Post by: jon stead on July 14, 2017, 10:57:26 AM
David Silver, no stock. EBay not sure if the set on there are the correct ones.
Amy ideas?
Post by: JamesH on July 14, 2017, 10:58:17 AM
Post by: AshimotoK0 on July 14, 2017, 11:40:06 AM
Post by: AshimotoK0 on July 14, 2017, 11:50:35 AM
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
Post by: petermigreen on July 14, 2017, 12:11:57 PM
Post by: deltarider on July 14, 2017, 12:12:13 PM
Post by: hairygit on July 14, 2017, 12:22:32 PM
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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Post by: Honda Al on July 14, 2017, 12:28:11 PM
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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Post by: jon stead on July 14, 2017, 07:41:32 PM
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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Post by: jon stead on July 14, 2017, 07:43:16 PM
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.
Post by: Moorey on July 14, 2017, 08:09:11 PM
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.
Post by: Moorey on July 14, 2017, 08:41:26 PM
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Post by: mike the bike on July 14, 2017, 08:43:37 PM
Post by: Nurse Julie on July 14, 2017, 09:28:16 PM
Post by: jon stead on July 14, 2017, 09:36:30 PM
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
Post by: jon stead on July 14, 2017, 09:38:15 PM
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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Hi again Alan, no need to dig anything out now. I've bought a used set from eBay. Thanks Chris
Post by: jon stead on July 14, 2017, 09:41:33 PM
Throttle cables?
Clutch cable?
I assume speedo and tacho cables will be ok?
Post by: Honda Al on July 14, 2017, 09:52:56 PM
Ok, so next question is, what else will I need?
Throttle cables?
Clutch cable?
I assume speedo and tacho cables will be ok?
You'll definitely need the longer clutch cable. I got one from 4into1.com.
You might be lucky with the throttle cables.
Speedo and tacho don't move, so they are fine.
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Post by: Moorey on July 14, 2017, 09:54:53 PM
Post by: jon stead on July 14, 2017, 09:56:25 PM
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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I fitted a Dart Flyscreen to my 2015 Triumph Bonneville the other day to try and reduce the wind force on my body. It was a simple fit, less than ten minutes, and looks really good. I still get buffeted but it has reduced some of the strain on my arms.
Post by: hairygit on July 14, 2017, 09:57:54 PM
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 ;D ;D ;DBack in the late 70s a mate of mine fitted a 460 yoshi big bore, cam and exhaust, it would pull a genuine 130mph, used to make Z1R owners feel very silly away from the lights. Regularly revved to 14,000 rpm with no issues, crank held out fine as well. Anyway, back to the thread, if you have U.K. switchgear fitted, chances are the wires won't be long enough, so you'll need to swap those as well
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Post by: jon stead on July 14, 2017, 10:01:44 PM
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 ;D ;D ;DBack in the late 70s a mate of mine fitted a 460 yoshi big bore, cam and exhaust, it would pull a genuine 130mph, used to make Z1R owners feel very silly away from the lights. Regularly revved to 14,000 rpm with no issues, crank held out fine as well. Anyway, back to the thread, if you have U.K. switchgear fitted, chances are the wires won't be long enough, so you'll need to swap those as well
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It's still got the US switchgear so I'm hoping the longer wires are just tucked inside the shorter handlebars. I'll be finding out soon enough I guess. :-)
Post by: Ashdowner on July 15, 2017, 09:02:24 AM
Post by: Niko on July 15, 2017, 10:37:54 AM
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Post by: Niko on July 15, 2017, 10:43:29 AM
I've got some USA bars....not sure if they are the right type for you....(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170715/37f2771564edabcb692db4a9576fe32c.png)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170715/2d0dc06cb051bdeead59d2d1d5161419.jpg)
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Post by: jon stead on July 15, 2017, 11:34:50 AM
I've got some USA bars....not sure if they are the right type for you....
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I've got some now, thanks though.
Post by: AshimotoK0 on July 15, 2017, 12:05:52 PM
Post by: mike the bike on July 15, 2017, 01:31:27 PM
Post by: Green1 on July 15, 2017, 01:59:52 PM
At Crich there were a couple of old farts pointing and prodding mine as well
I like my high bars even if you are blasted by the wind at speed.
I have tried a screen on my Guzzi and its made things worse now at speed there is a crazy amount of buffeting
Post by: Nurse Julie on July 15, 2017, 02:33:04 PM
Post by: jon stead on July 28, 2017, 03:17:50 PM
One question though. Is there a different bracket that the speedo and rev counter mount to for a US spec and a UK spec bike? I ask because my gauges have always looked too "flat". I'd prefer them to be angled back a bit.
Post by: Bryanj on July 28, 2017, 03:38:47 PM
Post by: jon stead on July 28, 2017, 04:01:23 PM
Post by: Bryanj on July 28, 2017, 06:17:06 PM
If you can post a pic of the faces and the chrome backs I will look in my parts books and tell you about the clocks
Post by: jon stead on July 29, 2017, 05:21:28 PM
Post by: JamesH on July 29, 2017, 08:28:29 PM
Post by: Bryanj on July 30, 2017, 12:35:52 AM
Post by: jon stead on August 06, 2017, 10:08:36 AM
Post by: hairygit on August 06, 2017, 10:09:52 AM
Thanks to Bryan, my bike is now sporting a lovely set of K2 gauges and bracketry.Pictures?
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Post by: jon stead on August 06, 2017, 10:19:57 AM
Next time home, gauges coming off again and bracket will get a coat of paint. New gauge rubbers should of arrived from DSS and I'll replace rusty chrome domed nuts for stainless ones. I'll post a better picture then.
Post by: hairygit on August 06, 2017, 10:42:49 AM
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Post by: jon stead on August 06, 2017, 10:58:57 AM
Ooh, they are clean! Need to take the bars off now and get them re chromed, they let the clocks down!
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It's true, it's never ending, but I'm enjoying my bike now.
Post by: AndyH on August 06, 2017, 11:08:47 AM
Post by: Bryanj on August 06, 2017, 02:34:20 PM