Aligning risers

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May 1, 2009 | 06:44 PM

MNrider

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Aligning risers

I installed some 8" risers on my fatbob. They don't look like they are perfectly aligned. The right side seems to lean closer to me than the left side. Any tips to keep these lined up when installing?

May 1, 2009 | 10:40 PM

Mr. Lucky

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Unless they are bent, shouldn't they self-align with the handlebar installed?

May 1, 2009 | 10:44 PM

Dizzzy

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I normaly tighten the clamp while the riser bolts are loose. Then tighten the riser bolts after the bars/risers are straight.

May 1, 2009 | 11:14 PM

Rick1972

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Originally Posted by Dizzzy

I normaly tighten the clamp while the riser bolts are loose. Then tighten the riser bolts after the bars/risers are straight.

+1 on that.... I had the same issue with my SG. Since you have a good idea where the bars will sit in the risers, loosen the clamp and the riser bolts. Once the riser bolts are loose, tighten the clamp to ensure the handlebar is seated in the risers correctly. Then just re-tighten the riser bolts.