I did complete my own version of the project, which included buying 1200R top clamps. In addition, I used the Heli-bars 1200R adapters which move the bars up and rearward in conjunction with some LSL Bars with 32 mm centers and taper to 22 mm bar ends, to fit the Heli-bar adapters. The bars have a 4 inch rise on their own, but I did not measure the actual overall change.
[img]![[Image: FJHGr2U.jpg]](http://i.imgur.com/FJHGr2U.jpg)
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This also required relocating the brake and clutch lines to the other, more rearward, side of the triple clamps. I found some smaller bar ends from the same site that sells the bars and they work quite well. Foam Grip Puppies were the last touch (not pictured here) and I really like the change in the grip.
The end result is that it is very comfortable for me and has taken the forward lean out of my driving, especially with my 35" sleeve length.. As expected though, the steering is slower but still provides me with the handling I require for canyon driving. I am very pleased with the results and now enjoy cruising my big hot rod.
The last (maybe) modification will be having my standard seat re-upholstered with some additional foam to raise the seat height about .75 inch at the rear and have a thin layer of memory foam added for comfort, and to give my 34" inseam legs a bit more of a relaxed riding position and some additional comfort for longer rides.
As an aside, I now have an extra set of Heli-bar adapters for a 1200RS (for the stock bars), and an extra stock seat (standard height) for sale with 1500 miles on them, in as new condition.
The Heli adapters for sale look like this:
![[Image: 5hvPeXF.jpg]](http://i.imgur.com/5hvPeXF.jpg)
PM if interested.
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[/img]This also required relocating the brake and clutch lines to the other, more rearward, side of the triple clamps. I found some smaller bar ends from the same site that sells the bars and they work quite well. Foam Grip Puppies were the last touch (not pictured here) and I really like the change in the grip.
The end result is that it is very comfortable for me and has taken the forward lean out of my driving, especially with my 35" sleeve length.. As expected though, the steering is slower but still provides me with the handling I require for canyon driving. I am very pleased with the results and now enjoy cruising my big hot rod.
The last (maybe) modification will be having my standard seat re-upholstered with some additional foam to raise the seat height about .75 inch at the rear and have a thin layer of memory foam added for comfort, and to give my 34" inseam legs a bit more of a relaxed riding position and some additional comfort for longer rides.
As an aside, I now have an extra set of Heli-bar adapters for a 1200RS (for the stock bars), and an extra stock seat (standard height) for sale with 1500 miles on them, in as new condition.
The Heli adapters for sale look like this:
PM if interested.