My Kawasaki Ninja H2 Is Too Uncomfortable! | Kawasaki Comfort Risers

[@jameshaywood878]

I just learnt to get a more suitable bike to start with, you'll be more happy with your riding, and be able to ride longer when you're not uncomfortable and crippled when you get off. I fitted risers to my BMW, took ages to fit and were not cheap, and you know what, it made no difference, so it had to go

[@Mike_P646]

I hope you remembered to engage your safety squint while doing that grinding chops?😅 Proper ball ache of a job nicely executed 👌

[@LambChopRides]

Haha thanks Mike, oh yes all safety precautions followed 100%.... 😄

[@ningkandrawarny3761]

There's nothing better than risers on a sport bike! Ur on the right track Chopsie!

[@NorthernMigrationTravel]

Fair play mate, you’ve done a good job there… I would probably take it to a bike shop to get that job done as I’m useless at stuff like that 😂

[@NomadRidesHD]

In my honest opinion, you should have gone for apehangers, or a raised T-bar. You are welcome for the idea.

[@n.elliott9122]

Welds are sweet and the frame color is lovely.

[@metalmowytone]

Don't blame you for not wanting to go out on that. A quick ride today the VTR stepped out a few times

[@colinbell6461]

same issue on a zzr1400, I put bar risers and then a tope yoke conversion with risers and bars, works a treat, then it took 2 screen changes to keep my head on my shoulders, zero gravity did one with enough of a kick up.

[@tinfore]

I love those bar end indicators. Wish all Kawasaki bikes came with those.

[@damienpeckham2834]

Top job Chops! A bit of care taken there and you've transformed a great bike without altering it drastically. Nice, subtle mods. Completely agree with keeping the H2 locked up until Spring. Looking forward to that first video since this work 😎

[@innertube39]

You're a brave man Chopsy. I serviced my old 765rs, it took me 3 days and 10 trips to screw fix for sockets and extenders lol

[@stevenwoodman1032]

Cuppa in first gear, time to press play. Always great videos Chops!

[@nigelren3719]

Looking good Chops. I put adjustable bars on my old Ducati SS, same height just a flatter angle. Huge difference. Top Tip for threading wiring through bars, I've done 2 Harleys now. String or better still ask TMF for a guitar sting, tie a fishing weight or a wee nut on the end. Once it's through tape the wires to the string and pull it all back through the hole.

[@senor-fa-von-dia]

Man that bike is a beautiful piece of machinery

[@n.elliott9122]

Hold those calipers straight my brother..Measure off the face of the jaw! Much love from the states.

[@Supaxiro]

Nice bit of work there Chopsy. I had no appreciation for the H2 but after watching this I'm gonna have to consider one for my collection.

[@martinlloyd7563]

The H2 is an engineering master piece, great video chops.

[@powamoto]

Hey Mate ya buddy across the pond. Just wanna say happy Holidays and you're a leader. Loving this content. And thanks for your support 🙏

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks buddy and merry Christmas 👍

[@tancakar8987]

great job, i think its very important to be comfortable enough to enjoy your ride.

[@mohammadrasoulfard-habibi3066]

Needed this video chopsy thanks mate. I'm getting them rizoma indicators.

[@Twinpot1962]

The spectrum of your faffometer is greater than mine…..well done for showing the minor errors. Roll on Spring 👍

[@stevekirk6399]

Great video. bar replacement is a job I would have to think long and hard about doing again. such a lot of faffing about, I fitted Lowbrow Customs GT thick grips when I fitted lower bars for my xsr 700. so much more comfortable to ride now.

[@300zxdriver]

Good job. I’ll bet it will make a huge improvement, a little change makes a big difference. I did something very similar to my Gen 1 Hayabusa.

[@garyhutson6361]

Great job mate. Did mine on my r1. It took me ages to do mine. Then trying to put them in the right position.👍🏼

[@LambChopRides]

Quite lucky on the H2 as with the locking bolts on the top yoke you have no choice on the position. So saved lots of, here or is this better...

[@garyhutson6361]

@@LambChopRides omg yes that would of. Getting tape measure out and trying to find a fixed piont on both sides. Brain over load lol. Have a great Xmas and New year 👍🏼

[@dukiemoto8676]

Enjoy all your videos. Really enjoying your builds though. That said, your bike reviews are pretty good too. Damn it you’re quite entertaining at about everything you do!.. Okay I did my part, so where’s my free stuff.. just playing😂 Keep up the good work!

