FOUND - Sourcing A&S barbacks?

[jbeebe]

Update: I ended up using universal once from Amazon that can rotate to adjust the height and also the distance to you. The dash pad is no longer bolted to the front, but it is secure and for the price it is fine. after several hours in the saddle, my shoulders still have too much weight on them and get sore, but short of changing the handlebars this is the best it's going to be.

I currently have ~1" risers on my 92 k75s, but i'd like to bring them closer too. Searching led me to the A&S risers/barbacks which I can't seem to find for sale anymore. Can anyone point me to a source? Thanks!

[Laitch]

AI indicates that these will work to move the bars rearward an inch as well as upward. Although a 7/8" handlebar is 0.225mm greater in diameter than 22mm, they assert the clamps will grip firmly. Contact them.

[volador]

Is this a A&S risers/barbacks?

[jbeebe]

Is this a A&S risers/barbacks?

I'm not sure, I've never actually seen them

[jbeebe]

Apparently, the a&s ones have pre tapped holes in them to mount the dash pad.

[Laitch]

Apparently, the a&s ones have pre tapped holes in them to mount the dash pad.

It seems like you'll need to post-tap holes or fabricate angle dash pad brackets that will attach to the barback mounting screws. Be vigilant on eBay though; maybe some will turn up.

[volador]

that's correct the pictured barbacks are ready made to accommodate mount of the dash pad

[Laitch]

Apparently, the a&s ones have pre tapped holes in them to mount the dash pad.

What do you mean by apparently? You haven't seen them so where have you read that?

[jbeebe]

What do you mean by apparently? You haven't seen them so where have you read that?

By apparently, I meant "according to what I read somewhere." Is that incorrect?

[Laitch]

By apparently, I meant "according to what I read somewhere." Is that incorrect?

No, it's just not a useful reference.

Here's a photo of a barback with a tapped hole. Depending on the configuration of the AI set, tapping similar holes might be possible. Drilling then tapping is a relatively simple process. Dewalt sells single bit and tap sets. In the case of the AI set, the brackets will likely need to be mounted after they've been angled for correct orientation then attached using the sets' bolts. It's all doable.
 

[jbeebe]

No, it's just not a useful reference

The condescending tone of your last couple of posts is what's not useful. In the future, please proofread your posts to ensure that the tone is coming across politely and respectfully. As you know being a moderator, your posts shape and set the tone and culture of this entire forum.

Back to the topic: I'm not worried about drilling and tapping a hole if the barbacks make it possible. I could also fab up a small bracket spanning the gap from the original mounting hole up to the pad. If possible though, I'd like to save myself the time by buying the A&S set which has the holes already there.

[Laitch]

The condescending tone of your last couple of posts is what's not usefu. . . .

Duly noted. You just seemed a little stumped; now I know you're just time-constrained.

[volador]

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[jbeebe]

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[mw074]

I have two different types.  If interested, email me.

[Laitch]

Shucks. The difference between proofreading and editing hasn't been covered yet.  It looks like mw074 will postpone that indefinitely. 

[Jacksonian068]

I'm curious if you found the A&S barbacks or equiv??  I started to look around as well, I even called A&S, they haven't stocked them for several years and had no advice on the supplier.  Ugh!  I have read the Master Yoda article on body position and ergonomics.  Strengthening the core certainly helps but nerve compression in the neck isn't going away.  I am now on the quest for "C" bars or barbacks for the K75s.

[Skunky]

Or Just get this type which leave the bottom drilled section in place

https://www.ebay.com/itm/22mm-Universal-Motorcycle-Handle-Bar-Riser-Handlebar-Clamp-Back-Move-Mount/153760352526?var=453782443409&_trkparms=ispr%3D1&hash=item23ccd4c90e:g:r28AAOSwhMxd81Tn&amdata=enc%3AAQAFAAACgBaobrjLl8XobRIiIML1V4Imu%252Fn%252BzU5L90Z278x5ickkxGz2ccqatkEnoeekHqhLkZppQ2k%252BKOz7WagNEFPS%252BI2SZm38qOG1whhW2o7nj8PV50%252BehyuEPdSDqiXd5RXwYwwtHFA0uo6SBRW8ZJ1m5NllBumF2q0fnTkFchV4XZMQQdvhKQ%252Bapf5j%252ByB1QyC9kbJoLYGRAFmI534mdaLBLrTpzzZkV9OBwqo2UV35HFIPZGn7yJWiURgFpQJ9buuZZz3lPFLGRK5owB0mTB3D8VDaIogLkChbw4xNttMVDp5xmB55U082fkwD5YhTy3SOP%252B5eO9mrC2atuGv28nkyCyPXRWPvIKprFMD5b%252Fhub6yVRZ1OmPt4QNMJ8IxXsNQEAYR6WBL8SSUzLI9j7huTIcNWQkw8WzognpKGdlCXQ%252BvQdDNSyL6NUweFMJBMt5YiRSWI1IR1zfCR4Dwtb4oU8RoZ5NI0gz8gE7QldHqRPptTvsRBxuRKVOKUp5%252B28%252FSp7DipY9uyexjv3rBY9iVKlD%252BekGB%252FDeEtAjmurfMrIwoFRU56W29rKFjFGqLQ0iDEbd2qaCGyFdqsUU05O%252BF6lC2MKOoQOAAnLXou4bUwOnsbSvuAp0H7fwSE0YMxSpUAzmR%252Bcu1g64a362jqVuh8shIebu6WSgZQIOus3JuwZv5CcE%252ByVWEqDRTZBOduo94hcAq%252F2SCh6M5QQybgNCQqQT3IL6L1aITkLb8N%252BhdcsOC8OJZcqPIPqj%252BlJrwSb13ENBXmQOJqKzqXfMbz5XGipAkenO59eHRsXn%252BAU%252BlAdZDQMG6VqzORgpgPSwJN%252F3%252Fi%252BAH0%252FalY6eWTTrv%252Fwepfns4%253D%7Ccksum%3A153760352526305a3b8d86c8479883e49abd4defe050%7Campid%3APL_CLK%7Cclp%3A2334524

[volador]

There you go

http://www.2040-parts.com/bar-back-handlebar-riser-bmw-k100rs-i1188108/

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[Skunky]

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Well spotted Comrade Volador. Don’t tell anyone but I was at work when I found the barbacks. Out overzealous software normally filters out dodgy sites which I guess makes you less likely to look too hard.

Comrade Laitch, you need to take down Volador’s reply which still has the link in it. I’ll stick to the Chinese and African sites in future

[Laitch]

Comrade Laitch, you need to take down Volador’s reply which still has the link in it. 

I'm leaving it up so it will be associated with volador's comment as a warning to prospective shoppers. I removed your link because it was a primary recommendation and readers often don't look further once they found something they want.

[volador]

Доверя́й, но проверя́й, tr. Doveryáy, no proveryáy

[milq]

Or Just get this type which leave the bottom drilled section in place

Have you used those? Any cable issues? My K75S is OK for the short distances I've ridden it (under 50 miles so far) but I can see some potential neck issues with any real riding.

[jbeebe]

Have you used those? Any cable issues? My K75S is OK for the short distances I've ridden it (under 50 miles so far) but I can see some potential neck issues with any real riding.

Even with my risers which bring them back as well, this is still a very uncomfortable bike in terms of posture. if I were to keep the motorcycle and for some reason was really attached to this particular one, I would completely change the handlebars. But from what I understand you would have to change the brake line if you do that.

[volador]

Does that mean you are searching for 'C' bars and risers or just the 'C' bars? Would you like those in chrome or black? Heated or Non-?