Just installed the front bars and notice that the 'lower rod' which connects both halves of the bars touches the engine. The instructions say the notch goes on the left side which is what I did, it does install but it's difficult to get in place and rod touches an 'ear' on the engine pan. I flipped the rod around figuring my left may be someones right but it wouldn't install.
Anyone have suggestions? Do I need to...(hate to say it)...bend the rod a little?
thanks
I didn't have to do anything special. I put the indented/carved out side on the left, but when it's all tightened up I don't think it matters cause I can still rotate the bar.
I've had my bars of a half dozen times now. Just have your engine mounts loose, and the rear loose until you get it all together. Then I walk around the bike snugging everything up, then finally tighten everything.
-MD