1980 GS450E Levers and Controls

[Strycker]

After a little searching I couldn't find what I was looking for. So, my questions is, does anyone know what I can use for new controls on my rebuild? I will need new levers at a minimum, but would like to ultimately find something that is nearly a direct bolt-on if possible for new master cylinder and controls / levers. Has anyone out there fitted any other year OEM parts to this bike? Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks.

[Agemax]

try a breakers yard or ebay, almost any suzuki controls will fit. i have 600 bandit clutch and front brake on my GS1000

[pete]

+1 on what Agemax said.

The levers on my 450E are a different colour to each other, and that's how it was when I got it, so there are definitely others that will fit.

One thing I'm going to try with mine is a later model GSXR left control switch so I can see if I can get a 'bar mounted choke happening.

Depending on the condition of the front master cylinder I may end up in the same situation as you... so keep us up to date with what you find.

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