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    i have an 82 xj11 and while i am in the process of getting it running i have a question. I HATE the bars that are on it. They're the square ones that bolt on the top tree. How on earth do i change them out? are there normal round bar mounts underneath or am i just screwed? and i really dont want clip ons. Thanks all

  • #2
    not to sure but from memory i think u need
    to replace the upper triple tree from an xs,
    some1 who knows more will chime in soon.
    btw welcome to the forum.
    pete


    new owner of
    08 gen2 hayabusa


    former owner
    1981 xs1100 RH (aus) (5N5)
    zrx carbs
    18mm float height
    145 main jets
    38 pilots
    slide needle shimmed .5mm washer
    fitted with v/stax and uni pod filters

    [url]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3pA8dwxmAVA&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL[/url]

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    • #3
      They make a bolt on adaptor, or riser, that will alow you to put any 7/8 set of bars on them.

      Something like this, you might want to do a search on your own tho, i dont know if these are the right ones just an example.

      http://www.ebay.com/itm/Handlebars-P...287918&vxp=mtr
      80 XS1100G Black Betty (Daily Driver)
      79 XS1100SF (Buddys Project)
      82 XJ750 Maxim (Fathers Bike)
      81 CB750F SS (Buddys Project)
      06 GSX600F Sold! (Was Mine)
      81 XS1100 Failed Bobber Project (Mine)
      81 XS1100 Parts (Mine)

      Grip it, Rip it, and Stick it!!!

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      • #4
        There isn't any 'bolt-on' solution... You can do something like the risers shown in that eBay listing by drilling the top tree, or swap to a 'Special' top tree. Both methods will require you to relocate the ignition switch, and the Special top tree won't accept the XJ gauge mount. Some custom fab work required...
        Fast, Cheap, Reliable... Pick any two

        '78E original owner - resto project
        '78E ???? owner - Modder project FJ forks, 4-piston calipers F/R, 160/80-16 rear tire
        '82 XJ rebuild project
        '80SG restified, red SOLD
        '79F parts...
        '81H more parts...

        Other current bikes:
        '93 XL1200 Anniversary Sportster 85RWHP
        '86 XL883/1200 Chopper
        '82 XL1000 w/1450cc Buell, Baker 6-speed, in-progress project
        Cage: '13 Mustang GT/CS with a few 'custom' touches
        Yep, can't leave nuthin' alone...

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        • #5
          Here it is....

          I knew there was post on this...

          http://www.xs11.com/forum/showthread.php?t=24089

          I believe he used XS650 risers, and modded the ignition mount/cover to fit. Not a lot of detail, if you do this document it and we'll see about posting it as tip..
          Fast, Cheap, Reliable... Pick any two

          '78E original owner - resto project
          '78E ???? owner - Modder project FJ forks, 4-piston calipers F/R, 160/80-16 rear tire
          '82 XJ rebuild project
          '80SG restified, red SOLD
          '79F parts...
          '81H more parts...

          Other current bikes:
          '93 XL1200 Anniversary Sportster 85RWHP
          '86 XL883/1200 Chopper
          '82 XL1000 w/1450cc Buell, Baker 6-speed, in-progress project
          Cage: '13 Mustang GT/CS with a few 'custom' touches
          Yep, can't leave nuthin' alone...

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          • #6
            Hey there GG,

            Do you hate the LOOK of them, or their position/feel? They ARE Adjustable, in both width and angle of grip, at the TT clamp as well as the bolt at the elbow where the hand grip is! It might be covered with a plastic cap.

            But if you don't like the look, then like Steve posted, the 650 bolt in risers are the way to go.

            T.C.
            T. C. Gresham
            81SH "Godzilla" . . .1179cc super-rat.
            79SF "The Teacher" . . .basket case!
            History shows again and again,
            How nature points out the folly of men!

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