[@LambChopRides]

Haha making my head swell... oh that sounded wrong! 😆👍

[@evoermine]

Your H2 faffing vids are really enjoyable Chops! Such a unique bike.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks 😁👍

[@theonlyredspecial]

I’m never sure whether to ride mine or just lick it. Looking well chops. Merry Christmas 🎅🏻

[@LambChopRides]

Merry Christmas buddy 👍

[@MotoQuickShifter]

I lick mine more than i ride it lol, are you based in the uk mate

[@theonlyredspecial]

@@MotoQuickShifter yeah I live in Northern Ireland mate. Cool to hear you have one too. They are as rare as hens teeth over here.

[@mathias6423]

This bike is kind of impossible to insure in Sweden and these bikes have gotten so expensive to buy used, so I am going to other way around and buy an H2 SX and make it more like an H2 instead. Putting lighter parts on it, flashing the bike to make above 230 ponies on the dyno. And the H2 SX is already perfectly comfy as it is =)

[@coldaxle]

I'm a young guy but I still put apex mfg clipond on my r6. They bring the bars to the middle of the forks instead of out in front.

[@ragerider6283]

Excellent outcome Chops. Should transform the bike over distance. As you said, somewhat of a mystery Kawasaki didn't have the bar risers as standard but academic now. You should definitely vlog some sort of lengthy adventure on it next year.

[@moorepower13]

There is no mystery...Because they made the sx....

[@ragerider6283]

@@moorepower13 Yes true enough but it's not a true track sports bike, more road focused pose machine (fine by me incidentally) so it would've made sense to still have the higher bars despite the sportier performance & styling over the more touring focused SX.

[@moorepower13]

@@ragerider6283 at the time Kawasaki had a plethora of sport touring bikes. Remember the matured zx14 was for sale right next to the then new supercharged monster.

[@ragerider6283]

@@moorepower13 Indeed. It's a fair point.

[@talkingrock7011]

Creature comfort is a must merry Christmas chops and to Mavis as well

[@LambChopRides]

Same to you buddy 👍

[@iainian]

Good top tip regarding the hairspray however, like you I would have to "borrow" it!! Enjoying the garage to do's with you & Mavis.👍

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Iain 👍

[@Speedytrip]

If you don't have hair pray, I use rubbing alcohol, slides on and when it dries you're left with clean grippy rubber that doesn't move.

[@RupeWilson]

Looks real good Chops, But I would have thought the welds would have been done with a TIG, not MIG for a top range bike. ( us welders do like to complain about the simple things) you ought to see me looking at the handrail on a stair.

[@LambChopRides]

Haha thanks Rupe! When compared to other bikes or other kawasaki models the frame is amazing! 😆

[@Wats1984]

Brilliant! Be good to see how much of a difference they make when you get out on it! 👍

[@chrissandy9935]

Great job hope it adds to the ride quality. That bike is like a piece of art unreal looking.

[@Dan-56]

“ Cupboard of doom.” That would pretty much describe my entire work bench ! 😆👍

[@stevecade857]

Nice job. Sooo much better than my blow torch and scaffold pole idea but not as fast.

[@LambChopRides]

Haha 😁👍

[@deanharris9331]

Nice job Chopsie 👏 The good old hairspray trick for the grips is what we use to do when I was schoolboy scrambling back in the day. My mum was never to pleased everytime i had a new pair of handlebars....her silvikrin use to disappear out of the cupboard. Lol 😄 Great video as always Chops 👍 Wishing you a very happy Christmas mate....have a good one 🎄

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Dean and merry Christmas matey 👍

[@troppo4872]

That is a lovely, lovely bike, Chopsie. I can see why you don’t want to take it out in the slush. Thanks for the videos. I have really enjoyed them Merry Xmas.

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Troppo 👍

[@OHMMoto]

Nice chops. I really like you’re h2.

