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Old Mar 26, 2026 | 04:08 PM
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Default Need some torque values please.
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Are there torque values for the handlebar clamps?
By which i mean the 2 large bolts that go trough the top yoke into the risers, as well as the 4 small bolts that clamp the bars to the risers.
I'm replacing the bushings in there hence the question.
I don't see anything in the manual.

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Good 'N' Tight, and blue Loctite 243.
 
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You can get a good idea here.

https://www.futek.com/bolttorque/american

The 5/16-18 are typically steel socket head cap screws so you can use grade 8.

The bottom ones may be grade 5 1/2-13

You can use a yield strength of about 40000 to 50000 for cast steel..
 
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All right, thanks everyone.
Tight it is.
 
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The attached provides most all torques. They do not change much year to year.


Handlebar lower clamp bolts (risers) 30-40 ft-lbs

Handlebar upper clamp screws 16-20 ft-lbs

 
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Originally Posted by CoolBreeze3646
The attached provides most all torques. They do not change much year to year.


Handlebar lower clamp bolts (risers) 30-40 ft-lbs

Handlebar upper clamp screws 16-20 ft-lbs

Thanks, very helpful.
I need to keep that for future reference.
 
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I was shocked when I found out the clamp bolts are only supposed to be around 17-18 ft-lbs, I used to crank them down real tight. Now I have mine set at 18 ft Lbs. and they havent budged.
 
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Good 'N' Tight, and blue Loctite 243.

Sounds like a Candy Striper....
 
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