Crash bars wanted!

I'm needing a sev of crash bars for a 82 xj650

 

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odk...rash+bars.TRS0&_nkw=XJ+crash+bars&_sacat=6024

XJ650, XJ700, XJ750; same, same, same.

 

I have a set of these, is this the style you're looking for?

 

XJ700 crash bars are in a world of their own..........

 

not necessarily....there are alternate ones for the 750 Seca that have find that wrap around parallel to the ground ( I guess they could fit the others, too.....though), and the factory ones for the '85-'86 bikes are different, too. Though, the mounting points are probably the same, so others will fit....... Maybe that's what k-moe meant------

 

Oops.... Look like Len got here first......

 

Crash bars are a dope spot to place the AUX light if you are switching up the front end.

 

Ya. I know about the cool finned case guards, but the fitment points are the same that any of the crash guards from an xj650 will fit. I am also aware of the differences for the XJ700, which I'm pretty sure won't make fitment difficult. I was only thinking about the practical part of the equation.

 

As I said----
So, in the next day or two I will swap engine guards around on a 650 and a 700. I have a 650 on my left right now… And plenty of 700 as well as 650 and 750 engine guards to compare

 

WOuld the ones with fins fit on a Seca900?

 

I'll check.... I have a set of the finned ones for a 750 Seca, as well as a set for the 900 Seca. I KNOW for a fact that they are different sizes, but I don't know for sure on the mounting point, so I will check that tonight for you.

Dave F

 

I think this could be a case of my bias toward being able to make my own stuff is showing. My natural asumption is that if it doesn't quite fit I'll just make it fit.

I did see your comment Dave; I just wanted to clarify that your thinking is correct.

 

I know what you mean, but sometimes it is just too much work to fit a part that is not designed for your bike.

 

Ok, the following pics are all on a 1982 xj650r ( non-turbo)
650/750 - fits

85-86 xj700/750/X - does NOT fit.... Upper holes do not line up, plus there is a gap between them of approx 1/4"

XJ750 Seca finned - fits

XJ900r Seca finned - fits


Hope that helps a little

Dave Fox

 

Look at it again... I corrected the 700 pic....

 

I think the finned ones are pretty rare, aren't they?

 

I looked for four years, finally got a pair this summer, then found a second set a month ago

 

There are rare enough That I've only ever seen three sets for sale; 2 on Ebay (one current and the other four years ago), and a set that was in the display case at my hometown Yamaha dealer in '82. I recall that crash bars were generally frowned upon by most motorcyclists back then, and the cool-looking cast aluminum guards sold at a premium over the tubular steel ones.

 

I didn't realize that there was a unique set of the XJ900 "finned" bars.......Dave, do they have XJ900 stamped onto the back plate, or ?????.

I was only aware of two different versions, a 650 version and a 750 version of the finned bars (one of the two versions has the engine size stamped into the back of the mounting plate).

And no, nothing besides XJ700 crash bars will fit XJ700 (or XJ750-X) models.....although I think Virago crash bars will work with a little tweaking.

The cast finned bars are quite purty, but realize they are just for show, it's doubtful that they would protect anything in case of a crash or even a stand-still drop, as they are cast aluminum.

 

The 750 ones have 750 stamped in the back. The supports are curved. The plate for the u - bolt is smaller than the 900 plate

The 900 ones do not have a stamp, the supports are straight, and the plate for the u - bolt is larger than the 750 plate... I assume for larger bolt and thicker frame.

The ONLY 900's I've ever seen these on are the finned ones in some of the original 900 ads and test reports.

I agree... More cosmetic than strength---- one u-bolt and one mounting bolt don't add a lot of support ......

 

I found a 1 piece crash bar for 30$ sorry. I couldn't get back to the thread to post I got some.

Next does anyone have the double saddle seat for sale

 

Good to hear you got some. Plenty on eBay.

You'll want to start a new thread as this one is probably only viewed by people with crash bars for sale and the people discussing the finned bar fitment etc.

 

do you mean the aftermarket double-bucket seat, or the tall- backed King/queen seat that was the factory option seat with the back support bar?

 

I forgot, the "East Coast Parts Hoarder" would be watching as well!

 

Either one hog fiddles. I don't like the stock one on it. I want something that has the 2 seats molded into it

 

Either one hog fiddles. I don't like the stock one on it. I want something that has the 2 seats molded into it. I like the look of the tall back

 

Start a private conversation with me..... I have some of each---- maybe something can work out

 

I sent you a message hog fiddles

 

Guys,did any one tell City where he might get some crash bars? Please start a different thread about the seat. Thanks