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On mine, I removed that block, then mounted the prongs to the upper triple tree (drilled and tapped some holes) and reconnected the wires.
I did the same, drilled and used self tapping screws.
I also removed Cruise that didn't work, Stereo, CB, and all the associated cables.
While your that far I'd replace the riser bushing with polyurethane, if you haven't already.
Also got rid of that hideous schrader valve that seemed to target my head anytime I bent down on the primary side.
I did the same, drilled and used self tapping screws.
I also removed Cruise that didn't work, Stereo, CB, and all the associated cables.
While your that far I'd replace the riser bushing with polyurethane, if you haven't already.
Also got rid of that hideous schrader valve that seemed to target my head anytime I bent down on the primary side.
Risers are the parts that mount the handlebars to the Triple tree, with age they dry rot and crack, and the stock bushings are soft with a lot of play. They are made that way for cushion, however I much prefer the polyurethane, as they are firmer and eliminate handlebar movement, without being harsh.
Also I should have typed bushings as there are 2 risers and 4 bushings.
The left riser will have a ground wire on it.
Last edited by TSheff; Jan 24, 2018 at 09:46 AM.
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Risers are the parts that mount the handlebars to the Triple tree, with age they dry rot and crack, and the stock bushings are soft with a lot of play. They are made that way for cushion, however I much prefer the polyurethane, as they are firmer and eliminate handlebar movement, without being harsh.
Also I should have typed bushings as there are 2 risers and 4 bushings.
The left riser will have a ground wire on it.
Got it. I know what you're talking about now. Yeah, mine are still rubber.
Got it. I know what you're talking about now. Yeah, mine are still rubber.
You know all you had to do to get it that far, and probably don't want to do it too many times, so now's the time for a $20 upgrade that will save headaches down the road.
You know all you had to do to get it that far, and probably don't want to do it too many times, so now's the time for a $20 upgrade that will save headaches down the road.
Something like this from the auto parts store, or if you know someone with an auto body shop, see if they can supply you with some plastic panel/bumper repair epoxy and reinforced mesh,(that's what I did)
Forks are back in, relocated the ground block, installed new brake lines, and am waiting for the bumper repair kit to cure before I reinstall the inner fairing.
I would rethink all those wire nuts. It's not that head to solder and heat shrink and definitely better than going back in because of a poor ground or bad connection.
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