Scootworks PhatRiser Installation Tips for Yamaha V-Star 650 and 1100, and RoadStar 1600/1700
These instructions
are not all inclusive, there are simply too many accessories and variations
in manufacture of motorcycles to cover every possible alternative. However, we've
attempted to compile the most common issues and installation tips to assist in
installation of the Scootworks PhatRisers and PhatRisers II.
Remove the windshield from the bike to make installation somewhat more easy. This also allows removal of the upper windshield bracket (the factory Yamaha windshield bracket sometimes needs to be drilled slightly to accept our riser studs).
Cover the gas tank with a towel or soft cloth. You'll thank us later, as things DO slip and fall that can/will scratch your tank!
Loosen and remove the nuts on the bottom of the stock risers. These are on the bottom side of the upper triple tree.
Remove any plugs from within the upper OEM handlebar clamps, and loosen the allen bolts.
Allow the handlebars to move downward and rest on the cloth that covers your gas tank.
Remove the handlebars from the stock clamps and place them gently on the tank.
Remove the stock handlebar clamps from the triple tree.
Remove the upper windshield bracket that is held in place by the OEM riser bolts. Test fit the new Scootworks riser studs, and enlarge the two holes in the upper windshield braket as needed to accept the studs.
Remove the OEM cable/hose/wire looms and discard. We dont use these, and it allows for a bit more of your hoses/cables/wiring to be used.
Install the new Scootworks risers, replace the windshield bracket, and snug the riser nuts...but don't tighten yet...
With the lower riser nuts a little loose, set the handlebars in place. Secure the upper riser caps lightly with the top allen bolts supplied. Get on the bike, pull the bars to the desired position, and tighten the top caps to
10 ft/lbs. DO NOT USE ANY THREAD LOCKING COMPOUND!
Tighten the bottom riser nuts below the triple tree to
20 ft/lbs. DO NOT USE ANY THREAD LOCKING COMPOUND ON THE STUDS OR NUTS!. Double check all of the bolts one more time.
*** In the event you need to reroute cables or hoses (Yamaha cables and hoses vary in length a bit), here's how we do it in the shop ***
Lift the front of the bike so there is no weight on the front wheel.
Remove the center pivot nut from the triple tree.
Loosen the pinch bolt on each side of the top triple tree.
Lift the triple tree up and off of the front end.
Pull the cables/wiring/hoses behind the triple tree.
Reinstall in reverse order.
** Yamaha front
brake hose... Occasionally, Yamaha V-Star 1100 and RoadStars 1600/1700 have a little shorter
front brake hose than the V-Star 650, with the RoadStars being the shortest. Locate the
front brake hose bracket attached to the lower triple tree. This is a 'clamshell' style
bracket that can be opened up, and excess hose from below the bracket can be pulled upward.
This is the usually the only additional hose you may need for installation,
eliminating the need to purchase longer brake hoses in most applications.
** Wiring...there is typically a large amount of extra wiring within the headlight bucket. One only needs to grasp the wiring sheathing, and pull gently. 1-3" of additional wiring is easlity found in most applications.
*** NOTES FOR CLEANING AND CARE
Cleaning the Scootworks BLACK risers is an easy chore. Simply wash them with soap and water, wax them with automotive wax. DO NOT use cleaners or waxes with abrasives or cleaning agents, and never use any type of buffing or polishing compound. The Black risers are powder coated with #130 high gloss powder coat, and the finish is baked on. This resulted in an extremely durable black finish, with a gloss that rivals the finest automotive paints.
Cleaning the Scootworks POLISHED risers is an easy chore. Simply wash them with soap and water, wax them with automotive wax. DO NOT use cleaners or waxes with abrasives or cleaning agents, and never use any type of buffing or polishing compound. The Polished risers are manufactured from T6 (6160) Aluminum billet, CAD designed and CNC manufactured for accuracy, and micropolished by hand for an unbelievable luster. Unlike chrome plating, this finish will never chip, peel, or rust. Scratches in chrome can never truly be removed Scratches and nicks in our Scootworks risers can be easily removed with aluminum polishing compound, and the beautiful luster can be restored at any time through the life of the riser by using a good grade of aluminum polish (we recommend LusterPad, see the sample included with your polished risers). A good coat of automotive wax will keep them looking beautiful, and minimize the polishing required.
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