Driven Clip-on Install

zbreezy27 · July 5th, 2013, 09:49 PM

What's up guys,

So I got and installed my clip-ons today on my 2012 ninja 250. Let me first say that these improve the bike (in my opinion) 100%. To me the riding position is soooo much better than those bicycle stock handlebars. That being said let me explain some of the key points on my installation.

First: I tried to take the bar ends off of the handlebars. They have red lock-tite on the screws so they are a pain in the ass to get off. I've read that you need to take a blow torch to loosen them but I did it different. Since I didn't have a blow torch and didn't want to buy one, I used a pair of vice-grip pliers and a rubber mallet. Clamp the vice grips on the bar end and then hit it with a hammer. It will come loose and then just screw it off. If you want to re-use the bar-ends don't do this b/c there will be some scratches on them.

Second: is to disassemble the controls and both sides. It's just a couple bolts and screws pretty self-explanitory. Then un-bolt the handlebars and remove them.

Third: I ran into another problem with placing the handlebars under the triple-tree clamp b/c the clip ons don't open to simply "clip them on". So I had to un-bolt and take the triple-tree clamp off (you can use a rag and a pair of pliers to get the big bolt off).

Finally: Once you slide the clip-ons on, put the triple-tree clamp back on and assemble everything back onto the bars. After that it will take alot of adjusting to get them exactly how you want it.

It wasn't that bad of an install. Just takes patience. I would HIGHLY recommend these clip-ons if you are in the market for them. I forgot to mention that you can adjust the angle on them so you can have the bars angled down towards the ground if you want a more sporty ride style, which is one of the reasons I got them over the Woodcrafts. Cost is $170.99 on motorcyclesuperstore.com. If y'all have any questions feel free to ask.

zbreezy27 · July 5th, 2013, 09:52 PM

You will have to drill a hole in the clip-on bars for the kill switch box and the turn signal box to be able to clip into the handlebars so they won't move during riding. Just take a couple measurements and use a drill bit to drill out. Or you can place everything on the bar where you want it and mark your hole that way. Pretty easy step but CRUCIAL.

Motofool · July 6th, 2013, 04:40 AM

Great write-up !!!

Some good pictures would complete it

zbreezy27 · July 6th, 2013, 09:15 PM

yeah I'll work on getting some pictures up. I didn't take any of the process of the installation, but I'll mount the stock bars back on and take some comparison shots. I'll get them up by monday

zbreezy27 · July 8th, 2013, 01:07 PM

Alright here's the photos I said I would put up. Just took some showing the height difference of the stock bars vs. clip-ons

zbreezy27 · July 8th, 2013, 01:15 PM

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zbreezy27 · July 8th, 2013, 01:18 PM

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Motofool · July 8th, 2013, 01:30 PM

Not using the endbar weights may induce some steering wobbling.

zbreezy27 · July 8th, 2013, 04:41 PM

Thanks for the heads up! I'm taking her out for longer rides this coming weekend to see how it holds up. I'll report back if anything seems out of the ordinary.

choneofakind · July 8th, 2013, 05:01 PM

Nah, just a little buzzing. Going on 3 years here with WC bars and no bar end weights. No issues to report.

arnoldc6 · July 19th, 2013, 03:34 AM

What is your riding posture like after installing your clip-on?
I was looking to get one to get a more forward-leaning post.

Plus, how bad do you think the installing part is? I have no mechanic background and unhooking every single control i have seems look a hugh deal

cuong-nutz · July 19th, 2013, 05:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by arnoldc6

What is your riding posture like after installing your clip-on?
I was looking to get one to get a more forward-leaning post.

Plus, how bad do you think the installing part is? I have no mechanic background and unhooking every single control i have seems look a hugh deal

It's real easy to install. I believe there's a how-to posted as well.

zbreezy27 · July 22nd, 2013, 10:45 AM

The riding posture is MUCH lower than the stock bars. It's a way more sporty feel. I don't believe it is as sporty has the bigger bikes (but I wouldn't know I've never sat on one), but it is great purchase if you are looking for a better riding position. It doesn't look like I'm riding a bicycle anymore lol.

As far as the install, it isn't bad at all. Just make sure you have the time to spend b/c it can be tedious at times. I also have no mechanic background and I completed the install with easy. Just got to have some patience b/c it does take some time.

ForceofWill · July 26th, 2013, 08:29 PM

Love mine.

