Hello world....finally got a Honda!

[markrdell]

Just purchased a 2006 VTX 1300 R and I'm thrilled. It's got a Memphis Shades windshield, Cobra pipes (loud), Cobra sissy bar, Cobra bag supports and some wimpy fake leather itty bity bags. It is that screaming blue.

Only put about 500 miles on it and already trying to figure out what to do to it next.

I've been reading the forums and getting great ideas. You guys are way over my head on most stuff but I'll try to catch up.

First thing I know I need to do if I'm going to ride more than 200 miles a day is get my bars up and back a little. I'm 5'9" and like to ride "up" or "tour" so I need to pull them back about 2" or so and up about 2". Any suggestions in this area would be appreciated.

Happy to be here.

Ride when you can, walk the rest of the time.

[Kidd]

Welcome Mark.
Looks like you are going to need some pull back risers.
I just installed 4 inch pull back's and they look good. Now if this snow will stop I'll give it a ride.
If you go anymore then 4 inch pull back's you'll need to start extending cables and brake lines. That can start running into a little money and time.
http://www.cruisercustomizing.com/detail.cfm?make_ID=0&model_ID=54&manufacturer_ID=29&category_ID=62&product_ID=6753
Click on this link and start shopping. These are the ones I installed.

[tncruzer1300]

good to have you aboard! great bike you will not be sorry. lots of after market risers out there. someone will chime in on what they have.

[pastordave]

Just purchased a 2006 VTX 1300 R and I'm thrilled. It's got a Memphis Shades windshield, Cobra pipes (loud), Cobra sissy bar, Cobra bag supports and some wimpy fake leather itty bity bags. It is that screaming blue.

Only put about 500 miles on it and already trying to figure out what to do to it next.

I've been reading the forums and getting great ideas. You guys are way over my head on most stuff but I'll try to catch up.

First thing I know I need to do if I'm going to ride more than 200 miles a day is get my bars up and back a little. I'm 5'9" and like to ride "up" or "tour" so I need to pull them back about 2" or so and up about 2". Any suggestions in this area would be appreciated.

Happy to be here.

Ride when you can, walk the rest of the time.

Welcome aboard. I have got the same bike and model in addition to the fastest color. I have installed the aeromach 4" risers and they are just great. Got my seat done at www.meancitycycles.com to add to the comfort level


Dave

[Bassdude404]

Welcome, and +1 on the seat mod....You gotta watch some of these guys and gals (BB).....They'll have you spending $$ you haven't got yet on chrome stuff....:cheers:

[jdr2dr]

Welcome - Keep reading there IS a bunch of stuff on this forum... Jim

[mscales]

Welcome to the Cafe Mark. Lots of nice pics to look at here so you can get some ideas of what you want to do. Any questions just ask. Lots of helpfull people to point you in the right direction.

[Beastie Boy]

Welcome...

There isn't much I can add to the info and advice given, other than seek (As in Search) and ye shall find...This place is a brain trust for the VTX. The people here will save you a ton of money, in addition to helping to help you find ways to spend it...

[tonasket]

welcome aboard

[VTXDad]

Welcome mark! I did the same with my 06R when i got it. I bought some 4" lightining risers out of a big book at the honda dealer, they moved the bars up about 4" and back about 2". I did not relocate the cables and one set is a bit tight but does not interfere with cornering or engine performance. You can check out the pics in my gallery, I did the whole remove / install procedure.

[VTXDad]

Oh...one more thing....once you clik on someones gallery, hit the "sort now" button to get the pictures in the proper order.