I've got the weights off, but I'm stumped as to how to remove the threaded inserts in the bar ends. Just trying to install some cycras in the stock handlebars. Thought I'd put it out to y'all before I bust out the hack saw. And if hack saw it is, how much do I have to cut off?
That's the best way cuz they're welded threaded ends. Or drill them out to the I.D. of the bar. If you are going to start cutting the ends of the bar, start with a small amount 1/8"-1/4". If you shorten the bar to much, you might have to cut the ends of your levers off (balls at the end) to make things fit.
Thanks for the info guys-- I am limited with tools, so I went looking around at the moto shops in town... and ended up with a 7/8 protaper handlebar with lots of rise (it is made for an atv apparently), but it solved two problems (and was on sale for $35): No welded-in threaded inserts to deal with, and eliminated the need for bar risers (for me). I think I'm now using all the slack I could get from the clutch cable, but it works, and I got the cycras on. I've got pics if someone wants to host them. Anyway, good on 'ya for adding some information to my situation. It helped me decide what to do...
