The New And Improved Unofficial R65 Forum V2

Technical Discussion => BMW Technical Q&A, Primarily R65 => Topic started by: Julio A. on October 26, 2011, 06:00:37 AM

Title: Quick Handlebar Question
Post by: Julio A. on October 26, 2011, 06:00:37 AM

Could anybody tell if this is a euro type "low" handlebars for the R65?

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/BMW-R65-ORIGINAL-HANDLE-BARS-/400251774535?pt=AU_Motorcycle_Parts_Accessories&hash=item5d30dd6647#ht_500wt_949

I haven't seen a oem low bar up close so I couldn't really tell.
I'd appreciate the help.  
 :)

Title: Re: Quick Handlebar Question
Post by: montmil on October 26, 2011, 09:37:49 AM

Sure looks like the low "euro" bars on both my R65s. Rise is within the ball park. However, after a visual check of my bikes, neither have the knurled area for the clamps. These may be an aftermarket R65 pattern.

Not sure if the higher bars favored by some USA customers were on other export R65s.

Go ahead and snag 'em. They look good. ;)

Monte

Title: Re: Quick Handlebar Question
Post by: Julio A. on October 27, 2011, 05:41:12 AM

Thanks Monte, I Can't wait for those low bars.  ;D

Title: Re: Quick Handlebar Question
Post by: bruce_launceston on October 27, 2011, 05:46:18 AM

The euro bars are also very narrow, mine measure 590mm (23 1/3 inches) straight across end to end.