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#1 ·
Does anyone have experience with either the Pazzo Shorty Levers or the Triumph Shorty levers? I'm on the fence between the two. If anyone recommends other brands I'm open to any suggestions! I wasn't ever a fan of aftermarket levers until I rode a bike with them :grin2:
 
#2 ·
I've used the Triumph levers before as well as a number of generic levers. I can't really tell an appreciable difference in quality, though I can definitely tell the difference in price. I actually prefer the look of the generic levers as I think Triumph over brands all of their parts.
 
#3 ·
I have not heard anything bad about the Triumph levers, except that there are no color options.
I have had a couple sets of Pazzos and think they are the best for the money. Currently have a set of JPR levers ($125) that were supposed to be as good as Pazzo, but less money. Well, the black faded to brown in six months just like the cheap Chinese crap, plus I had to drill the piston rod hole slightly deeper so the master cylinder would consistently allow fluid to return and not lock the front wheel. Don't go cheap, you may regret it.
 
#4 ·
Does anyone have experience with either the Pazzo Shorty Levers or the Triumph Shorty levers? I'm on the fence between the two. If anyone recommends other brands I'm open to any suggestions! I wasn't ever a fan of aftermarket levers until I rode a bike with them :grin2:
Quoted and used bold to ensure I don't run afoul of the On Topic Police. I've used Pazzos, but prefer ASVs for their adjustment mechanism - it's finer and there are more options. Then, I was able to find what seems to be the best of all worlds in the PSR GP levers.



They use the same adjusting mechanism as the ASV levers, and are also adjustable for length. I don't have to decide between short or long levers, or maybe mix and match. I have the brake lever as short as it will go for 2 fingers, and the clutch long enough for all four, so my delicate little fingers don't get fatigued in rush hour. ;)
 
#14 ·
Same on my Speed. My shorty levers looked great, but fatigued my hands faster than I expected. When I went back to stock levers I was surprised how much more leverage I had - I couldn't go back to short levers. But I may go back to long aftermarket levers just for the bling.

Regarding the cheap Chinese vs OEM/branded levers...I find people who have the strongest opinions against Chinese levers have never seen, touched or used them. If you want to pay $200 for your levers, be my guest. But my experience with Chinese levers has been extremely positive - superb fitment and quality (except for the coatings which tend to fade), and to think that you could accidentally bend or break them is laughable.
 
#6 · (Edited)
I have had these on since Christmas (on a Bonneville):

They are available for the STriple. too.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/291760697602?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Short-Black...ash=item43ee5cb3f3:g:a78AAOSw0OJXLVky&vxp=mtr

Shipped from Hong Kong. It took about 10 days to receive them in FL, USA.

They are inexpensive, and work fine.

I have not noticed any fading or change in color.

And if you decide you don't care for them, you're not out a lot of money.

jb
 
#7 ·
Another vote for eBay levers. I've had Pazzos, Triumphs and eBay levers. Whilst the finish of the branded ones are nicer, the function and feel are identical. It's not worth spending 6X the price for something that's only 20% nicer to look at but works the same.
 
#15 ·
I'm pretty sure most OEM levers, shifters, and brake pedals on most bikes are cast, not forged. Try bending the handles on a drop-hammer forged pair of pliers with a ring spanner (box end wrench), and you'll see the difference.
 
#17 ·
I forgot about the adjustable ones... and I have a set of cheapy adjustables from The2Wheels on my 2010. :eek: They're very useful to set up just how you like them. I also adjust my clutch long and my brake short. Just make sure you tighten the lock screw down well. Some blue Loctite might not be a bad idea. I lost one of the extensions on a ride one day, probably in my haste to try out a new length. The2Wheels sent me another one no charge.
 
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