[@dalehawkes1698]

Great job chopsey and no scratches well done I reckon she will be an all day rider now let’s hope so hey 🏍🏍🎉🎉👍👍

[@jake88ci]

FYI even the grips are bespoke on an H2.The throttle grip is roughly 12mm shorter than normal oem

[@LambChopRides]

Oh really didn't know that 👍

[@HippoDrones]

Awesome to get it sorted to suit you better, and they look great being official parts too!

[@LambChopRides]

Yes spot on Pete actually very happy with how it feels. Popped around the block for a full tank of fuel and seemed much better. Merry Christmas buddy 👍

[@HippoDrones]

@@LambChopRides same to you and yours mate

[@PCERules]

Great video... Mavis needs whipping into line!

[@the_mad_leprechaun]

Ohhh! Very good! Top work LCR! Have a fantastic Christmas! 😀

[@LambChopRides]

Merry Christmas buddy 👍

[@Atilla8huno]

love this kind of video, keep 'em coming :)

[@Jameesjourneys]

Not everyone is old 😂😂😂 that was brilliant

[@ryanmalone2681]

Putting weight on your handlebars in turns also upsets the suspension. Hands should be light as a feather on the bars in a turn to let the suspension do it’s thing. Makes a huge difference, as I’m sure you know.

[@dazzerf8392]

Be interested in seeing if the Luimoto he’ll is good I won some from a channel on here not fitted it yet tho

[@paulthecodfathercodling5631]

That looked a real nightmare but also looked a happy Chops at the end of it 👍

[@Jeez726]

Great bit of garage time! Got to be half the fun of ownership. Cheers

[@LambChopRides]

Yes completely agree love tinkering in the garage 👍

[@Jeez726]

Thanks for all the content over the years. Merry Christmas to you and yours! Best gifts ever, cheers.

[@greyanaroth]

Have you got a pro to do the suspension on this bike? Makes a world of difference, when it's done right for YOU. Factory setups are usually quite poor, from what I've seen

[@bencatt6246]

Great job Chopsy. The risers seem to change the angle of the bars more than a height adjustment as the point where they join the forks seems the same? Maybe I’m completely wrong but be interesting to see how different it feels. Thanks for all the great content throughout the year. Kept us all going Cheers

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Ben 👍

[@richardwalmsley7579]

when I had a VFR1200 I fitted HeliBars risers on it, made a big difference , Then I had an accident on my GSXS1000 where I flew over a car and landed face down so sore neck and wrists, My next bike a GSXR1000 was to painful too ride so I knew I needed flat bars on it, with them fitted it was almost the exact riding position as the GSXS1000, so comfy lol

[@whittlad]

Excellent stuff Mr. Chops! Merry Christmas and thanks for a year of great vlogs👍

[@LambChopRides]

Merry Christmas buddy 👍👍

[@kevr1148]

I think I'll try some risers...been huming and hawing over spending money on a set but my wrists and back take a hammering on long rides. Just subbed great channel 👍

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Kev 👍

[@andyfairchild2383]

Good work chops! That looked like a proper pain of a job. Especially with the constant squeaky bum ness of working so close to those expensive finishes!

[@malcolmpritchard4882]

Bike looks amazing love the changes you’ve done especially the exhaust 👍

[@duc899]

Grinding sockets so they can access bolts? I thought that was why people bought Ducatis . : )

[@ronsmall3633]

Fantastic job Chopsy. I know only too well those jobs when you're missing the right tool... Quick question. I noticed at the end of the video you had some sort of curb ramps. Mind if I ask where you got them as I'm looking for something like that?

[@KubuśpuchatekTVN]

Sup n-word?

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Ron, yeah your the second person to ask! It's actually the neighbours so I'm not sure sorry 👍

[@ronsmall3633]

No probs Chopsy, onto plan b or d. Lol

[@martinhughes9769]

Well done Butty 👏, You've saved some money, If it was me I would of looked at what was involved an talked my self out of it very quickly 🙃 😐 an booked it in ASAP,

[@Carlnewman68]

Very impressed mate ,

[@craigmason6656]

Love your garage videos Chopsie. Nice job. Merry Christmas from Melbourne 👍

[@LambChopRides]

Merry Christmas Craig 👍

[@dougie1325]

Are we to look forward to you doing a tour on this in the warmer season John, or are you keeping the mileage low?

