Handlebar Problem!!!!!!
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Handlebar Problem!!!!!!
I have a 1988 Ultra that I would like to change the handlebars and grips on. Unfortunately I have the handlebars with the air chamber in them. I've done a search and haven't found any info on what can be done. Is there away around this like a relocation kit or something of that sort? Would changing out the front forks to a newer version without the air chamber be a option? I realize this is a older bike and my options may be limited but I don't mind being a little creative with my solutions either. Thanks for any info.
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Maybe he could weld plugs over the ends of the new bars and do what you are suggesting.
Sure it will mess up the chrome but who cares no one will see it.
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Well, I see it as (pick one):
* Modify new bars to hold air (air fitting plus schrader valve).
* Change crash bars out to prior style for air reservoir.
* Modify existing crash bars (air fitting plus schrader valve).
* Add another air reservoir somewhere.
* Eliminate the air suspension with new springs, I think. There's a thread or two here describing it.
* Modify new bars to hold air (air fitting plus schrader valve).
* Change crash bars out to prior style for air reservoir.
* Modify existing crash bars (air fitting plus schrader valve).
* Add another air reservoir somewhere.
* Eliminate the air suspension with new springs, I think. There's a thread or two here describing it.
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Gunslingertom..... I understand the long winter. We have 2"-4" of snow but supposed to be in the upper 50's by the end of the week. I'm really feeling sick...
From what little info I have found I'm under the impression that the air is just to keep pressure on the oil in the front forks, correct. Assuming that's correct, and I know what assuming gets. It shouldn't matter where the air is stored...the handlebars, crachbars or any other reservoir as long as it is at the correct psi.
From what little info I have found I'm under the impression that the air is just to keep pressure on the oil in the front forks, correct. Assuming that's correct, and I know what assuming gets. It shouldn't matter where the air is stored...the handlebars, crachbars or any other reservoir as long as it is at the correct psi.
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From what little info I have found I'm under the impression that the air is just to keep pressure on the oil in the front forks, correct. Assuming that's correct, and I know what assuming gets. It shouldn't matter where the air is stored...the handlebars, crachbars or any other reservoir as long as it is at the correct psi.
Don't forget the last option made by the Doc.
Eliminate the air with new springs. (This is what I would choose if I were you).
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Besides helping solve my handlebar problem would there be any other benefits from going to springs. I don't want to have to spend a bunch of money just to be able to change handlebars. If there's a benefit making the switch then I'm all for spending the extra.