Rd400 handlebars

[rd400greenhorn]

Hi guys
So iam looking for options
I like the look of a almost straight handlebar, slight bend and not so high?. If that makes sense


What lenght do you use/ or is handlebars?
I found a street bar, universal, Its 820 mm in lenghr

Too much or?

[SoCal250]

If the bars are too wide you can always cut them down to your desired length, provided there is sufficient length before the bend to fit your grips and controls.

A nearly straight bar sounds like you are talking about "Drag" bars. You may run into some clearance issues with the front corners of the tank with those. I had some and didn't care for them because they weren't comfortable.

Most popular on RDs is probably "Superbike" bars. The have a slight rise and minor pullback.

Bikemaster bar options on Economy site:
https://www.economycycle.com/shop/yamaha-rd250350400r5ds6ds7-parts/frame-related/controls-cables-handlebars-related/handlebars/handlebars-mulitple-styles/

Some of the motorcross bends are also popular
Pro Taper:
https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/protaper-se-7-8%22-handlebar-p  (click on "Sizing Chart" for the full list and specs)
https://www.rockymountainatvmc.com/parts/protaper-contour-1-1-8%22-handlebar-p
Fly Racing: https://www.flyracing.com/hard-parts?taxonomyterms=1118

[Dvsrd]

I use LSL "Superbike Low" on my RD350, XS650 and Ducati ST2. Perfekt for me.
Check out the selection here:
https://www.lsl.eu/lenker.html?cat=92

IMHO, it makes more sense for you to purchase from within EU, cheaper and quicker shipping, no customs hassle.

[pidjones]

I agree on the low superbike or euro bars. My 76 RD400 was purchased new with Honda CB400F bars (part of the deal was for them to assemble it with the Honda bars). I loved them and was able ro ride it from Charleston, SC to Monticello, KY and back one weekend. Of course, my body was only 24 at the time. I still buy lower bars for the GL1000s that I restore. Found one last year at Barber for $5.