General topics » Helibar risers

I know there are quite a few post about risers but here's mine . The bike is an '18 model 1200 , bought to replace my Blackbird which had risers fitted . So risers on the BM then . I chose Helibars after reading reports on this forum and first off I have to say the service is excellent . Ordered 9 am on Friday , email received 10 am to say they are on their way , and delivered Saturday 1400 . Easy to fit and no need for clutch hose alterations . First impressions were a bit odd , they have completely changed the feel of the bike , how strange that a small repositioning of the bars can make such a difference . At first I didn't like them but 50 miles later and it's starting to make sense , they're growing on me and I can easily remove them if I get the urge. For 50 years I have ridden sports bikes so this comfort thing is new to me , I'm sure I will get used to it . Oh, and the bike appears faster but I think that's because my wallet is much lighter now.

"Oh, and the bike appears faster but I think that's because my wallet is much lighter now"
You've discovered the most direct connection on a BMW- The wallet to farkle link
In my experience running Heli, they reduce steering effort, over stock position. That maybe the change in feel you're experiencing. It's most noticeable when you switch back to the stock position.