I just got a 1990 GS500E last week with 15008 miles and it's in pretty good condition. Now my questions, first I need to change my hand grips from the crappy foam ones, what are some better ones that some of you guys are using, and where is a good place to buy them online? Also I noticed some of you guys have smaller turn signals that don't stick out 6 inches from the bike, can I get some replacements or is it custom work? One more question where can I get a small fairing for the front that changes the headlight and has a small windshield I've seen pictures but can't find where to buy them? Sorry for the paragraph, but I searched already and couldn't find my answers. By the way great site!!!!! :)
Welcome!
I prefer rubber grips to foam, because they last longer and I ride in the rain alot, I curently have Lockhart-Phillips Superbike grips that I purchased from my local motorcycle accessory shop. I used the phone book to find a shop, but others here will chime in on the best online places.
Turnsignals - depending on your local laws, if you're just going for looks, just leave them off; personally I want other drivers to see my turnsignals, so if anything make sure they're bright enough to be seen in daylight. I'm using Yamaha FZ700 replacements from Tucker-Rocky.
The foam ones you have aren't stock. The stock ones are rubber. You just need to buy a pair that fit your bars- 3/4 inch? Someone else knows.
Most people buy the Buell blast turn signals.
For a streetfighter look, many people get acerbis. Dual headlights with a tiny flyscreen that barely covers the speedo and tach.
I was looking at new grips too, but I've got a lot of other issues to tackle first on my bike. Like the motor. But Denniskirk.com has grips, or at least the have them in the catalog. So I think you'll need 7/8 " grips. Just about any of them will do, depending on your taste.
As for your other questions, there is some fairings available at www.wildhairaccessories.com. But they cost a ton. Also look on e-bay. A lot of guys here are fitting the Acerbis Blitz endro number plate and headlight on there bikes. I like that look. Also, some guys get the "Raptor" from UK, but I've heard mixed reviews. But scout e-bay for them.
I believe that you can either replace your blinkers with aftermarket ones pretty easy. You can also shorten the stalks on your blinkers by cutting them and re-fitting them.
For 7/8th inch diameter bars.
http://www.gstwin.com/shortstalks.htm <- for shortening turnsignals inexpensively.
Also check out http://www.gstwin.com/shortstalks.htm to shorten your stock turn signals...
Also, you can go to http://www.gstwin.com/shortstalks.htm . Check it out! Inexpensive shortening! Stock! Turnsignals!
Amazing, 3 people same post within 6 minutes....
I feel left out so...
The cheap way to shorten your stalks is to go to http://www.gstwin.com/shortstalks.htm
Sorry.... :nana:
Quote from: gazingwaAmazing, 3 people same post within 6 minutes....
I feel left out so...
The cheap way to shorten your stalks is to go to http://www.gstwin.com/shortstalks.htm
Sorry.... :nana:
I was just trying to fit in with the cool group as well... I really didn't know what I was talking about.
But you should try
http://www.gstwin.com/shortstalks.htm !
WOW!! you guys are awesome fast with replies, thank you very much, I'm sure I'll have a lot of questions in the near future as I am trying to fix her up a bit. Thanks again. :thumb:
Here is another option for grips. I am going to order a set of these for my TLR soon.
http://www.2wheeltours.com/spidergrips.html
Quote from: sinkWOW!! you guys are awesome fast with replies, thank you very much, I'm sure I'll have a lot of questions in the near future as I am trying to fix her up a bit. Thanks again. :thumb:
If you can't find the answers you need, make sure you go to:
http://www.gstwin.com/shortstalks.htm
Quote from: dgyverHere is another option for grips. I am going to order a set of these for my TLR soon.
http://www.2wheeltours.com/spidergrips.html
hmm... ordered some