Determining Riser Height

rmkelvis · Jan 18, 2014

What is the best method to determine the correct height of a handlebar riser?

I own a 09 600 sumitt and the stock riser seems just a little short.
I am 5' 11".
When in a standing position with a slight knee bend, I tend to be pulled forward off balance.

Your thoughts?

winter brew · Jan 18, 2014

Do you have the block in line with the post or pushed forward? It should be close to the post angle or just slightly forward so you're not forced to reach or lean as far forward.

rmkelvis · Jan 18, 2014

It is just slightly forward so that I have as much weight as possible to the front of the sled. Also I have an ankle that is fused so my balance is not great.

winter brew · Jan 18, 2014

You should be able to go 2" over stock without any wiring problems. You may need to reroute the throttle cable outside the block or wherever it gives you the most length. I did the same thing on my XP, just more comfortable and more leverage.

rmkelvis · Jan 19, 2014

Does an individual need to purchase a new riser or can you buy a 2" extension for the current riser?

backcountryislife · Jan 19, 2014

Need a new riser.

The taller of the adjustable risers seems like it would be ideal for you. Being able to adjust for different riding types is really nice.

LRD · Jan 21, 2014

I have gone from 4" riser on my 08 TNT mod to 8" with stock throttle cable and brake line .
Just need to arrange throttle cable and brake line to get most length
possible out of them. Brake line you have to rotate that 90 degree fitting
on the handle bar/brake that brake line is hooked to.

Good Luck

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