Aftermarket pegs, shifter for Ninja 500?

Question

Does someone make aftermarket pegs and shifter for the Ninja 500, so I don't have to bend my legs backward to reach those things when I am leaning forward to grab the handlebars?

Answer 1

You're going to be able to purchase a rear-set for your bike, which will include your shifter, pegs, and rear-brake lever... but it's probably not going to make much difference in the position of your feet. Most rear-sets are actually smaller, and lighter, than their dense factory manufactured parts.

Rear-sets are adjustable, most of them anyway, and you could probably adjust the length of the shifter arm without aftermarket sets or pegs. Then again, most full-functioning aftermarket rear-sets bolt directly into the frame of the motorcycle for support, and moving the actual pegs to another location can be extremely difficult... or downright impossible on certain bikes.

When you ride this kind of motorcycle, the riding position is pretty much mandatory. It's not made for comfort, rather than aerodynamics and sheer speed. If you want to sit upright on a motorcycle, look into purchasing a sports-tourer or a crusier.

Answer 2

Doesn't sound like you want rear-sets! Woodcraft for example have a 1" rise and 2" rear set. I agree with Gabriel, if you don't like the peg position of a sport bike maybe you should look into a cruiser. However I may point out that whether it's your EX500 or other... the further forward you put your feet the more you compromise the handling of you and your bike... therefore also compromising your safety.

Answer 3

Get yourself to the classified ads in the back of Motor Cyclist magazine and see if there's anything there that can help you. I also suggest the Dennis Kirk catalog... www.denniskirk.com

Both are excellent sources of products and information.

Answer 4

Check out Competitionwerkes.com, or targa-acc.com.

Also check out woodcraft-cfm.com