly a smidge wider, lower, and closer. I'm 6'7, and I find these really help letting my shoulders relax.
They're just Baron Nostalgia Bars:
eg: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Baron-Nostalgia-Handlebar-Fits-Kawasaki-Vulcan-1500-Drifter-1999-2005-/331091201407?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item4d1692cd7f
LOL ;D Thanks Lurch I'll look these up . I just posted on your thread and see you are indeed almost 7' . You'll see why I'm laughing when you read the thread ;) Thanks again for the info .
Ok so I decided to order my new bars today and went bigger and wider then what Lurch has . I ended up going with Burly long horns witch are :
1 " diameter notched and drilled to hide wires and hopefully cables ( we'll see ::) )
39 " wide 17 1/4 pull back and 7" rise
Once I have the bars I'll measure for my cable and wire length . I also need to see if the drifter shifter will be in the way with the new bars ? It'll be a week or so to receive the bars , but man I can't wait to start this project ;)
D1, I think our stock bars are 7/8", so you may need new grips, mounts and even risers with those bars.
PC why you messing with me ???? I believe my bars are 1" ::)
I like those tank badges, Lurch; if anyone has a set of those, silver, no red on them, they want to part with, I would like to buy or swap for them. Let me know, guys and gals!
Thanx in advance....
49 buddy check out e bay.ca under the 1999 Kawasaki Drifter 800 in search ...think that is were I saw them before.......
Quote from: Drift1 on January 07, 2014, 17:19:32 PM
PC why you messing with me ???? I believe my bars are 1" ::)
Because I can......
You're fine with the 1" bars. http://www.sideroadcycles.com/ImportedMotorcycles/ImportHandlebars/StockBarsOne.html
Pastor dude , that's the site 49 sent me . I ordered my bars accordingly . I found them a bit cheaper though ;)
49 I'll keep an eye out for those badges being I'm off work for another 2 weeks :-\
@ D1 - Those badges are still available from the dealer. I just recently bought a set, they are 1999 1500 Drifter badges.
http://www.partzilla.com/parts/search/Kawasaki/Motorcycle/1999/VN1500-J1+Vulcan+1500+Drifter/DECALS+%28GOOSEBERRY%29%28VN1500-J1%29/parts.html
Dave
same badges as a 99 Drifter 800
For RatMan
Troll you are a true hero and a person to have around, I just went and bought more foil....next will be a complete suit of it to stop the spread of the interference waves to trap our minds.....and steal our ideas.....
also really glad I don't have a face book account..........but then I don't have enough friends to open a book......
Thanks elmo hayride , but 49 was looking for them . Curious now how much I'll have to check the site you posted . Thank you
Troll that's funny . never know when your going to toss something out from the lurking ::) This may put you on ratman's list so be careful on what you open via usps
D1 it would take more then that to have Troll move to the list that you and PC are on, along with GB........
Quote from: CDNRatMan on January 29, 2014, 19:49:02 PM
D1 it would take more then that to have Troll move to the list that you and PC are on, along with GB........
What'd I do? I've been nice lately! ;)
You been on that list a long time, perhaps I should move you to my bus list. Ok New list
off the list ......D1, GB and straddling the fence is 49
Bus list everyone else.......
lol .... pastor dude you'll be off the bus list in no time ;D . Ratman when you send the pics out be sure mine is the tinfoil WHOLE suit GB and 49 can have the other pics , thank you ;)
Drifter1 I have some special Army pictures just for you buddy.........
I think I should be scared, but I'm more bewildered.
Whatever......I'll man up to the challenge! (or gouge out my eyes with a spoon)
LOL please no Army pictures for me , PC says he's up for the challenge send them his way . Thanks pastor dude your a kind fella for volunteering this mission . Might want to borrow them special goggles GB has laying around some where so your eyeballs stay in tact ;D ;D PC if you learn anything from the military it's NEVER volunteer god luck
I only volunteer like a man throws himself on a grenade to save the others.
I just installed a set of Flanders 1" part number 650-08783 cruzer star H bars. 9" height, 18.5" pullback, 33" wide with an 8.5" center. I am 5'9" and I can lean back rather than stretching to reach stock bars now. Had to reroute cables but none had to be replaced with longer ones. I will be getting longer throttle cables though as they get all over the tank when you crank the bars to the right. Once I get the cables and neaten up the rerouting it's gonna be purty sweet ;D
Quote from: artyking on February 24, 2014, 16:44:12 PM
I just installed a set of Flanders 1" part number 650-08783 cruzer star H bars. 9" height, 18.5" pullback, 33" wide with an 8.5" center. I am 5'9" and I can lean back rather than stretching to reach stock bars now. Had to reroute cables but none had to be replaced with longer ones. I will be getting longer throttle cables though as they get all over the tank when you crank the bars to the right. Once I get the cables and neaten up the rerouting it's gonna be purty sweet ;D
You got pics of those bars?? PastorDude always said if there ain't no pictures, it didn't happen... ;D
it is always nice to have a couple before and then after pictures to see the difference too.
HHHHMMMMM I would have loved to see the pics myself ::) I do have the new bars here in the basement ( long horns ) I'm going to be putting on the 1500 for 2014/2015 winter . I'll take a pic of them on top of the stock bars for ya'll tomorrow . It's a HUGE difference .
Quote from: Drift1 on February 24, 2014, 18:41:18 PM
HHHHMMMMM I would have loved to see the pics myself ::) I do have the new bars here in the basement ( long horns ) I'm going to be putting on the 1500 for 2014/2015 winter . I'll take a pic of them on top of the stock bars for ya'll tomorrow . It's a HUGE difference .
Did I miss those pictures somehow? I'm thinking of new bars or risers, and was doing some research....
GB I'm away from the homestead , but will post the pics of these bars as soon as I get back , my friend ;)
GB we all missed those pictures......
Quote from: Drift1 on April 16, 2014, 06:29:27 AM
GB I'm away from the homestead , but will post the pics of these bars as soon as I get back , my friend ;)
I know, vacation, vacation.... How is vacation, anyways???
GB here are some pictures of the bars placed on top of the 800 bars and as close as I could get them for the 1500 without moving the mirrors . As you can see these are considerably longer bars . When I first bought them , and my seat was still installed on the bike , I placed them on top of the bars just to get a feel and I really liked the positioning were they laid . I have this mod on the 2015 winter list . Oh and yes the protective tubing is still on the bars so not to scratch :o
WOW a lot longer then the stock bars on the 800. Not sure I would like them.
Those are quite a bit longer, eh? Looks like the new bars put your hands maybe 4-5" behind the current bar's, and turns the grips more inline with the bike. It would be nice to get a test ride on those before buying. But that would be hard to do.
There much longer then the stock bars . My cousin has a springer classic with these bars that I had the opportunity to ride . The bars seemed very comfortably positioned for me , let me sit straight up , instead of that slight - slouch forward lean feeling . Actually felt like they added power steering to the bike ... LOL .
Your right GB wish we could sample the bars like fitting a pair of shoes , unfortunately it's trial and error for us , so hope it all pans out . I know what feels right on one brand of bike mat not feel the same on another .