XBR clip-on conversion for XBS

[shilohsk8]

I just thought I would post a walk-through of my XBR top triple conversion for my XBS. I looked everywhere for a step by step for this mod, and got some good leads, but nothing that explained it all. So here it is for those who might want to do this.


Things you'll need:
Dremmel
Drill
Rubber mallet
3 rivet-nuts size 5/16
JB weld


Step 1:
Cut ignition loop off XBR top tripple


Smooth out cuts with grinding/sanding bits


Step 2:
Remove windscreen, lights, ignition, modules etc...

Take XBR triple and place over XBS triple to line up holes that you will be drilling. With a ruler line up middle hole placement and mark a dot on top triple in center.

Then measure distance and make dots on the two sides of center dot.

After you have made your marks drill holes and insert 5/16 rivet-nuts.

Remove old top triple. You will probably need to give it some love taps with a rubber mallet.

Use JB weld to glue rivet-nuts into the triple. And let it fully harden over night.


Step 3:
Cut notches out of modules so clip-ons will have clearance. Just try to bolt them back up to see where cuts are needed.


Bolt ignition and modules back to triple and drill hole for clutch cable.

Now put front end back together.

While I was putting my blinkers on I made them shorter by putting the extension on the inside of the modules. I hate those long blinkers.

Replace windshield and your done.

Except for grinding down your key.

You need to do this to make it fit.


I used spacers to push out my modules a little so stock master cylinder would fit.

As soon as I get an XBRR master cylinder I'll remove them.


Before.

After.



I hope this helps anyone who is interested in doing this.:D

[blackedout]

Great mod and great write up. I love to see the pictures go along with write ups. I give you a rep point.

[blackedout]

Oh yeah, how do you like the feel compared to stock? I think I would have to ride an R before attempting this mod.

[shilohsk8]

Thanks for the good rep blackedout I appreciate that. To answer your question I am really happy with it! Cornering is a lot better and on the freeway at high speeds I feel more stable. Being in a more aggressive position makes the little cosmetic windshield feel like it's doing something.:D

[FIDOSOL]

I love my Bikini fairing, keeps me from driving too much faster than I should... Any idea how this compares to the other top triple mods?

[shilohsk8]

The only other clip-on style mod I can think of would be the Crossroads bars. Which are in the same position but a couple of inches taller due to being bolted to the stock handlebar clamp. I was really surprised when I decided to do this to find out that the aftermarket for XB bars is pretty slim.

[sinpieces]

Hi Shilo,

what a work you've been doing- puhh!
Excuse me for saying this; - had it not been easier to just buy either the Crossroads Performance - 7 degree (steeper) or the 0 degree bars directly?
I think the 0 degree is very nice. That voids all modification as it works as bolt on.

[LeFox]

nice write-up, shilohsk8

[buell007]

plus two sweet write up

[shilohsk8]

quoting sinpieces

Excuse me for saying this; - had it not been easier to just buy either the Crossroads Performance - 7 degree (steeper) or the 0 degree bars directly?

I agree with you sin it would have been much easier but I really like the factory look of the XBR clip-ons. I was going to go the crossroads route but ended up buying the XBR triple for $50 and you can't beat that. Plus this is a way easier mod than I expected. If I ever want to go back to stock all I will need is new modules $80 total plus the $50 for the triple. That is still way less money than the crossroads. Regardless of the money factor it was a lot of fun to do, I love tinkering with stuff.:D