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Adjustable Rearsets?

Gen 5: 2016-20 
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#1 ·
I've never had adjustable rearsets on any of my previous bikes so I have no idea what to look for.

On my Gen 5 the right foot peg lip digs into my foot and is uncomfortable after about 15 minutes, my foot falls asleep :(

Also, I'm pretty tall (6'4") so lowering the pegs slightly would help on longer rides.

Looking around the LighTech and Bonamici rearsets look really good, and seem pretty adjustable, but are there others I should be looking at?

I mainly commute on my 10r so I'm optimizing for comfort over track performance. Any input would be appreciated!
 
#3 ·
Those Diamond rearsets are fairly similar to the Chinese rearsets for ZX10R on Ebay.

CNC Black Adjustable Footpegs Mount Rearsets Rear for Kawasaki ZX10R 2011 2016 | eBay

I am 6'3" and long legged and they make life much nicer on the bike.
Better inner thigh to tank contact that also helps in taking weight off wrists on the bars and aids lower back as well as much better shifting through the gears.

Also for large feet it is more comfortable on the pegs, they are non slip but without the outer lip of the OEM rearsets.
 
#12 ·
We just released our rearsets at Graves. These were originally developed to team specs for some racing applications and some exhausting R&D and 3D prototyping. When they came out it was exclusively through our WORKS program. Due to a lot of people having rearset caused shift issue they went pretty fast. We have extra sets on hand now :)


Graves Motorsports Kawasaki ZX-10R Adjustable Rearsets

These Motorcycle Rearsets are designed for factory level racing teams. Every feature of these Rearsets is extremely specific in design to meet the needs of professional technicians and racers. At Graves we put 30 years of racing and manufacturing into the development of our products.

Graves 2016 Kawasaki ZX 10 rearset features

  • Adjustable foot peg location
  • Adjustable shift lever ratios
  • Optional shift direction. 1 down 5 Up (standard shift) or 1 up 5 down (GP style reverse shift)
  • Double roller bearing levers
  • Folding lever tips
  • 3.55 M1 foot pegs
  • Carbon Heal Guards
  • Constructed from USA grade 7075 and 6061 billet aluminum
  • Professional hardware

100% developed, tested and manufactured in the USA (Van Nuys California) by Graves Motorsports team of specialists.

Graves Motorsports Kawasaki ZX-10 Adjustable Rearsets

Feel free to call in direct 800-867-6480 ext. 800 for site specials or use your favorite parts shop.. Thank you.
 

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#17 ·
Be Careful... Check the ACTUAL amount of drop in adjustments.. Most don't drop at all.. I ended up going Gilles as they have the most in drop. Followed by Attack.. If you notice, most sellers say they have gobs of adjustment, but they don't tell/show you schematic to actually see it.. Also don't be fooled... Hate to say it.. But most sets ARE made by the Chinese and re-badged.. I say most... Not all..

I'm still looking for someone who makes a drop plate for the rear sets, that will fix most our problems..

RC
 
#19 ·
(Regarding Woodcraft rearsets and the concerning ABS model)

and from this thread http://www.zx-10r.net/forum/f23/zx1...extra-long-brake-line-344201.html#post4408089


purchased on Revzilla and from their site they mention "a fitment issue" with the rear brake line for the ABS model.
The line needs to be custom ordered "a few inches longer".
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I have talked to Spiegler... this is what they said..

"We can make a rear line for you. You would however need to tell us the extra length you need and if the fitting(s) need to be changed.
We do not keep specs on lines that use non-OEM equipment. Once you get that info you can call us at the number below to place an order for a custom line."
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Before I started the install on the woodcraft rearsets... I did a bit of digging around.

I also contacted Woodcraft and asked them about it, basically if they could tell me the length.
This is the message woodcraft sent me:

"We would recommend running a brake line that is about 2 inches longer. Galfer would be the best bet to source them. Note that to install the longer brake line you would have to remove the rear swing-arm."
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I'm not taking off a swing-arm for this. Disappointed, I ended up putting the woodcraft rearsets back on a truck to Revzilla.
 
#20 ·
I contacted R&G yesterday here's their reply!

"Many thanks for getting in touch. We include a replacement/extended brake line in the Rearset kit to allow for full adjustability of the rear set, swingarm removal isn't required to install the R&G kit"
they also included the instructions.
 
#21 ·
okay... Homework is all done. Sorry for the multiple posts -but atleast you can see I was working hard! :p

I just spoke with Jake at Vortex - He picked up the phone and called me! Nice!

The *new Vortex V3 2.0 RS403K model

- works with the ABS model
- doesn't require a new brake line
- uses the stock brake light switch!
- comes with both standard and gp shift!

He mentioned this was the most difficult set of rear sets they have built! No doubt.


here's some documents...

https://www.vortexracing.com/cache/files/3230fc0197b995b0b6a7a5b724956f6769a7bf99.pdf

https://www.vortexracing.com/cache/files/252abd4329193a749a4f75704c44e084694bffdf.pdf
 

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#22 · (Edited)
okay... Homework is all done. Sorry for the multiple posts -but atleast you can see I was working hard! :p

I just spoke with Jake at Vortex - He picked up the phone and called me! Nice!

The *new Vortex V3 2.0 RS403K model

- works with the ABS model
- doesn't require a new brake line
- uses the stock brake light switch!
- comes with both standard and gp shift!
Having just installed these exact rearsets a few days ago on my 2017 10RR, I can confirm they work with the factory abs brake line, but unless I'm missing something, and I'm pretty meticulous on my installs, there's no provisions for the factory brake light switch.
 
#30 ·
One thing occured to me after reading your private message, you stated you had the GSX-R 1000, so do you have these rearsets for that bike or a 5th Gen ZX-10R? Assuming since you state model 403 we're talking about the 5th gen ZX-10R but I wanted to be sure.
If you watch this video straight from Vortex at the 0:16 second mark you'll notice they have the brake light switch dangling right behind the frame/rearset mounts, not attached to the brake lever, or secured...meaning no factory brake light switch. Also if you go to their website, https://www.vortexracing.com/shop/product/140335/1924/28/53/ there's no mention of working with the factory brake switch on the product detail page, but they do offer the brake pressure switch, and the brake side photo shows the same detail the video does of the factory switch dangling behind the frame/rearset mount...which is exactly my experience with these rearsets. In no way am I complaining about this lol, I've been very happy with all the Vortex products I've bought, but I want people to know that Jake's statement is not the experience I'm having...it'd be great to get a response from Vortex for clarification.
 
#41 ·
Probably late to the party... but I got the Lightech rearsets (with folding pegs) and I am very satisfied. Their not super expensive vs. Graves but their just as adjustable, look stylish, and come from a pretty reputable company. I recommend their rearsets and chain adjusters to anyone.
 
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