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Roland Sands Design’s New Sector Risers Installed

RSD Sector Low Rider ST

When Roland Sands Design released its new Sector lineup of hard parts for Harley-Davidson models, we knew of one specific bike that was begging for the new modular riser and gauge relocation setup (ours!). Luckily, RSD and company’s Sector Riser and Gauge Relocation Kits were a perfect pair for our Harley-Davidson Low Rider ST model.

Designed, engineered, and manufactured in Long Beach California; the Sector collection from Roland Sands Design is a highly detailed V-twin performance product line that allows adjustability, gauge mounts and high-performance finishes tested for durability and long-term quality. Keeping with the all-black aesthetic of the Low Rider ST, the black ano finish was a no-brainer. Although that Nickel finish is looking top-notch, the black anodized finish made sense for this project.

The RSD Sector Gauge Relocator allows riders to ditch the stock gauge housing and location and dial in a custom rider view on their bagger. Designed as a complement to our Sector modular riser system, this gauge relocation system will work with any 1-1/8-inch T bar or riser system. The modular design of the Y mounting clamp allows for 3 areas of pivot to dial in your desired location for easy viewing. Gauges can be mounted to the front or back of the bars depending on riser height and clearances. The Gauge housing uses minimal material to ensure riders do not lose visibility of their OEM screen or infotainment system.

THE FACTS: GAUGE RELOCATOR KIT (MILWAUKEE-EIGHT SOFTAILS)

  • Machined from 6061 aluminum
  • Modular design allows for multiple mounting locations
  • Available in black anodize or nickel
  • Y -clamp system offer three points of pivot
  • Bar clamp size 1-1/8 inches tapers to 1-inch for bar ends
  • All hardware included
  • Designed and made in Long Beach, California

We headed over to our local dealer, Huntington Beach Harley-Davidson to tackle the installation of the new Roland Sands Design Sector Modular Riser System with new ODI Bars and Grips and all-in-one cable/wiring provided by CableKits.com. A big thank you to the crew at HBHD: Tim for being the hand model and top-notch pro at getting the Sector setup installed, Hampton the Service Manager that agreed to put up with our crew, Serra and Kristen, the marketing folks who helped facilitate this installation, and Riun the parts guru that solved any parts hurdles we ran into along the way (there were a few but Riun is the man!). And of course, Greg, the General Manager for HBHD. Thanks again, guys for the high level of service and attention to detail. You’re a solid crew!

Low Rider ST riser removal
Tim rolled the Low Rider ST onto the lift and got started by removing the outer and inner fairings to gain access to the riser bolt hardware.

 

Low Rider ST fairing
He needed to remove both the outer and inner fairing to get to the riser bolts. He also temporarily unplugged all the factory connectors feeding into the handlebars from the wiring harness. The stock clutch cable and brake lines were also removed since we needed new, longer brake lines, clutch cables and wiring extensions for the switches and dash since we were going with a taller handlebar position.

 

Low rider risers
After removing the risers, he was able to remove the entire factory handlebar setup as one unit to make things easier.

 

Softail risers
Prepping to install the new RSD Sector risers, Tim installed new Harley-Davidson urethane bushings into the triple trees, which reduce vibration and make for a smoother ride.

 

RSD risers
The new Sector riser lowers installed.

 

RSD sector risers
Next, the bridge that couples the Roland Sands Design Sector risers together was installed, as were the pullback sections of the modular system.

 

Sector Riser modular system
We went with the 8-inch Sector risers in black, which measured out to be what we were looking for in terms of height and pullback to best fit our reach.

 

ODI Grips handlebar wiring
Tim internally wired the new ODI Handlebar.

 

ODI internally wired bars
With the ODI bars plumbed, and switch housings loosely fitted up, it was time to install them on the new Roland Sands Design Sector setup.

 

Low Rider ST handlebar adjustment
We sat on the bike while Tim positioned the handlebar and switch housings to properly fit us to the new setup.

 

ODI Grips
The ODI Hart Luck Grips (black) were then installed. A little bit of moto mixed with V-twin looks nice on the ST.

 

ODI Hart Luck grips
And the switch housings were buttoned up.

 

Low RIder ST bars and RSD Sector kit
Here’s a look at the new system prior to installing the new brake lines and clutch cables. Just the right amount of rise and pullback we were looking for.

 

RSD sector gauges
The factory top clamp, which integrates the digital gauge versus the new RSD Sector Gauge Relocation mount, which is sleeker and cooler. Notice the three-point-adjustable Y-clamp for the gauge.

 

cablekits.com clutch cable
With any taller handlebar job, you’re more than likely going to need to to order new clutch cable, brake lines and handlebar wiring extensions. We found the CableKits.com setup which included everything you need for an installation like this, making it a very turn-key deal. Tim installed the new clutch cable kit with adapter…

 

clutch adjustment on low rider st
…And attached the new clutch cable to the factory lever.

 

Low Rider st clutch adjustment
Once the new clutch cable assembly was installed, Tim adjusted the clutch.

 

low rider st adjustment
After adjusting the clutch, Tim moved onto installing the new brake lines and then bled the entire system. Then Tim moved onto reinstalling the inner and outer fairing and overall installation was complete and it was time to test the new setup.

 

RSD Sector completed setup
The RSD Sector setup in 8-inch rise and ODI’s bars/grips provide just the height and the pullback fits great. Overall, the cool new design is definitely an eye-catcher as well.

 

Low Rider ST with completed RSD Sector Riser Setup A birds-eye view of the new RSD Sector Modular Riser setup with ODI Bars and Grips

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