Classic Motorcycle Mechanics

Cut ‘n’ shut

A few years back I came to the conclusion that I’m built for comfort and not speed!

Other than popping that observation on my then-live internet dating profile, it’s something that’s carried over with the riding position on my ‘daily rider’ motorcycles. Converting any race-rep or sportsbike from clip-on handlebars to those that are more suited to comfort is a fairly straightforward process, but like every classic five-minute job, there will always be issues.

My 1998 FireStorm wasn’t overly uncomfortable, but after riding it

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