I've got the stock bars set on HR1 risers and it works ergonomically for me at 5'8". Height doesn't always reflect arm length, though. The risers did bring my bars up so they just about touch my speakers, but no problems interfering with the Corbin fairing for me.
http://refinedcycle.com/HR1-Riser-Extensions-for-Yamaha-Stratoliner-Roadliner-HR1.htm

 

Have you looked into Yamaha's "touring bars" for the bike? They are about an inch narrower and and come back about an inch farther.

 

Last night I placed a order for the baron pull back risers in black.
Those will be here tomorrow so I will be doing that the week of Friday.

 

...........the week of Friday.

Man, you have some really long Fridays !




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Think how awesome weeks would be if they were all Friday's. I wouldn't have to to work at all cause Friday's I have off..

 

Yeah I would have a lot more free time, bit a lot less money. No work = no pay for me


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Okay as a Shorter rider (5'5" with my heels on ) I would like to move stuff towards me. ......

I'm a shorty too (you've got an inch on me, LOL), but the riding position of mine is perfect for me. The previous owner was close to 6' if I remember right - never met the guy, but he mentioned his height in a phone call before I bought it (eBay).

I'll have to take some pics of my setup once I pull the 'Liner out of hibernation. It's in a bad spot right now, all covered up to boot.

Not sure if my risers are stock or not. The bars I believe are aftermarket, as they're pretty big (as in long). I'll get some pics in a few weeks ...



EDIT: well I can tell it's close to bed time for me. Already have these old pics. I'll get some CLOSER pics in a few weeks ...

 

The bars I believe are aftermarket, as they're pretty big (as in long).

They don't look too different from stock. Or maybe the Yamaha touring bars that are basically the stock bars with a little bit tighter bends so they are a little more narrow and come back a little farther.

 

Thanks for the picture I like the looks of your bars. I'm thinking maybe you should take those and the fairing and send them to me. This way I can make sure I like them

I picked up baron pullback risers yesterday and I might start the installation process soon. I'm feeling kinda lazy. I knew I shouldn't have sat down when I got home from work.

These seem simple to install. I guess that's my worry every time I try something easy it never turns out in my favor

 

Story of my life brutha.

I own a 1850's farm house, a S10 Blazer and a Ford Focus - life is never simple with this level of turd around.

 

Fivepoints to you leave the Brake cable alone or did you have dealer put a Longer one on ?

 

The stock cables worked fine, have just enough slack for full lock turns.
I see your update. Looking good!

 

Baron Pullback Riser

Well I decided I would start the Install process tonight.
I was surprised at how Easy it was. took about 45 minutes total time ( 2 cups of coffee as the garage is a little chili)

Here are some steps and Pictures.

1. remove the speedo gauge (set this aside and install last. The instrustions say you can Install this again but its easier with it off and gives you more room) remove the 3 allen bolts and Disconnect.

Step 2.
Loosen the 2 12 mm bolts on from of gas tank.

Then the 2 10MM bolts under the seat

Then grab a FLat tip Screwdriver. Put in adjusment slot and turn towards rear of bike

After this is Done and the tank is adjusted to the farthest it can go back tighten tank back up. Make sure you have the bolts line up as the tank needs to sit square on tank.

Now on to the Risers.

 

Step 4.
Remove the Chrome caps (directions say use fingernails but unless you have steel fingernails I had to use a super small Screwdriver)

Then remove the 4 Hex head cap screw (6mm i believe) also have a help Hold the bars ( i didn't have a helper so I was just careful) after removed take top of old riser block off

I just layed the handlebars over the front of the Bike.

Step 5
Remove the Acorn nut from under the triple tree. ( i found it Easier with a Deep well socket and turning the bars to each side to get more work room)

Step 6
Put new riser Block bottoms on. use the hex bolt provided. Spacer goes inbetween riser block and triple tree. washer and nylock nut go on bottom.

 

Next step ( i forgot what number i was on)
Put bars in New riser block. (this takes a Little move. you have to take the Brake cable out of the guide in order to make it long enough to work.)
Tighten down the top of the riser block with the supplied hex bolts. The bolts have to be tighten closest to rider first.

Make sure everything is tight.
Im sure i will have to adjust them a Little after the first ride. The height angle might need to come down. Also you Might need to rotate you Clutch and brakes to make it comfortable for new Position.

Okay things I forgot to get a Picture of was the Brake cable thingy.
Put your speedo back on and your ready to give it a test ride (weather permitting. Not like the snow im getting as I type this.)
Okay I think thats it if you have any questions please feel free to ask.

 

Nice - after looking at your setup, I'm fairly certain my bars are 100% stock ... but I might have aftermarket risers. Mine don't sweep back quite as far as your new ones though.

Going by memory - been 5 months since I've seen my bike without a cover!

 

We had a new guy on the chapter ride today and he just moved into the area from Boston. I don't know what he thinks of the anything else about the area but he sure does like the weather down here. It was a little cool in the morning but after lunch it was sunny and mid-high 50s, perfect for riding.

 

I'd love nothing more than to leave this cesspit for good ....

Someday ....

 

Went for another quick ride today and I really like these a lot. Still have to rotate the brake and clutch lever. I am also going to tilt the bars down just a bit.

 

Yesterday I went for 100 mile ride. I had to stop and adjust the bars 2 times and finally got them dialed in. They are great and I'm very glad I added them to the Strat.

I would say that if they cut the distance in half that would be okay as well. They feel good but are almost to close.

 

I installed 3 1/2 inch risers and they are just about perfect. No need to lengthen cables or anything. Had to add blue Loctite and really wank the bolts down to prevent slippage. It's been rock solid. I do have a innate fear of the bars slipping down tho'.... $38 from ebay.

BacknSaddle

 

Krazy,

So how many inches were these, and did you have to change out your cables?

 

I didn't have to change cables they raise them a 1 and move them back 2.5 inches I think.