A dumb question about handlebars.

[Chisenhallw]

Remember what Mr. Garrison said 'There are no stupid questions, only stupid people.' Well, that'd be me. \\/

What's the sizing on an 82 GS650G, and are there any good aftermarket bars out there? I'd like something a little more up and back.

[earlfor]

The handlebars are 7/8" diameter as are all Japanese bikes.

E.

Remember what Mr. Garrison said 'There are no stupid questions, only stupid people.' Well, that'd be me. \\/

What's the sizing on an 82 GS650G, and are there any good aftermarket bars out there? I'd like something a little more up and back.

[redtires]

Yes, all these bikes do use 7/8" bars. For most, finding bars tends to be hit and miss, trial by fire, whatever you want to call it, but here are a few pointers: most bars are measured at three points, height, width, and pull-back. It may be beneficial for you to know what your current bars are for a baseline. Also, make sure that you know and look for bars that have an appropriate amount of space for your grips and controls, I've made that mistake once and ended up with a useless pair of bars gathering dust in my garage. Now, if you really want to do the most to get it right the first time, grab a partner and a measuring tape, then head for your bike. You are sitting there, in a position that you deem appropriate, hands up where you want them, then have you partner take down all the necessary numbers. And from there, you can begin your search. One other thing to take note of is that bars can come in various "sweeps", or the angle at which the bars will put your hands, this can be another important piece of info as for many, it affects how well their wrists and forearms do over long periods in the saddle. Well, there's the long of it...lol...hope it helps!

[Cooked]

I too was wondering about aftermarket bars... as my 82 GS650E bars are bent.

I understand the sizing piece... but was wondering if someone could recommend a good aftermark brand (in case I am not able to locate used).

~ Russ

[Chisenhallw]

Thanks redtires! You rock!

[emjay]

... as my 82 GS650E bars are bent...

Ain't they spoze ta be bent? :-D

[Cooked]

Ain't they spoze ta be bent? :-D

lol... mine have been blessed with an extra "tweak" :shock:

[khardrunner14]

Unless you are looking for showroom condition or drag strip tolerances brand really doesn't matter. Just figure out what look/feel you want and find a bar that has it. There are so many good style choices from OEM, clubman, drag, superbike, ape hangers, and everything in between.

[Billyboy]

I've got "Euro" bars on my GS1000 from Bikemaster. Love 'em.

[rgierer]

I also picked up a set of bikemaster eurobars for my 1100g. I too am quite pleased

[Surly]

Me Too!

Bikemaster Euro. The little I've been able to ride I like the bend and width. Fill it with #9 lead shot for the best vibration damping available. I know it's heavy, but so are GSs.

[Chisenhallw]

Found this - looks pretty good. Anybody dealt with them?

http://www.sideroadcycles.com/ImportedMotorcycles/ImportHandlebars/ImportHandlebars78.html