So this is how I dealt with clubman bars hitting my tank

[Slantyface]

So I'm aware that this is not an uncommon method for dealing with clubman bars hitting the tank, but since I've already done it, I figured I would take pictures and share. So I started by checking out my steering stops to see how thick they were, found an appropriately sized drill bit, and put a hole through each stop. From what I understand, its best to take the smallest amount of material away possible to try and preserve the integrity of the stop. So I didn't use a very large bit. From there I went to the local hardware store found bolts small enough to fit through the hole. I personally used 4-40 bolts and washers. They aren't pretty, but tend to go with function over form. To secure it I used a Ny-Loc lock nut to make sure it won't rattle loose. I stacked the washers up on each side until I was comfortable with the stop distance and the position of the bars with the side of the tank. Now, I'm not saying this option is for everyone. Its probably not. You do lose some low speed steering travel and some people don't like that. But my theory is that the only time I'll be using that much travel is parking lot situations? Since I'm not brave enough to dent my tank in at this point where the bars would connect, this option was what was best for me.
I've got a few photos of the stops for illustration.
My bike is dirty. I know.

 

[Tim]

Looks good. At the end of the day the steering stops should only come in to play when the bike is parked or being wheeled around by hand. If you're riding the bike and the steering hits those limits, you won't be on the bike long and the stop falling apart isn't going to cause you any extra grief

 

[Wahoo650]

Did the same on my 650- small hole in the original stop and ran a little self tapper in each side, the thickness of the head was all I needed.

 

[o1marc]

If you drill then tap the hole all you need is the bolt and a lock nut. Screw the nut onto the bolt and then the bolt into the stop. Adjust the length and tighten the lock nut. It will clean up the appearance this way.

 

[Slantyface]

I had considered tapping the holes as well, but since the bolts are pretty tiny and hiding behind the headlight bucket I skipped it. Always an option in the future tho!

 

[AceCR]

Cool I need to do that