I also installed +6 inch Clearview shield ($120 shipped) to compliment the setup.
>>> "Boman, Jeff" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 01/31 9:03 AM >>> Sail, How about sharing some cost numbers with the group for comparison shopping purposes. Helibars.......................................$163 (delivered cost) Superbike Kit..................................$ The "Sail Superbike/Helibar Mod" Kit"..........$ -----Original Message----- From: Sail Kim [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Friday, January 31, 2003 9:00 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Helibar Installation I've been using various Helibars for few years and very satisfied. I also installed Helibars on my GTS but not the one designed for GTS. I've installed Superbike streeing plate and Helibars designed for ST1100 which is three way adjustable and Vista lock. It took me two weeks to re-route all the cables but the end result is quite satisfing. At its highest position I'm siting 90 degree upright and 700 mile a day with no pain in my arm. My hands no longer blocking the mirrors so that I can see the traffics behind. If I want some agressive riding I just lower the bar about 2 to 3 inches and I'm set. Though expensive and time consuming I highly recommend this setup. Sail >>> "Boman, Jeff" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 01/31 7:38 AM >>> I have done a lot of mechanical work on motorcycles and automobile but in all my memory I cannot remember the last time things went so smoothly. Installation time for the Helibars was less than an hour and I experienced no cable length problems, wiring problems or fastener problems. Hell, the left hand grip wasn't even a challenge. I had to do a double check to ensure that everything really was attached and that I hadn't missed something. Compliments to Helibar for doing a great engineering job! I really didn't think that the Helibars would make that much of a change, the ride in to work this morning indicated otherwise. The wrist pain I experienced on my daily commute was gone. The bike has a different feel since I'm sitting up a bit "taller" but after a few rides the new seat position will become the norm. This may be the best money that I've spent on GTS. atb Jeff B. San Diego - Sunny and 80 degrees in January P.S. One additional benefit of the Helibars is that I can now see the clock a lot easier. For GTSers still using the stock bars you can remove the spacer ring between the brake master cylinder and the "kill" switch to allow the master cylinder to be moved towards the switch, thereby providing a direct line of sight to the clock.