[@LambChopRides]

No it's never going to be a touring machine Dougie only a day trip bike

[@missydee6085]

Oh to have just a cupboard of doom. I've now got a soddin' 𝘨𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘨𝘦 of doom! Happy Crimbo to you & yours, Chopsie 👍

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Missy! Merry Christmas to you 👍

[@ellabenson1]

Happy new year keep up the fast content 😜👍💪

[@bunnydaduk]

Good stuff again. Like part one alot of effort for a small reward.rather you than me. Happy xmas, looking forward to next viewing👍

[@LambChopRides]

Merry Christmas Dad 👍👍

[@dylanrichards9984]

You’ve got a shitload of patience!

[@10secondsrule]

Why not stick a heated grips while you on it? Although it is not a bad weather machine I guess. What a bike!

[@LambChopRides]

Don't know of any decent ones which don't look horrible.. I'm not that worried about heated grips as it's never going to be a touring bike

[@mikesampont6091]

Nice job Chops!

[@julianmurphy6001]

What is the stock number for raisers please

[@conservativesniperhunter7439]

Great job Chops 👍

[@JayEss414]

That bike is so awesome ,great video

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Jay 👍

[@mwill986]

What next, a top box for the thermos?

[@LambChopRides]

Oh yes good idea 😆

[@mattnicholas9842]

Not my kind of bike in a lot of ways, but I’m glad such a bike exists, it is undoubtedly special, nice job, hope it is better at cosseting the Chops frame. I’m 57 now and commute 50 - 90 miles a day all year round, I have had dozens of bikes but am finding my Street Triple RS and Ducati Supersport S are currently ticking all the boxes. Of course we should probably trot off to Gods biker waiting room an get a GS, it would be excellent all round but for some weird biker reason i can’t bring myself to do it, it’s like admitting defeat, stupid and irrational i know but there it is. Merry Christmas

[@LambChopRides]

Haha Matt I know exactly what you mean regarding the GS! Also lovely couple of bikes you have there 👍😎

[@S_M_R_24]

I’m a late viewer of this vid, but really interesting to watch! Anyone know what the digital torque tool is, used on that top bolt?

[@MrMickjbriggs]

Chops, what was the electronic torque thingumy you were using? Didn't look like a full electronic torque wrench.

[@LambChopRides]

No it's an attachment to normal wrench been very good but fiddley to set. Sorry really can't remember who makes it, checkout my h2 maintenance video I mention it in that vid 👍

[@ozbiker5311]

Hi from another older bugger in OZ looking for comfort as well 🤦‍♂️👴 How have you found it after you did the bar rises can you notice a difference 🤞 talk soon Marcio

[@HalfdeadRider]

It looks great, and know it will feel better as it should feel quite similar to my old ZX9r as they have relatively high bars for a sport bike, I can sit up straight on mine and just hold the throttle with my fingers lol. I am surprised they have not designed them to be able to be removed without removing the top yoke yet though, mine are fitted in the exact same way but the bolt to the top yoke is annoyingly at the front.

[@percusski]

It is a lovely looking bike

[@SKBKER]

Hope you deburred the edges of that hole inside the bar as it can cut the wires

[@LambChopRides]

It has some plastic sleeving I pushed in so the burs won't catch 👍

[@MotoQuickShifter]

Beautiful job Sean Chops , i think i will be ordering these bars for my H2 , would u like attend a H2 meet next season bud? Let me know if youre interested there will be loads of us with our H2’s would be great to see you there 💚

[@LambChopRides]

Yes I would be up for a meetup sounds great 👍

[@BrianMcCann421]

I hate those sorts of jobs, indicators made it exponentially more difficult. I want to go and ride my bike now or just mess about with it in the garage. Roll on spring. As usual great video John, thank

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Brian, have a good Christmas buddy 👍

[@BrianMcCann421]

@@LambChopRides And you John 🍻

[@willgarrod9907]

Really makes you remember just how straightforward the SuperMotos are to work on and upgrade😆

[@LambChopRides]

Yes absolutely Will! Bloody much more involved 👍

[@andrewwiltse8882]

Such a great Bike! I’d have to painters tape the thing blue just to get the tools out. Hope the upgrades work out for you, I 58 and know your pain. Thanks Chopsy, Happy Holidays to you Mavis and the family!🍻🎄

[@LambChopRides]

Same to you Andrew and have a good one 👍

[@ZediMaster]

Actually, I find the factory setting H2 very comfortable for my size; I am typical Japanese size, weight, and reach: 5'6", 144 lbs, 32 sleeve, 30 inseam. You tower over that H2, like it's a grom. Have you thought abt riding a harley or a tall adv bike instead? Anyway, on the H2, when I am crouching, my forearms parallel the ground, levels need to be up for quicker and easier reach, factory setting is so perfect for my size. It is important to get a bike that fits. I am not a big guy, but no mods can ever get a small grom to ever fit me. Anyway, ride safe, god bless u.

