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18Bravo

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Although I was very happy with RSD clip ons on my Sporty, I decided to go with clubmans on my CB750K.
I'm already rethinking that decision as the top yoke on the tree interferes somewhat with how I can position them. The reason for not going with clip ons again? I want to take the headlight "ears" from one of my CB500T's and put them on the 750, as it came with no headlight. So clip ons wouldn't work.
At any rate, I can't simply put my controls on the new bars because of the little locating nubs. There are obviously no corresponding holes in my new bars. (would've has the same problem with clip ons)
I certainly don't want to try drilling holes in the bars in the exact spot I need them. That's just asking for frustration. So, do I simply grind these nubs off, or remove the whole nub piece? They slide out easily enough. I have a feeling the pieces help secure the wiring somewhat, and probably help keep water out. I'd be interested in what the majority has done.

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Grind the nubs off.

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Re: Clubman Question

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I got these off ebay for a good price (lights not included). they have them in black and chrome. They are universal fit and would leave plenty of room for clip-ons, all you need is your fork diameter.

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Thanks. I have exactly those that are going on the donor bike (CB500T) because it will have clip ons. The ears that are going on the 750 I want to swap left and right and invert. I think that'll lower the headlight (also from CB500T) about four inches or so.
I'm considering doing away with those switch boxes altogether. I don't use half the stuff the switches are for, and I can always reposition the start button.

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