Just got my Genmar riser blocks in the mail yesterday.

Installation is pretty straightforward, BUT the rt side makes the brake hose VERY tight. I have a 2012, is it the same as other years?

The hose looks like it goes down to a little junction block on the frt of the frame. I dont know how else to describe it, and there doesn't seem to be any way to gain any play; as its bolted there too.

Am I worried about nothing? We'll see if I make it home from my quick test ride.

ALSO, should I locktite the bolts in? they weren't from the factory.

Found this thread after searching some more. guess Ill just keep an eye on it.

http://www.zx14ninjaforum.com/messages.cfm?threadid=FEC41210-1372-66AE-3BB168AEEC3F7730

* Last updated by: rod442 on 5/13/2012 @ 4:23 PM *

Can't comment, but curious what your opinion is compared to the stock height
Can't you work the assembly back on the bar itself?

yes, I was able to rotate the bar end down and get it lined up and tightened.

as for how it rides, Ill post back when I get back. leaving now for maybe an hour.

Back from my ride. I really dont have comfort issues around town, with shifting riding position so much. So its hard to be sure its going to be as good as I hoped, but I still notice some improvement.

Really need to get some 50+ mile highway jaunts in, where Im in one position for longer periods 30mins to an hour. that will tell the tale.

To take some tension off the brake hose, I rotated the bracket for the master and brake lever down a tiny bit. At some point, Ill probably make a little bracket (as suggested in the link I posted above).

"To take some tension off the brake hose, I rotated the bracket for the master and brake lever down a tiny bit"...yep...that's what ya do.Good Job!Welcome BTW!.You COULD just purchase a single hose(aftermarket)and install if you're concerned.Maybe an inch longer or so.

Grn14, thx for the tip. I may just do that (buy a longer hose), we'll see. Ill keep an eye on it for the time being; and it seems that mine must be the same as everyone else's. So its likely fine.

Ya...that brake line is a bit stiff...but you solved it with the master/perch adjustment.May even be able to bring that assembly in closer to the inside there...give ya a few MM more?Had those on my 07 for a couple seasons...never had a prob with that hose going bad from being a tad 'tight'.

* Last updated by: Grn14 on 5/13/2012 @ 9:40 PM *

When I installed my Genmars my front brake line was tighter than Auron's avatar :)

So yes very tight.