[@LambChopRides]

Yeah that's all very well but I don't want to ride a Harley or an adventure bike.. don't care if I look big on it I ride it for me, dont care if people think i look big on it

[@lauriew2907]

Good work chopsy. I would like to have a ride on one of these.

[@LambChopRides]

Certainly an experience Laurie 👍

[@markcartwright1176]

👍👍👌👌 merry Christmas and a happy new year chops

[@LambChopRides]

Merry Christmas Mark 🎅 👍

[@michaeldolan9812]

I would've thought you'd have a shelf full of hair spray with the long flowing locks you keep under your cap 😂🤣😂 Fantastic entertainment Mr chops merry Christmas sending you all the best for the new year 👍

[@LambChopRides]

Happy Christmas Michael 🎄 👍👍

[@sergeantsodom6969]

Howdo chops, bit of a random one but what are those blocks called that let you mount the pavement?

[@LambChopRides]

They are actually not mine but the neighbours so actually no idea! Drop curb blocks perhaps... 👍

[@sergeantsodom6969]

@@LambChopRides You're indeed correct! You couldn't nick them for me could you 😉

[@Motorcycle_Mike]

Buddy, you’re the master of creativity ingenuity! Kawai doesn’t make it easy, so well done! And Merry Christmas to you, Mrs. Chops and Chops Jr. have a great holiday🎄oh, and if you see them, give a merry Christmas to Greg and Womble, and even Mavis! And the rest of #TeamLCR #BestKZbinr

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Mike appreciated buddy, have a merry Christmas buddy you and the family 👍👍

[@09mantlek]

Let me know how it all goes! I got my H2SXSE on the road now and I did notice the seat once u put a spread load on it goes very hard xD it's ok but I like going to wales and scotland etc so I will also be looking to upgrade in some time. :) awesome seat cover too.

[@LambChopRides]

Yeah don't know why Kawasaki can't make a comfortable seat! Will keep you posted on the comfort 👍

[@andrewshore262]

I’m 10 years further on than you Chops, bar risers, comfort seats, heated clothing it all helps, don’t forget the other vital component…………….you (staying bike fit). Happy Xmas Chops, here’s to a successful 2022 and a better summer ☀☀☀☀👍🍺

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Andrew! 👍same to you buddy

[@Dan_B_Rides]

Well done Chopsy. That looked like a pain in the ass so good job getting it all done. It looks better and I think you will be more comfortable now. Just need to go out n give it a thrash ha ha hope you have a good Christmas sir 👍🏻

[@LambChopRides]

Thanks Dan 👍

[@Ninjah2carbonrider]

Job well done there Mr chops . Did you get the sheet from luimoto or you had to buy it your self ? The one between the cover and yellow gel insert you sprayed stick stuff

[@LambChopRides]

No the foam sheet comes with the kit 👍

[@Ninjah2carbonrider]

@@LambChopRides seen many videos of this cover but you are the first one to show the foam sheet others just lol thanks for replying.

[@jayzsuarez]

Alexa bustin your chops, Chopsy! 🤣

[@jamescsl88]

Hi I'm just wondering what is the fork tube diameter for the clip on and if it is the same for the 2015 model? I have been looking around for information and even the manual doesnt state it.

[@jamescsl88]

Or is there anyone who can help me with this?

[@zunaidkajee4540]

Hello chopsy from South Africa 🇿🇦. I watched your road trip with the new busa. I would have thought that the busa is more of an "extreme" riding position, compared with the H2, or am i wrong?

[@LambChopRides]

No it's actually better, I did a comparison video between the two bikes if you do a quick search through the vids 😁👍

[@masterbruce937]

+Lamb Chop Rides Can we get a comparison video of the H2 vs Z H2?