Footpeg Help Needed

[chipgr]

Hi all!

I just purchased a new GS500F and need some help with modifying the footpegs. My problem is that, while the left side is very comfortable, I have a bad right knee and the right peg position causes terrible cramping after just a few minutes of riding.

Does anyone know if anyone makes an adjustable footpeg kit for the GS or how I might be able to lower either both pegs or just the right peg by an inch or so?

Many Thanks!

[gsJack]

Adding some engine guards and mounting some forward pegs on them is a good way to move/stretch your crampted legs a bit when in the saddle a long time.

[chipgr]

Looks good - this would work very well - where did you get your engine guards?

Many Thanks,
Chip

[gsJack]

I got mine from a local Suzuki dealer years ago for my 97 and transferred them to my current 02 GS500.  Suzuki part no 99950-70104.  I checked a parts fiche and it said it was discontinued.   

These aftermarket SW-Motec guards are still available and rather neat looking but they cost about twice as much as I paid for the OE guards back then.  You might find some OE guards if you shop around online and locally by part number.

http://www.twistedthrottle.com/trade/productview/1998/178/

[gsJack]

Just noticed you said you have a GS500F, the case guards won't work with your bodywork.   

[NiceGuysFinishLast]

Just noticed you said you have a GS500F, the case guards won't work with your bodywork.   

I made a post to that effect. But the forum ate it. =(

[MarkusN]

Suzuki part no 99950-70104.  I checked a parts fiche and it said it was discontinued.   

And it's a pity they did. Those case guards obstruct lean angle the least of all commercially available types.

And they do their job. Even at 75 mph. (Don't ask me how I know.)