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    Offset footpegs or rearsets for GS850?

    Hi all -

    i have a 1981 GS850 that someone started a cafe racer project on, which I am finishing. Took it for a test ride today, and between the lowered bars and the cafe seat, the pegs make my knees push right up into my chest. Very uncomfortable riding position. If I could lower them by about 1 1/2", i think it'd be perfect, but after searching here and on the rest of the internet, it looks like my only solution might be to fab something? Would appreciate any tips or pointers.

    Thanks!

    #2
    There is not all that much room under the bike to start with. If you lower the pegs an inch and a half, you will pretty much be relegated to going straight and maybe being able to make a lane change.

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      #3
      Fair enough - any intel on modding GSXR rearsets? Can't seem to find much there either.

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        #4
        Sorry, I run stock on all my bikes.

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          #5
          Raask....
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          Glen
          -85 1150 es - Plus size supermodel.
          -Rusty old scooter.
          Other things I like to photograph.....instagram.com/gs_junkie
          https://www.instagram.com/glen_brenner/
          https://www.flickr.com/photos/152267...7713345317771/

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            #6
            Right, those are $413.93 in dollars, shipped from overseas. Oh well.

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              #7
              Seems pricey, but they do look like a nice set. It seems that there are no U.S. dealers anymore.
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              When consulting the magic 8 ball for advice, one must first ask it "will your answers be accurate?"

              Glen
              -85 1150 es - Plus size supermodel.
              -Rusty old scooter.
              Other things I like to photograph.....instagram.com/gs_junkie
              https://www.instagram.com/glen_brenner/
              https://www.flickr.com/photos/152267...7713345317771/

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                #8
                Originally posted by jables617 View Post
                Right, those are $413.93 in dollars, shipped from overseas. Oh well.
                If you look hard enough and long enough, you can probably find an entire bike that is more-suitable for your use that already has some rear-sets installed for not much more money.

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                  #9
                  Originally posted by dorkburger View Post
                  I gotta agree with Glen. I have had them on my GS since the '90s and they are pretty nice & well built. RAASK for the win!
                  Paul


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