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taller bars on the trail
- you guys like it........ no?
started by 440_jag
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January 22nd 2009 at 7:33 AM
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440_jag
450 horse ditch bannger
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Location: Galesville, wisconsin, USA
Current Sled: 2002 zr 500 cce
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I was thinking of getting a 8 inch block for my zr. it has a stock 4 and i dont like it. you guys ever had on 8 inch bars and liked it on the trail?
Thanks
2002 Zr 500 CCE
D&D pipe ported polished y 6 inch riser Acerbis Handguards Chrome winshield Pro-glider Rack Rsi pad Ripped graphics Fox snow pro shocks clickers
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January 22nd 2009 at 7:37 AM
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GotMud
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I've got 8.5" risers on mine. I like it more off trail for the leverage. Being so tall on trail is nice in twisties because I can comfortably stand to see what's around the next corner. Downfall is you'll need handgaurds, knuckles will get cold fast lol.
When hell freezes over I'll ride there too!!
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January 22nd 2009 at 7:45 AM
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space2ace
sir breaks-a-lot
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Location: Jackson, Wisconsin, USA
Current Sled: 02 Zr600&97Zr440
2008-2009 Miles: 112
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I don't have a 8 but a 6.5 and I like being able to stand up with out hunching over. And yes hand guards, or a really tall windshield lol.
Broke It Again
97 zr440
02 Zr600 cce
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January 22nd 2009 at 7:49 AM
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KRSS144
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I went 9" its fun on the trail, the only time it sucks is when your on an ungroomed trail or making your own trail through the woods=tight fit.
QUOTE(JeremyZ3 @ Jan 27 2009, 04:38 PM)
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January 22nd 2009 at 8:05 AM
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dtmmil
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Depends, if you like to sit on the trails for me its almost to high, or just about right, my throttle ends up at kind of a funny angle so its a little awkward at times. How tall are you? Do you stand a lot?
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Homeade 7 1/2" riser
Homeade suspension drop brackets
shortened and blackened windshield
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144 conversion, tracks usa extensions, custom tunnel extension and rear bumper, IQ flap, 1.25" track
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January 22nd 2009 at 8:32 AM
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MJay
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Tall bars on the trail sucks. You have to use your shoulders more to push the bars. However the leverage and comfort for off trail riding is well worth the tradeoff. I usually end up standing when riding trails. If you like to sit down a lot then high bars will only make your sled more difficult to handle. Trail sleds need nice low bars so you can sit and control your sled better. Ya dont see many crotch rockets with high bars do ya?
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January 22nd 2009 at 8:38 AM
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firecatF5
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I have an 8 inch on my firecat. It great for off-trail and ok for trail. The best way to still control your sled with tall bars on the trail, is to stand. It does require more work to turn the sled when your on trail, and your arms may be sore the first few rides, but for off trail and ditch-banging, its almost a must.
What you could do, is start with the 6.5 riser. Thats what i did, and it was the very right height for trail/ off trail, about 50% of both. I have a 6.5 riser if you want it, just hit me with a PM  .
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January 22nd 2009 at 8:45 AM
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dtmmil
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Ya dont see many crotch rockets with high bars do ya?
That would be a site to see wouldn't it, a set of 12" apes on a ninja!!
Clutched
Jetted, boyesen reed petals, boost bottle, 98xc carbs slides, 1371 needles, gutted air box
Homeade 7 1/2" riser
Homeade suspension drop brackets
shortened and blackened windshield
powermadd handguards
144 conversion, tracks usa extensions, custom tunnel extension and rear bumper, IQ flap, 1.25" track
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January 22nd 2009 at 8:53 AM
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xcr440
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I like my 2" plus iso vibe on my pro x and my 3" on my 440. No need to go any higher it works well in my area. The 440 also has a lower seat so no need to go higher.
a good beer drinker isnt a picky beer drinker
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2003 Pro x 700 almond/blue,10-66 black/red team 719 T-flow, 440 mains
1997 xcr440 my clutch kit, 380 mains,T-flow
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January 22nd 2009 at 8:53 AM
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powder_special_900
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ive got about an 8" rise on mine and if ur doing trail riding id go half that... i find even if i hvae to carry a passenger, or take the gf for a ride, its hard to sit down and still handel the sled well
1996 580 EXT Mountain Cat 136"
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January 22nd 2009 at 5:12 PM
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ripperd
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Quote originally posted by firecatF5
I have an 8 inch on my firecat. It great for off-trail and ok for trail. The best way to still control your sled with tall bars on the trail, is to stand. It does require more work to turn the sled when your on trail, and your arms may be sore the first few rides, but for off trail and ditch-banging, its almost a must.
100% agree. It is a tradeoff between on-trail and off trail. If you do alot of off-trail and ditchbanging they are worth it.
