Some new rearsets?

MotoVegas · 11-10-2007, 02:16 PM

So, I HATE my arrow rearsets on my ZX-10. Not adjustable enough for my taste, and kinda "clunky" on the shifts.

I have owned Sato in the past (man, they shifted like butter), but my concern is the adjustability. I'm kicking around some Attack rearsets because they seem to have a great amount of adjustablity. I know Vortex is also highly adjustable but, their peg is WAY to rough on the soles of boots (and at nearly 300 lbs with my gear on, my boots will be ruined in no time with those).

So, any thoughts on the Attack rearsets? Maybe Woodcraft? Others? Again, my chief concern is 1) great amount of adjustability and 2) Pegs that aren't cut in a way that will destroy a boot in a few trackdays.

Any thoughts or advice, is as always, much appreciated.

phobe · 11-10-2007, 02:24 PM

The Vortex ones have some seriously gnarly pegs.... they will definitely chew up your Sidis. I had them for my 1000... I ordered more for my 600 but they are basically backordered forever so I went with Woodcraft. Not quite as adjustable as the Vortex but I prefer the linkage (direct to the shifter without having to use the extra stock pivot). Also they are more of a "racer's brand" and made in the USA so replacement parts are cheap and readily available. The Sato and Gilles stuff is really nice but forget about replacement parts. I think the Gilles "VCR" sets are probably the ultimate in adjustability though.

ND4SPD · 11-10-2007, 02:40 PM

I'm a big fan of Vortex but then again I'm a lightweight and have no trouble with them tearing up my boots. They also crash VERY well.

You should ping Heavy-Dee about his experience with Attack rearsets.

NorthernRR · 11-10-2007, 02:42 PM

Plus one for sato, I love mine, but if they don't adjust enough for you that is a problem.

CBR929RE · 11-10-2007, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by NorthernRR

Plus one for sato, I love mine, but if they don't adjust enough for you that is a problem.

love mine too. they seem as adjustable as you can get with the exception of ones like the Gilles VCR type. and I had no problem getting some replacement parts from Dan Kyle for them.

bwhip · 11-10-2007, 03:43 PM

Love the Satos on my 1098, as I did the ones on the RC. I've got the Vortex on my 600. They're great, but the pegs are way coarse. I've got a friend who put these rubber O-rings on his, in the recesses between the teeth, and I thought that was a really clever way to retain good grip while making them not so abrasive.

MotoVegas · 11-10-2007, 05:48 PM

Man, those VCRs look great... but it looks like they dont make them for ZX-10s.

I'll shoot a PM to H-D re: Attacks. Thanks fellas!

Heavy-Dee · 11-11-2007, 11:18 AM

For the sake of making good contribution to the forum here is the PMing between myself and MotoVegas.

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Originally Posted by MotoVegas
So I posted up some questions about rearsets, and was asking about Attack when someone mentioned I should hit you up.

Point is, I have arrows right now. I dislike them. Not very adjustable and clunky on the shifts (got 2 false neutrals yesterday, and that was never a problem on my stock set).

My biggest concern is adjustability. I'm staying clear of Vortex (Im close to 300lbs with my gear on and those Vortex pegs will destroy my boots in no time); and Sato as much as I love their feel (had some on my ZX-14, they were outstanding), don't have the adjustability I am looking for. Someone mentioned Gilles VCRs, but it doesn't look like they make them for the ZX-10.

So, I was wondering what your experience has been with the Attack rearset? Any insight would be helpful.

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Originally Posted by HeavyDee

I really don't like the way the peg mounts. I had one fall off during a race years ago, and know of another guy this past season that had the same problem.

The Vortex rearsets are extremely durable and plenty adjustable. The pegs are really sharp, but I've heard of people filing them down to make them less so. Just a bit, so that are like little spikes but still provide grip. That would be my recomendation. But, yea I'd stay away from the Attack rearsets unless they redesigned the way the pegs mount. I guess you could saftey wire it too. Your call I guess.

MotoVegas · 11-11-2007, 05:13 PM

Thanks H-D. Perhaps, Vortex with some gentle grinding is the way to go.

