Replacing stock bars with what?

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Replacing stock bars with what?

17 Dec 2014 08:15
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I've got a 1973 sr650 and want to replace the stock bars with something a bit cafe racerish. I found some clubmans on eBay.
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Will these work without changing throttle cables, etc? Any other options I should consider without breaking the bank?

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Re: Replacing stock bars with what?

17 Dec 2014 10:39 - 17 Dec 2014 10:40
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I think you will have to change those throttle cables as well as the clutch cable......without going to custom made look at getting the sets for a Z1R as they are shorter than yours.....if you keep the ones you have they will be flapping in the breeze as well as possibly binding up..........BTW, If it really is a 73 you have a truly rare bike :) :silly:
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Re: Replacing stock bars with what?

17 Dec 2014 10:47
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Anything smaller than the stock stuff typically requires new, shorter cables. Other than the clubmans, you can check out a drag style bar or some clip ons, both relatively cheap.
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Re: Replacing stock bars with what?

17 Dec 2014 10:47
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Besides the cables, you will also need to replace the brake line from the master cylinder to the junction
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Re: Replacing stock bars with what?

17 Dec 2014 10:50
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pete greek1 wrote: Besides the cables, you will also need to replace the brake line from the master cylinder to the junction
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Perfect time to upgrade to stainless lines :)
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Re: Replacing stock bars with what?

17 Dec 2014 11:09
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I got some drag bars because they are more comfortable than cafe bars (for me). I did use the stock throttle cable for a while but eventually got a shorter one for a cleaner look.

I also drilled the bars to keep the internal wiring. It was a bit of extra work but totally worth effort for how clean it looks.

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Re: Re:Replacing stock bars with what?

17 Dec 2014 21:50
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I bought low drop clubmans from speedmotoco for my 81 sr650 but I have not installed yet. Lot of research and finally decided for that one.
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Re: Re:Replacing stock bars with what?

18 Dec 2014 11:51
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Thx so much guys. Duh... 1978 and not 73.

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Re: Re:Replacing stock bars with what?

18 Dec 2014 11:54
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I really do not want to replace cables and brake line as I'm not positive I'm keeping the bike.

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Re: Replacing stock bars with what?

18 Dec 2014 12:11
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Not sure you want to keep it? Then dont make it all cafe racerish and leave it stock and just ride (better resale that way to)

And on not changing brake lines and cables, theyre bound to kink or bind if used with shorter bars, not to mention the brake lines are bound to be crud filled and able to plug up, probably throwing you from the bike if part of that crud breaks loose and plugs up a master cylinder port or the hose.
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Re: Replacing stock bars with what?

18 Dec 2014 12:45
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+1 on what floivanus said! Ed
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Re: Replacing stock bars with what?

19 Dec 2014 05:39 - 19 Dec 2014 05:41
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Ok, guys. Thx. I thought it would actually increase resale and be a fun winterproject. I guess I'll keep it stock and at least bury the wires. I've got plenty of other stuff to do to this bike. I

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