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IMS oversized tank?
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Posted by: balls2da-wall

Do you need a +1 stem to run a oversized tank on a 450R? I have about a 1inch rise anyway due to running moose oversized clamps for my flex bars, so im wondering if I need a stem to run the tank.

Posted by: booger

no you do not need a +1 stem to run a big tank....... becuase the seat height stays the same......

Posted by: balls2da-wall

I thought the reasoning behind running a larger stem was so the bars clear the top of the tank.

Posted by: Honda TRX250ex

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Originally posted by balls2da-wall
I thought the reasoning behind running a larger stem was so the bars clear the top of the tank.

No, longer steering stems are used for better control.

Posted by: Scro

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Originally posted by Honda TRX250ex
No, longer steering stems are used for better control.

True, but the stock stem will hit the IMS tank. This can be corrected by either buying a new stem or grinding down the stock one.

In stock form the handlebars will hit, but since you have the risers they probably won't.

Posted by: tim colston

quote:
Originally posted by Honda TRX250ex
No, longer steering stems are used for better control.

You will need a longer stem.