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Are CB400 handlebars much different to 550 bars?

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SteveW:
My UK 550 bars are pretty corroded so I’m going to replace. Just wondering, are the 400 bars are the same except for the rise?

I fancy something a tiny bit lower.

McCabe-Thiele (Ted):

--- Quote from: SteveW on July 29, 2024, 11:00:48 AM ---My UK 550 bars are pretty corroded so I’m going to replace. Just wondering, are the 400 bars are the same except for the rise?

I fancy something a tiny bit lower.

--- End quote ---

DS sell replica bars for the 500 at £42 pair incl VAT the clamp points for the 400 & 500 are the same spacing measured at the centre bolt point - about 4". Diameter of my 400 & 500 bars are the same 7/8".

The DS ones are for the UK style of flater bars 53100-323-620, the 400 part number is different even for replicas at DS. Loads listed on ebay for the 550 with a choice of rise.

AshimotoK0:

--- Quote from: SteveW on July 29, 2024, 11:00:48 AM ---My UK 550 bars are pretty corroded so I’m going to replace. Just wondering, are the 400 bars are the same except for the rise?

I fancy something a tiny bit lower.

--- End quote ---

The 400 ones are slightly narrower (end to end)

McCabe-Thiele (Ted):
My 400 original bars are 27" wide at their widest point.
My UK style replica 500 bars are about 28.25".

Mike_Berkshire:
I have just fitted a set of DS 400 bars to my US 550. Points to note: the outlet from the brake master cylinder is very close to the clocks, the rubber boot touches the clock, the top brake hose needs careful choice re length. A 400 top brake hose just about fits, the US spec top hose is waaaaay too long. Your existing hose may be a bit too long?

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