handlebars bent

[bmagnant]

I dropped my gs500e today :dunno:  and i bent the handle bars alittle.  My question is it possible to bend them back... if so do i use a torch.  the bend is not bad i can ride with it but it is noticeable.  If they cant be bent where is the best place to get a replacement bar.  Thanks
Bob

[b1k3r 3li+3]

bikebandit has oem replacment parts, or you can go aftermarket also.

[newbieone]

get some clip-on style from srinath! They are sweet.

[GregoryTheriault]

I just did factory bar replacement and they were no more expensive than anyone else. 65$ canadian

[Ed_in_Az]

You could try using a long bar for leverage to pull them back straight. Or as I used to do to my dirtbikes, whack the bars with a rubber hammer / mallet. I've had them turn out very well.

[newbieone]

Ed's method is worth-while checking into, but if you are a prefectionist like me only some new ones will do.  Hit srinath up.  Not bad for $40+/- can beat it.