@@twistedsocal about to do the same for my RS660, long clutch and shorty brake. makes a lot of sense to go that route, i full 4 finger the clutch but always 1 or 2 finger the brake. nice video
Thanks, it was originally one of those FML type of things like it's all they had when I walked in, but after I decided that it was way better to run this Way, so much easier to get my fingers over the lever for the brake ya know and holding it for any length of time like at stop lights makes the long clutch super worth it. The only other way I would go is both shorty but if you gotta have a full length one definitely go with the clutch, two fingers is enough to do a stoppie on this bike
Not sure how nice the video is but figured it would help you out, the full length asv are same length as the oem levers... Just they have a nice texture, are able to bend backwards and have that wheel that allows quick and serious adjustment not just a few clicks either. Like massive amounts of range on them.
The ASV C5 BILLET LEVERS CAN BE ADJUSTED DAMN NEAR INFINITELY, sorry just noticed the caps, but really, you can adjust them too close where you won't get enough travel to get full brake force so be careful but yes they definitely can be adjusted away or towards, if you have small hands you can get shorty's for two finger braking and clutch action or a full length for full handed lever grabs, I find the later to be dangerous so only have a full length on my clutch so it's easy to hold in for longer time periods but either of them generates crazy force. The geometric layout of the lever action kinda amplifies what you would get from a stock lever
I have a ninja 300ex 2015. How come the ONLY adjustable levers are shorts?? I cannot find standards. Its so aggravating. I like holding near the end. I hate levers that are so short i have to twist my 2 fingers to reach it.
Honestly man, the shorty levers are soooo much better. Still ASV makes both short and long, they do custom levers as well. Just go online to Asv inventions and order what you need. You pick the color of the lever, the roller adjuster deal and the type ie forged or milled, both are off the charts when it comes to quality especially over OEM levers. It is one of those things where you get what you pay for that's for damn sure. They warrant the levers against all defects and even against damage caused by you, ie low side high side or other bike defacing maneuver. 5 years I believe it is, and they stand behind that, trust I have put it to the test.
Also, the short levers actually give you better control, it allows you to use two fingers at all times and the geometry of asv's products ensure that even a frail human can apply enough force via the leverage of the levers. Why go with long ones, you are not supposed to ride with your hands on the outside of the grips and there is just no way your hand is that fat as to actually take up the entire hand grip area. The long levers make you have to either curl or crunch your fingers up to get over them where the shorty setup allows you to keep a finger or two on them and if you for some wild reason(wanna do a stoppie at 100 maybe) you feel u need more pull force all you do is open your other fingers and they go right past the end of the lever to easily and quickly grab hold and add more stopping force. It's definitely quicker and easier. It is also way better looking but again it's personal preference in the end. Most people go with shit Chinese levers that will break if the bike is dropped or even mid braking on the freeway, the anodizing will fade or chip(should never be able to actually chip but I have seen what sure looks like chipping) and or the things will have way too much or too little play, not adjustable and if they are very limited, there is a reason they can offer such a killer warranty on the levers. They almost never have to actually do a warranty replacement.
the california DMV could give half a fuck less, dont know and cant for sure say about any other state but typically our dmv tends to set the mood for how stupid the rest of them will be about things, take it for what it is but i bet they dont care and even if they did, tell me how they can tell one way or the other, really its a comfort thing, if they dont work for you then change them to ones that do right, no one but you will care or know most of the time.@@MattyDemello
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Thanks for this awesome vid!!! Just ordered reg clutch and short brake asv!!! This vid made it easy!!! Respect mate!
You went same route I did huh? Gotta dig that. I actually find it great. Glad that helped you. Was just trying to show a friend
@@twistedsocal about to do the same for my RS660, long clutch and shorty brake. makes a lot of sense to go that route, i full 4 finger the clutch but always 1 or 2 finger the brake. nice video
nice combination, long levers on clutch & shorty on the brake lever
Thanks, it was originally one of those FML type of things like it's all they had when I walked in, but after I decided that it was way better to run this Way, so much easier to get my fingers over the lever for the brake ya know and holding it for any length of time like at stop lights makes the long clutch super worth it. The only other way I would go is both shorty but if you gotta have a full length one definitely go with the clutch, two fingers is enough to do a stoppie on this bike
Great idea thanks
Nice vid! Thanks, the full length one looks nice! Maybe Ill test some out and see how they feel
Not sure how nice the video is but figured it would help you out, the full length asv are same length as the oem levers... Just they have a nice texture, are able to bend backwards and have that wheel that allows quick and serious adjustment not just a few clicks either. Like massive amounts of range on them.
Did you ever manage to get your hands on a pair of these bro? I know you are what two bikes past this point now right but still, can't beat these
Always do a short / long for street imo
Can the levers be adjusted so that they are closer to the handles?
The ASV C5 BILLET LEVERS CAN BE ADJUSTED DAMN NEAR INFINITELY, sorry just noticed the caps, but really, you can adjust them too close where you won't get enough travel to get full brake force so be careful but yes they definitely can be adjusted away or towards, if you have small hands you can get shorty's for two finger braking and clutch action or a full length for full handed lever grabs, I find the later to be dangerous so only have a full length on my clutch so it's easy to hold in for longer time periods but either of them generates crazy force. The geometric layout of the lever action kinda amplifies what you would get from a stock lever
@@twistedsocal I agree. Thanks!
I have a ninja 300ex 2015. How come the ONLY adjustable levers are shorts?? I cannot find standards. Its so aggravating. I like holding near the end. I hate levers that are so short i have to twist my 2 fingers to reach it.
Honestly man, the shorty levers are soooo much better. Still ASV makes both short and long, they do custom levers as well. Just go online to Asv inventions and order what you need. You pick the color of the lever, the roller adjuster deal and the type ie forged or milled, both are off the charts when it comes to quality especially over OEM levers. It is one of those things where you get what you pay for that's for damn sure. They warrant the levers against all defects and even against damage caused by you, ie low side high side or other bike defacing maneuver. 5 years I believe it is, and they stand behind that, trust I have put it to the test.
Also, the short levers actually give you better control, it allows you to use two fingers at all times and the geometry of asv's products ensure that even a frail human can apply enough force via the leverage of the levers. Why go with long ones, you are not supposed to ride with your hands on the outside of the grips and there is just no way your hand is that fat as to actually take up the entire hand grip area. The long levers make you have to either curl or crunch your fingers up to get over them where the shorty setup allows you to keep a finger or two on them and if you for some wild reason(wanna do a stoppie at 100 maybe) you feel u need more pull force all you do is open your other fingers and they go right past the end of the lever to easily and quickly grab hold and add more stopping force. It's definitely quicker and easier. It is also way better looking but again it's personal preference in the end. Most people go with shit Chinese levers that will break if the bike is dropped or even mid braking on the freeway, the anodizing will fade or chip(should never be able to actually chip but I have seen what sure looks like chipping) and or the things will have way too much or too little play, not adjustable and if they are very limited, there is a reason they can offer such a killer warranty on the levers. They almost never have to actually do a warranty replacement.
@@twistedsocal that's good to know. Do you know if the rmv or dmv will not allow non factory grips to take the license test? Jw.
the california DMV could give half a fuck less, dont know and cant for sure say about any other state but typically our dmv tends to set the mood for how stupid the rest of them will be about things, take it for what it is but i bet they dont care and even if they did, tell me how they can tell one way or the other, really its a comfort thing, if they dont work for you then change them to ones that do right, no one but you will care or know most of the time.@@MattyDemello