Cleaning bars-Looking for switches

2_DONE_THE_TON

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DTT BOTM WINNER

• Oct 19, 2017

• #21

Finally the grip and clutch lever arrived!gonna trial fit the carbs with the bowden to check how the carbs feel and see where I can place the switches.
Not gonna go with these bars...way too uncomfortable for my worn out back

 

canyoncarver

'hacking is learning'

DTT BOTM WINNER

• Oct 19, 2017

• #22

Give these a look:

http://www.b1racingproducts.com/handlebar-switches/57-race-handlebar-switch-4-button.html

 

M

MCKAY34

Been Around the Block

DTT BOTM WINNER

• Oct 20, 2017

• #23

hey mate, here is what i did on my xt500, i wanted the "clean look" also.
Horn and blinkers on the left, high beam switch on the back of the headlight. works great and keeps those handlebars clean. i bought the parts from modern motorcycle company in Melbourne.

 

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2_DONE_THE_TON

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DTT BOTM WINNER

• Oct 21, 2017

• #24

Wow thanks mate!
Looks amazing!How did you go about getting all the cables trough your bars?Was it a tight fit?

Does the black paint on the switches chip easily?
If yes I will go for the chromes version.

 

M

MCKAY34

Been Around the Block

DTT BOTM WINNER

• Oct 21, 2017

• #25

yeah i would go the chrome, the black scratches very easily.
The wires are no problem, its a little tricky trying to pull the wires out of the exit hole in the center of the handlebars though, i made a nail with a little hook on the end.
Also your drill holes have to be absolutely perfect for the switch bracket. which is difficult considering the bars are round.

good luck!

 

R

Ride

Active Member

• Oct 22, 2017

• #26

I added this to the tips FAQ but it really works great... talcum bath powder on the wires lets them slide easily through the bars.

 

2_DONE_THE_TON

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DTT BOTM WINNER

• Oct 23, 2017

• #27

Thank guys for your advise!

I´m in the process of getting my order together.Only problem I see that these switches are "fixed" to the bars.
That means no easy switching around and a fixed bar type for this bike...
I will decide and then order tomorrow...

Cheers guys!