US spec handlebars - sorted now, thanks

[jon stead]

I'm looking for a set of US spec handlebars bars for a 1973 K2 500 4. PN 5310032300

David Silver, no stock. EBay not sure if the set on there are the correct ones.

Amy ideas?

[JamesH]

 Very hard to find I'm afraid Jon..

[AshimotoK0]

That's the same part no. as the K0 & K1 for USA . I got a really nice part from DK (Twowhelspares)  for less than it was to re-chrome my originals plus they had one of the bar switches on that I used for parts.

[AshimotoK0]

That's the same part no. as the K0 & K1 for USA . I got a really nice part from DK (Twowhelspares)  for less than it was to re-chrome my originals plus they had one of the bar switches on that I used for parts.

You could make a low offer on these or ask them if they are prepared to split. I think I paid around £35 Best offer for the ones I got. Worth a try....definitely cheaper that importing from USA and returns policy is excellent. You are talking £40-50 to get originals re-chromed anyway in my experience.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Honda-CB500-4-CB500F-Four-1972-Handlebars-Handle-Bars-Switchgear-/332252068856?hash=item4d5bc43bf8:g:DX4AAOSwjL5ZNTZ~

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Honda-CB500-4-CB500-Four-1972-Handlebars-Handle-Bars-Switchgear-Switch-Gear-/311529029184?hash=item488893be40:g:BiYAAOSwoydWnPlT

[petermigreen]

Poor timing I'm afraid. I literally just sold some on eBay.

[deltarider]

If I may ask. Why would you want US handlebars?

[hairygit]

If I may ask. Why would you want US handlebars?

I gave up asking people that long ago, I'll never understand it! U.K. spec bars handle so much better, especially if you enjoy brisk riding on twisty U.K. roads, and at motorway speeds U.S. spec high bars leave you feeling like a flag in a force 10 gale, and certainly ain't good for fuel consumption!

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[Honda Al]

I got 'US' style bars on mine. I was in the same situation, couldn't find originals in a decent condition and price.

In the end, because I wasn't fussy about originality, I found the measurements of the originals and bought some from M&P. I think there was 1/2 inch difference.

If you like I can dig out the old invoice and find out exactly what they were?

Alan


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[jon stead]

I got 'US' style bars on mine. I was in the same situation, couldn't find originals in a decent condition and price.

In the end, because I wasn't fussy about originality, I found the measurements of the originals and bought some from M&P. I think there was 1/2 inch difference.

If you like I can dig out the old invoice and find out exactly what they were?

Alan

Hi Alan

Yes if you don't mind. Cheers Chris


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[jon stead]

If I may ask. Why would you want US handlebars?

The bike is an American import that the previous owner tried to make look like a uk model. I would prefer to keep it original and plus I think the higher bars would be more comfortable for my aged body.

[Moorey]

If I may ask. Why would you want US handlebars?

The bike is an American import that the previous owner tried to make look like a uk model. I would prefer to keep it original and plus I think the higher bars would be more comfortable for my aged body.

Exactly my sentiments. Been more upright are certainly easier on the body until you sit for mile after mile at over 80mph which not many do these days, and as far as twisties are concerned they don't make a jot of difference. In slow town /city traffic they are far better. Nowt wrong with keeping a USA bike USA spec.

[Moorey]

I am trying this to see if it reduces the flag in a force10 feeling. I put it on this morning. [first fit].

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[mike the bike]

If you put UK spec bars on you'd have all the purists pointing it out.  I had one at Crich pointing out my speedo was wrong; should be a 120mph clock not a 110.  Assholes.

[Nurse Julie]

The clocks on my 400/4 go up to 120mph Mike but the bike never did and never will do, so a waste of numbers I reckon. I think yours at 110mph does the job just fine 

[jon stead]

That's the same part no. as the K0 & K1 for USA . I got a really nice part from DK (Twowhelspares)  for less than it was to re-chrome my originals plus they had one of the bar switches on that I used for parts.

You could make a low offer on these or ask them if they are prepared to split. I think I paid around £35 Best offer for the ones I got. Worth a try....definitely cheaper that importing from USA and returns policy is excellent. You are talking £40-50 to get originals re-chromed anyway in my experience.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Honda-CB500-4-CB500F-Four-1972-Handlebars-Handle-Bars-Switchgear-/332252068856?hash=item4d5bc43bf8:g:DX4AAOSwjL5ZNTZ~

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Honda-CB500-4-CB500-Four-1972-Handlebars-Handle-Bars-Switchgear-Switch-Gear-/311529029184?hash=item488893be40:g:BiYAAOSwoydWnPlT

Hi, I'd seen these previously so I've made an offer and it's been accepted. Bars are on their way to me. Thanks