Heavy-Dee · 11-11-2007, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by MotoVegas

Thanks H-D. Perhaps, Vortex with some gentle grinding is the way to go.

Consider Bwhip's suggestion about the o-rings as well. Seems like a pretty ingenious solution.

seamus · 11-11-2007, 08:02 PM

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Originally Posted by MotoVegas

Thanks H-D. Perhaps, Vortex with some gentle grinding is the way to go.

I've had the Vortex pegs on mine for about a year and a half. Haven't gotten a ton of track days but mine's also a daily driver/weekend ride bike and hasn't done too much damage to my Sidis. For a reference, I just took a look at the bottom of my new Gaerne's that I have with me (3 months old, about 3000 road miles)and the left sole has a little bit of wear from shifting.

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I have had some nice scabs on my shins from bumping into the bike in the garage though.

Heavy-Dee · 11-11-2007, 08:03 PM

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I have had some nice scabs on my shins from bumping into the bike in the garage though.

I've lost a couple pairs of jeans....

Hammer · 11-11-2007, 08:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Heavy-Dee

I've lost a couple pairs of jeans....

I've lost my religion

evl_twn · 11-11-2007, 08:10 PM

"Cycle Cat"...

luvtolean · 11-12-2007, 11:32 AM

I had Attacks for two years. No problems, but they flexed more than I like, and weren't anodized (which pissed me off thoroughly).

I wouldn't recommend them.

CBR929RE · 11-12-2007, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by evl_twn

"Cycle Cat"...

site only lists 04-05. seems the same with most manufacturers so I'm guess the 06+ is different.

DEPO · 11-12-2007, 01:26 PM

I have the Aratas...... AWESOME.... AWESOME.... AWESOME.

Fully Adjustable and very well built. Pricey (about the same as SATO), but worth it. Once I embraced the Joy of being bent into a pretzel, I loved the rearsets.

tigerblade · 11-12-2007, 01:42 PM

I have Woodcraft non-adjustable rearsets. Hold up well and every little component is replaceable.

Crash · 11-12-2007, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by evl_twn

"Cycle Cat"...

They have nice stuff by way over priced on most of their items. I say that because I have no idea what their stuff is really like. For the RC their rear sets are more expensive then the Satos. I find their designs interesting but can they be worth it?

evl_twn · 11-12-2007, 11:39 PM

Those were on the bike when I bought it, so I didn't have to shop for rearsets. I was just throwing those out there as another option.

11-10-2007, 02:16 PM	#1
MotoVegas Join Date: 01-03-2007 Location: Las Vegas Age: 38 Bike(s): ZX-10R & HD Ultra Classic Posts: 888	Some new rearsets? So, I HATE my arrow rearsets on my ZX-10. Not adjustable enough for my taste, and kinda "clunky" on the shifts. I have owned Sato in the past (man, they shifted like butter), but my concern is the adjustability. I'm kicking around some Attack rearsets because they seem to have a great amount of adjustablity. I know Vortex is also highly adjustable but, their peg is WAY to rough on the soles of boots (and at nearly 300 lbs with my gear on, my boots will be ruined in no time with those). So, any thoughts on the Attack rearsets? Maybe Woodcraft? Others? Again, my chief concern is 1) great amount of adjustability and 2) Pegs that aren't cut in a way that will destroy a boot in a few trackdays. Any thoughts or advice, is as always, much appreciated. __________________ Enjoy my pics Enjoy my crash Enjoy riding with Whip and I at SMMR

11-10-2007, 02:24 PM	#2
phobe circa 1960 Join Date: 12-17-2006 Age: 26 Bike(s): 600RR, 125R Posts: 4,629	Re: Some new rearsets? The Vortex ones have some seriously gnarly pegs.... they will definitely chew up your Sidis. I had them for my 1000... I ordered more for my 600 but they are basically backordered forever so I went with Woodcraft. Not quite as adjustable as the Vortex but I prefer the linkage (direct to the shifter without having to use the extra stock pivot). Also they are more of a "racer's brand" and made in the USA so replacement parts are cheap and readily available. The Sato and Gilles stuff is really nice but forget about replacement parts. I think the Gilles "VCR" sets are probably the ultimate in adjustability though.

