Headlights

[GSJake]

I am looking for a new headlight because my bike did not come with one when i bought it. So if anyone knows what years and models headlights will fit on my 1980 GS850GL i would really like to know please

[Larry D]

I believe that any other "L" model should fit. I think that all the "L's" had the 5 and 3/4" headlight. With a little work you can make just about aftermarket headlight fit. This is dependant upon the mounting ears and the size of the forks you have.
Did your bike come with the ears ?
Use the search function and you'll find alot of threads about headlights.

[bwringer]

A headlight from any other "L" model should work.


If not, the "Universal 6-1/2 inch headlight" from CRC2 should fill the bill as well:

Scroll down:

http://www.crc2onlinecatalog.com/head_and_tail.htm

It's in electrical parts/lighting/headlights:

http://www.crc2onlinecatalog.com

[GSJake]

good to know, now i have a lot more to choose from instead of just trying to find one for an 850. thanks a lot

[Steve]

I believe that any other "L" model should fit. I think that all the "L's" had the 5 and 3/4" headlight. ...Did your bike come with the ears ?

I agree, all the "L" bikes had the same headlight shell, but I don't think it's the automotove-standard 5 3/4" light. It's more like 6 or 6 1/4", making it an oddball size to go to the store and find.

How much of the light do you need? Do you have the mounting ears, bucket, trim ring, ...?
I think I have a set of mounting ears if you need them.

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