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January 22nd 2009 at 5:15 PM
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indy12
Hit a ROCK!! Broke trailing arm
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My sled has a 3in riser on it and that is perfect, and im 5'11
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January 22nd 2009 at 6:09 PM
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70panther340
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risers are good. but make sure you get them that can pivot up. if you just get a block, its gonna push you back on your seat, because the bars will be in your chest
take off your windshield, it'll make you go faster
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January 22nd 2009 at 8:18 PM
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Polaristhewayout
Rider of sleds
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Location: Webster, South Dakota
Current Sled: 02 pro-x 440, Indy 500
2008-2009 Miles: 100
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Since we're on the subject, what does a guy have to do to get about a 4 in. riser on a stock indy 500... kills my back when I stand with the stock bars.
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January 22nd 2009 at 8:41 PM
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dtmmil
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Probably a throttle cable extension, you may be able to get away without a brake extension.
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Jetted, boyesen reed petals, boost bottle, 98xc carbs slides, 1371 needles, gutted air box
Homeade 7 1/2" riser
Homeade suspension drop brackets
shortened and blackened windshield
powermadd handguards
144 conversion, tracks usa extensions, custom tunnel extension and rear bumper, IQ flap, 1.25" track
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January 22nd 2009 at 9:44 PM
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Polaristhewayout
Rider of sleds
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Location: Webster, South Dakota
Current Sled: 02 pro-x 440, Indy 500
2008-2009 Miles: 100
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thanks^^ is that is just a throttle extension(and the riser of course)
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January 22nd 2009 at 9:50 PM
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firecatF5
SEARCHER and DESTROYER of feilds of white!
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yea, try to clip some of the cable ties too, i got my 8 inch on with no extensions, just had to re-do one zip tie.
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January 22nd 2009 at 9:54 PM
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dtmmil
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Member Since: January 27th 2007
Location: Hawley, MN, USA
Current Sled: 99 xc700
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Yes, riser of your choice, I would say some type of pivot, and a throttle cable extension. Before you order anything though, do what firecat said, clip some ties if any, see how much extra brake line you do have first.
Clutched
Jetted, boyesen reed petals, boost bottle, 98xc carbs slides, 1371 needles, gutted air box
Homeade 7 1/2" riser
Homeade suspension drop brackets
shortened and blackened windshield
powermadd handguards
144 conversion, tracks usa extensions, custom tunnel extension and rear bumper, IQ flap, 1.25" track
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January 22nd 2009 at 9:57 PM
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gordonchaine
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Bigger is better. I've got a 8" on mine and I love it.
What's your problem? RUFWM?
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January 22nd 2009 at 10:03 PM
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pigboy
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Mjay has it right. Anything that raises your arms more then horzintal
on the trails is uncomfortable and not as efficent on the trails.
I'm a trail rider (first and foremost) and have experientmented with different levels.
As a trail rider, I'd rather be slitgly hunched off trail and be in total comfort on those 200mi plus trail day.s
I reject your reality and substitute my own. 
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January 22nd 2009 at 10:25 PM
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Polaristhewayout
Rider of sleds
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Location: Webster, South Dakota
Current Sled: 02 pro-x 440, Indy 500
2008-2009 Miles: 100
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Quote originally posted by gordonchaine
Bigger is better. I've got a 8" on mine and I love it.
I'm only 5'8'' though
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January 23rd 2009 at 7:08 AM
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I'm running 9" on my Dragon.
I am not a trail rider though.
Sitting is what we do when eating lunch
Quote originally posted by Polaristhewayout
thanks^^ is that is just a throttle extension(and the riser of course)
You have the old black rubber brake line on that 500, and it will reach pretty well.
If memory serves correct, you are good for about 5 inches there.
The throttle cable is good for about 3 inches on your model.
Definately go straight up with a pivot riser.
It's just worlds better in the handeling department than being pushed to the back of the sled.
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January 23rd 2009 at 7:36 AM
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440_jag
450 horse ditch bannger
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1488 Posts
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Member Since: July 30th 2007
Location: Galesville, wisconsin, USA
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2008-2009 Miles: 500
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Quote originally posted by dtmmil
Depends, if you like to sit on the trails for me its almost to high, or just about right, my throttle ends up at kind of a funny angle so its a little awkward at times. How tall are you? Do you stand a lot?
6'1'' stand most of the time Once i get some more cash im deffenetly going to get some, i do a lot of boondocking, ditching and hill climbing. should suit me well. thanks for all the imput. well appreciated.
2002 Zr 500 CCE
D&D pipe ported polished y 6 inch riser Acerbis Handguards Chrome winshield Pro-glider Rack Rsi pad Ripped graphics Fox snow pro shocks clickers
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January 24th 2009 at 6:42 PM
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1drsdragon
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I put a high riser on mine.....very comfortable for me, but then again I am 6'4"
Work is for people who don't have hobbies !
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January 24th 2009 at 11:13 PM
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Shane_98c
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Quote originally posted by 1drsdragon
I put a high riser on mine.....very comfortable for me, but then again I am 6'4"
How much rise is that? I am 6' 4" as well and looking at putting on some risers, but seems like I need to go rediculously high...
Finland--Silver Bay, MN.
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