switching handlebars; cable compatability?

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switching handlebars; cable compatability?

18 Aug 2010 07:40

I have a drag bar on my Z1 now, but want to switch to superbike bars (to give the bar more clearance from the tank when at the locks). I bought shorter throttle and clutch cables from Z1enterprises to go with the drag bar, but never installed them. Will these cables work with superbike bars, or will I need to get the stock length cables? Thanks!

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Re: switching handlebars; cable compatability?

18 Aug 2010 09:48

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Stock cables are a little long for superbike bars but will work. As far as the shorter ones working you will have to do a mockup to see if they are long enough

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Re: switching handlebars; cable compatability?

18 Aug 2010 09:58 - 18 Aug 2010 10:05

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If existing cables prove too short, Z1R cables might work.

Would inquire of Z1E.
They know which cables fit best with various bars mounted on Z1.

Might also consider throttle cables.

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