Replacing 650GL bars

[Skinner]

I plan on replacing the handlebars on my '81 650GL with something not as swept back. I know this is a change many "L" riders make. Does swapping the bars require new choke and throttle cables, and a new front brake line? Or can they be rerouted?

Thanks!
K

[Skinner]

After I posted this I tried an advanced search with different subjects. "replace handelbar" didn't cut it, but "handlebars" and "throttle cable" turned up a ton. I'll sort through those results and I'm sure I'll find something.

Carry on.

K

[Caferacernoc]

I have changed handlebars on a number of bikes. Rerouting the cables has always worked fine for me.

[Steve]

Depending on the bars you choose, your options will include bars and/or cables from the 650G, 650E and 650M.

The 650G still has bars with decent rise and sweep back, but not as much as the 650L. Not sure if the 650E has the same bars as the G, but they might be a bit lower. The 650M is the Katana model and likely has the lowest bars of the bunch.

It would be good to spend a few minutes with the parts cross-reference at Alpha Sports to see if the bars and cables are the same or not.

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[Skinner]

It would be good to spend a few minutes with the parts cross-reference at Alpha Sports to see if the bars and cables are the same or not.

Thanks Steve, I'll do that.

[qisteve]

I put Daytona bars on my 650GL 2 years ago without changing cables. It took a long time to figure out cable routing that was smooth and kink free, but it works well and looks good. A VERY good improvement, BTW.