Stephen_Spencer
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Shakedown run for the ‘comfy ass cafe conversion’ today. Delighted with the outcome. The ABM bars, in the zeroed position, provide a ride changing upgrade to the usually torturous (for me) cafe racer.
Zero discomfort with the neck or upper back which was a real problem for me, usually after about an hour; putting me off riding it on occasion. Some weight remains on the wrists obviously, as with any clip-on bars, but it is drastically reduced.
Took me a while to realise why the front suspension felt more compliant - it had way less of my 95 kg bulk bearing down on it.
All up a significant improvement in comfort for the cafe racer, whilst still retaining the cafe aesthetic. Easier and I suspect cheaper than converting to the Norton high bars. Lots of further adjustment available. May be a bit of a game changer for those of us wanting to continue riding the cafe racer as we get (even) older! Result!!
Zero discomfort with the neck or upper back which was a real problem for me, usually after about an hour; putting me off riding it on occasion. Some weight remains on the wrists obviously, as with any clip-on bars, but it is drastically reduced.
Took me a while to realise why the front suspension felt more compliant - it had way less of my 95 kg bulk bearing down on it.
All up a significant improvement in comfort for the cafe racer, whilst still retaining the cafe aesthetic. Easier and I suspect cheaper than converting to the Norton high bars. Lots of further adjustment available. May be a bit of a game changer for those of us wanting to continue riding the cafe racer as we get (even) older! Result!!
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