11-10-2007, 02:40 PM	#3
ND4SPD I'm BATMAN!!! Join Date: 12-12-2006 Bike(s): Trek Posts: 8,028 Images: 25	Re: Some new rearsets? I'm a big fan of Vortex but then again I'm a lightweight and have no trouble with them tearing up my boots. They also crash VERY well. You should ping Heavy-Dee about his experience with Attack rearsets. __________________ "This is your life - are you who you want to be?" Learn all you need to know about Mac OS X

11-10-2007, 02:42 PM	#4
NorthernRR Join Date: 12-18-2006 Age: 28 Bike(s): 1KRR, VFR, CRF450R, EX500 Posts: 1,394	Re: Some new rearsets? Plus one for sato, I love mine, but if they don't adjust enough for you that is a problem. __________________ See you at Indy

11-10-2007, 03:43 PM	#6
bwhip Every ride a gift... Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Idaho, USA Bike(s): 1098S-SXV550-849-Ruckus Posts: 3,897	Re: Some new rearsets? Love the Satos on my 1098, as I did the ones on the RC. I've got the Vortex on my 600. They're great, but the pegs are way coarse. I've got a friend who put these rubber O-rings on his, in the recesses between the teeth, and I thought that was a really clever way to retain good grip while making them not so abrasive. __________________ My Gallery

11-10-2007, 05:48 PM	#7
MotoVegas Join Date: 01-03-2007 Location: Las Vegas Age: 38 Bike(s): ZX-10R & HD Ultra Classic Posts: 888	Re: Some new rearsets? Man, those VCRs look great... but it looks like they dont make them for ZX-10s. I'll shoot a PM to H-D re: Attacks. Thanks fellas! __________________ Enjoy my pics Enjoy my crash Enjoy riding with Whip and I at SMMR Last edited by MotoVegas; 11-10-2007 at 07:44 PM. Reason: Because I need to learn how to read

11-11-2007, 05:13 PM	#9
MotoVegas Join Date: 01-03-2007 Location: Las Vegas Age: 38 Bike(s): ZX-10R & HD Ultra Classic Posts: 888	Re: Some new rearsets? Thanks H-D. Perhaps, Vortex with some gentle grinding is the way to go. __________________ Enjoy my pics Enjoy my crash Enjoy riding with Whip and I at SMMR

11-11-2007, 08:10 PM	#14
evl_twn CAN CRUSHER Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Central Illinois Age: 40 Bike(s): worm gear Posts: 1,646	Re: Some new rearsets? "Cycle Cat"... Attached Thumbnails

11-12-2007, 11:32 AM	#15
luvtolean Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: SF Bay Area, CA Bike(s): 2008 BMW GS-A Posts: 6,325	Re: Some new rearsets? I had Attacks for two years. No problems, but they flexed more than I like, and weren't anodized (which pissed me off thoroughly). I wouldn't recommend them. __________________ Someone needs to present the facts and the physics rather than just the rhetoric. Poor old Carmelo doesn't understand the physics of a motorcycle. - Jerry Burgess, on spec tires and changing engine rules

11-12-2007, 01:26 PM	#17
DEPO Godspeed, #20 Join Date: 12-18-2006 Age: 33 Bike(s): Track 954 and Uly Bagger Posts: 701	Re: Some new rearsets? I have the Aratas...... AWESOME.... AWESOME.... AWESOME. Fully Adjustable and very well built. Pricey (about the same as SATO), but worth it. Once I embraced the Joy of being bent into a pretzel, I loved the rearsets. __________________ Welcome to the Dance!

11-12-2007, 01:42 PM	#18
tigerblade Just curious Join Date: 12-15-2006 Location: The MIL Age: 34 Bike(s): SV650S Posts: 2,114	Re: Some new rearsets? I have Woodcraft non-adjustable rearsets. Hold up well and every little component is replaceable.

11-12-2007, 11:39 PM	#20
evl_twn CAN CRUSHER Join Date: 12-13-2006 Location: Central Illinois Age: 40 Bike(s): worm gear Posts: 1,646	Re: Some new rearsets? Those were on the bike when I bought it, so I didn't have to shop for rearsets. I was just throwing those out there as another option.

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