Replacement Levers

iegod · Sep 23, 2011

I'm looking to get some replacement levers (clutch+brake) for my bike and would love not only recommendations for specific types but even better would be recommendations for Canadian retailers, be they local or online. While we're at it recommendations for Canadian retailers of general parts/accessories would also be welcome.

I've read good things about pazzo. Thoughts? The bike is an '06 Ninja 650R if that makes a difference.

jeffjones · Sep 23, 2011

iegod said:
I'm looking to get some replacement levers (clutch+brake) for my bike and would love not only recommendations for specific types but even better would be recommendations for Canadian retailers, be they local or online. While we're at it recommendations for Canadian retailers of general parts/accessories would also be welcome.

I've read good things about pazzo. Thoughts? The bike is an '06 Ninja 650R if that makes a difference.

Pazzo's are the best if you have deep pockets but if they are almost empty like mine then ebay is your best bet.

iegod · Sep 23, 2011

jeffjones said:
Pazzo's are the best if you have deep pockets but if they are almost empty like mine then ebay is your best bet.

I did see some really cheap ones on eBay but am worried about the mechanical quality and fit. If something's wrong it's not like I can just call them up and have a quick turnaround. I'd rather have piece of mind and pay a bit more for it. I also don't want to mess around with something I'm riding around with every day that has such a substantial feel on how I interact with the bike. Yesterday I replaced my bar ends with some cheap $15 ends from Kahuna, only to find the vibration was through the roof. The first thing I did when I got home was swap them out and put my old ones back in despite being worse for wear and not entirely as snug as they used to be.

jeffjones · Sep 23, 2011

iegod said:
I did see some really cheap ones on eBay but am worried about the mechanical quality and fit. If something's wrong it's not like I can just call them up and have a quick turnaround. I'd rather have piece of mind and pay a bit more for it. I also don't want to mess around with something I'm riding around with every day that has such a substantial feel on how I interact with the bike. Yesterday I replaced my bar ends with some cheap $15 ends from Kahuna, only to find the vibration was through the roof. The first thing I did when I got home was swap them out and put my old ones back in despite being worse for wear and not entirely as snug as they used to be.

I have the ebay ones on my F4i and they work fine, I like them. Ebay $40, Pazzos > $200

jc100 · Sep 23, 2011

jeffjones said:
I have the ebay ones on my F4i and they work fine, I like them. Ebay $40, Pazzos > $200

+1 I have the Ebay $40 ones and they work fine. No quality concerns at all. Do some research and you'll see most people don't have a problem with the knock-offs at all. I see the whole Pazzo vs Ebay thing as similar to Monster Cable HDMI vs generic HDMI.

Sushii · Sep 23, 2011

If your going to get pazzo's your better off with the ASV leavers as they provide lifetime warranty. Almost same price but better warranty. Otherwise, just get a knock off on ebay or kijiji as they serve the same purpose for much cheaper.

Griffin · Sep 23, 2011

I got Pazzo's from Pete's Superbike. Good price and excellent shipping service.

I was concerned with knock-offs screwing up the shift assist and/or the ABS on the S1000RR and I knew the Pazzo's would work well.

EDIT: because I'm an idiot and can never remember names and called Pete "Steve".

JFD · Sep 23, 2011

Get the cheap ****.

Mina · Sep 23, 2011

It took me a while to decide but I went with the ASV C5 unbreakable shorty levers.
They come with a 5 year warranty (*Not a lifetime warranty as Sushii mentioned) to replace/fix any bent or broken levers even if you crash.
They also have crazy adjustment increments compare to any other levers out there.

The warranty alone is what sealed the deal for me, but over all a very nice set of levers.
If I could do it all over though, I would get a long clutch lever with a short brake lever.
I'm starting to get used to clutching with just two fingers, but it was a bit of a bother at first.

06ravenS · Sep 23, 2011

I got my bike(first) this spring and it came with pazzo's(shortys) and until I rode my buddy's bike with stock ones I didn't know how awesome they were. I don't know if there is any difference between name brand or cheap ones but definitly get yourself some.

Sushii · Sep 23, 2011

2live&ride said:
They come with a 5 year warranty (*Not a lifetime warranty as Sushii mentioned) to replace/fix any bent or broken levers even if you crash.

I thought ASV came with lifetime warranty?

boooya · Sep 23, 2011

+1 on the ebay levers
no were near as good as the Pazzo's or ASV's but they work well and look great.
I just cant justify spending $200+ on levers IMO.
I got these ones, shipping was free and fit and finish was bang on.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280708801034
Shipped to my door within the week.

Mina · Sep 23, 2011

Sushii said:
I thought ASV came with lifetime warranty?

http://asvinventions.com/Warranty.html

ASV Unbreakable Guarantee time limits:

All “C/5 Series” CNC Machined Levers = 5-Year Guarantee

All “F-3 Series” Forged Levers = 3-Year Guarantee

All “F-1 Series” Forged Levers = 1-Year Guarantee

All “Y-Handle Tools” = 5 Year Guarantee

All "Rotator Clamps" = 5 Year Guarantee

Kick Stand = 5 Year Guarantee

Solo Sag Scale = 5 Year Guarantee

Joely · Sep 23, 2011

paazo's from pete's

Sushii · Sep 23, 2011

2live&ride said:
http://asvinventions.com/Warranty.html

Must've changed then... i was sure it used to be lifetime. Also did a couple googles searches and most posts say lifetime as well... Meh.

01cbr · Sep 23, 2011

jc100 said:
+1 I have the Ebay $40 ones and they work fine. No quality concerns at all. Do some research and you'll see most people don't have a problem with the knock-offs at all. I see the whole Pazzo vs Ebay thing as similar to Monster Cable HDMI vs generic HDMI.

Yes do some research and you will see that this statement is not correct.

Mina · Sep 23, 2011

01cbr said:
Yes do some research and you will see that this statement is not correct.

You mean like the guy whose lever broke under hard braking and ended up crashing?

01cbr · Sep 23, 2011

2live&ride said:
You mean like the guy whose lever broke under hard braking and ended up crashing?

I mean the countless threads online about ebay lever fitment issues.

I have a backround in this type of manufacturing, I know exactly how they cut costs to sell them so cheap.
I wouldnt buy them.

Mina · Sep 23, 2011

01cbr said:
I mean the countless threads online about ebay lever fitment issues.

I have a backround in this type of manufacturing, I know exactly how they cut costs to sell them so cheap.
I wouldnt buy them.

Care to elaborate a little?... I would be really interested to know the differences. Thanks!

01cbr · Sep 23, 2011

2live&ride said:
Care to elaborate a little?... I would be really interested to know the differences. Thanks!

Knockoffs are copies using cheaper materials. The tollerances are never as tight, thats way they are hit and miss in regards to fitmint. You could easily get a product that would be thrown out or reworked buy the original manufacture.

You cant see .005" over tollerance on an precision machined surface. But it can seriously effect performance.

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