Need extended throttle cable *HELP*

I have a 83 xj650 that I have hardtailed and added a 8 inch raise handle bar .. so I need to add some length to the throttle and possibly the clutch cables... anyone know where these can be bought in a variety of lengths so I can order them asap?? I will also need some new grips for the bars as well.



Any ideas or suggestions would be appreciated.

John

 

not sure about different lengths... but i know theres alot of grips on ebay.. you can also get different length steel brake lines... dont forget that either.

 

Did you think about making your own?

Here is a good write up on the steps.
http://www.motorcycleforum.com/showthread.php?t=102449

 

you can do what now? thats awsome!

 

http://flanderscables.com/index.html
i doubt that guys cable end lasted a week

 

lol... i figured theyd have an adapter piece... like a union for the brakes, but for a cable adapter.... there you go, someone make one

 

You can get a cable cheap from a BICYCLE shop, I make the ends from a piece of smooth bolt shank of the right dia', lead won't last.

 

I've always modded my own cables for my various two stroke multi cylinder bikes and they have 1 into (three + 1) for the oil pump but you can find plenty of cable companies that will build you a custom cable and they aren't that expensive. Sometimes, home made hacks aren't the best thing....go ahead, ask me how I know this?<LOL>

BTW- nice looking bike, and that's coming from someone who doesn't like bobbers so that's a REAL compliment!

jeff

 

If you take your current cables down to you local dealership they can get an aftermarket company to make some for you.

Cheers
Dave

 

You can get these kits in the UK i dont know weather you can get anything simaler in the USA.
http://www.venhill.co.uk/Cable_kits_and ... E_KIT.html

 

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