Here's my write-up from the sticky.

http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=97552

July 5th, 2013, 09:49 PM	#1
zbreezy27 ninjette.org member Name: Zach Location: Texas Join Date: Jun 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250r Posts: 10	Driven Clip-on Install What's up guys, So I got and installed my clip-ons today on my 2012 ninja 250. Let me first say that these improve the bike (in my opinion) 100%. To me the riding position is soooo much better than those bicycle stock handlebars. That being said let me explain some of the key points on my installation. First: I tried to take the bar ends off of the handlebars. They have red lock-tite on the screws so they are a pain in the ass to get off. I've read that you need to take a blow torch to loosen them but I did it different. Since I didn't have a blow torch and didn't want to buy one, I used a pair of vice-grip pliers and a rubber mallet. Clamp the vice grips on the bar end and then hit it with a hammer. It will come loose and then just screw it off. If you want to re-use the bar-ends don't do this b/c there will be some scratches on them. Second: is to disassemble the controls and both sides. It's just a couple bolts and screws pretty self-explanitory. Then un-bolt the handlebars and remove them. Third: I ran into another problem with placing the handlebars under the triple-tree clamp b/c the clip ons don't open to simply "clip them on". So I had to un-bolt and take the triple-tree clamp off (you can use a rag and a pair of pliers to get the big bolt off). Finally: Once you slide the clip-ons on, put the triple-tree clamp back on and assemble everything back onto the bars. After that it will take alot of adjusting to get them exactly how you want it. It wasn't that bad of an install. Just takes patience. I would HIGHLY recommend these clip-ons if you are in the market for them. I forgot to mention that you can adjust the angle on them so you can have the bars angled down towards the ground if you want a more sporty ride style, which is one of the reasons I got them over the Woodcrafts. Cost is $170.99 on motorcyclesuperstore.com. If y'all have any questions feel free to ask.
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July 5th, 2013, 09:52 PM	#2
zbreezy27 ninjette.org member Name: Zach Location: Texas Join Date: Jun 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250r Posts: 10	Forgot 1 Key Step You will have to drill a hole in the clip-on bars for the kill switch box and the turn signal box to be able to clip into the handlebars so they won't move during riding. Just take a couple measurements and use a drill bit to drill out. Or you can place everything on the bar where you want it and mark your hole that way. Pretty easy step but CRUCIAL.
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

July 8th, 2013, 01:30 PM	#8
Motofool Daily Ninjette rider Name: Hernan Location: Florida Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. MOTY - 2016, MOTM - Dec '12, Jan '14, Jan '15, May '16	Not using the endbar weights may induce some steering wobbling. __________________________________________________ *Motofool* *.................................Never ride faster than your guardian angel can fly* "Mankind is composed of two sorts of men — those who love and create, and those who hate and destroy. Love is the bond between men, the way to teach and the center of the world." - José Martí

July 8th, 2013, 05:01 PM	#10
choneofakind ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: . Location: . Join Date: Feb 2011 Motorcycle(s): . Posts: Too much. MOTM - Feb '13, Feb '14	Nah, just a little buzzing. Going on 3 years here with WC bars and no bar end weights. No issues to report.
	1 out of 1 members found this post helpful.

July 19th, 2013, 03:34 AM	#11
arnoldc6 ninjette.org member Name: Arnold Location: Honolulu Join Date: Jun 2012 Motorcycle(s): 09 ninja 250r Posts: 191	What is your riding posture like after installing your clip-on? I was looking to get one to get a more forward-leaning post. Plus, how bad do you think the installing part is? I have no mechanic background and unhooking every single control i have seems look a hugh deal __________________________________________________ "trust me, I am not a lawyer."

July 6th, 2013, 04:40 AM	#3
Motofool Daily Ninjette rider Name: Hernan Location: Florida Join Date: Mar 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2007 Ninja 250 Posts: A lot. MOTY - 2016, MOTM - Dec '12, Jan '14, Jan '15, May '16	Great write-up !!! Some good pictures would complete it __________________________________________________ *Motofool* *.................................Never ride faster than your guardian angel can fly* "Mankind is composed of two sorts of men — those who love and create, and those who hate and destroy. Love is the bond between men, the way to teach and the center of the world." - José Martí

July 6th, 2013, 09:15 PM	#4
zbreezy27 ninjette.org member Name: Zach Location: Texas Join Date: Jun 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250r Posts: 10	yeah I'll work on getting some pictures up. I didn't take any of the process of the installation, but I'll mount the stock bars back on and take some comparison shots. I'll get them up by monday

July 8th, 2013, 04:41 PM	#9
zbreezy27 ninjette.org member Name: Zach Location: Texas Join Date: Jun 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250r Posts: 10	Thanks for the heads up! I'm taking her out for longer rides this coming weekend to see how it holds up. I'll report back if anything seems out of the ordinary.

July 22nd, 2013, 10:45 AM	#13
zbreezy27 ninjette.org member Name: Zach Location: Texas Join Date: Jun 2013 Motorcycle(s): 2012 Ninja 250r Posts: 10	The riding posture is MUCH lower than the stock bars. It's a way more sporty feel. I don't believe it is as sporty has the bigger bikes (but I wouldn't know I've never sat on one), but it is great purchase if you are looking for a better riding position. It doesn't look like I'm riding a bicycle anymore lol. As far as the install, it isn't bad at all. Just make sure you have the time to spend b/c it can be tedious at times. I also have no mechanic background and I completed the install with easy. Just got to have some patience b/c it does take some time.

July 26th, 2013, 08:29 PM	#14
ForceofWill Blind 250 Loving Whore Name: Tom Location: Chesapeake, VA Join Date: May 2011 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R, 02 FZ1, '20 Fat Bob 114 Posts: A lot.	Love mine. Here's my write-up from the sticky. http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=97552

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