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Offline sig310

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where do you buy your parts?
« on: July 18, 2005, 12:49:07 AM »
Just purchased a '98 Bandit 1200s that went down on the freeway -- bent handlebars, busted footrest bracket and cracked front right cowling.  Where can I find inexpensive/quality parts?  I've done some searching and imagine there must be better deals than the ones I'm seeing.  Thanks for your suggestions!
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Offline solman

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« Reply #1 on: July 18, 2005, 12:53:48 AM »
I would keep an eye on Ebay.  Also vary you inputs, i.e. Bandit, Bandit 1200, GSF1200.  I saw a few of the parts you mentioned on Ebay within the last week.  As far as other choices, I don't know of any good sources.
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Offline chippi

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« Reply #2 on: July 18, 2005, 11:50:48 AM »
Sorry to hear about your spill. You gave us the parts list for the bike.... R-U OK?
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Offline PitterB4

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« Reply #3 on: July 18, 2005, 12:17:23 PM »
Quote from: "chippi"
Sorry to hear about your spill. You gave us the parts list for the bike.... R-U OK?


I think he meant that he bought it busted up - he didn't go down with it.

For new, OEM parts, try the Bike Bandit banner at the bottom of the page.  They've treated me well, have better prices than a dealership and if you use the banner, this site gets a little piece of the action to keep it "on the air".   :beers:

For the bars - there is no need to go OEM, though.  Any 7/8ths bars will work.  Find a rise and pullback that suits you and your riding style.
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Offline WEINERDOGBONE

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« Reply #4 on: July 18, 2005, 12:28:39 PM »
As previously stated above, I buy most of my parts off of EBAY. When I can't find it there I go to BikeBandit.com. They are not giving parts away at Bike Bandit but they have everything you could think of.
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« Reply #5 on: July 18, 2005, 06:27:11 PM »
Thanks for the input, folks.  And bty, the previous owner crashed it, not me (thankfully).
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« Reply #6 on: July 18, 2005, 10:39:57 PM »
Quote from: "sig310"
Thanks for the input, folks.  And bty, the previous owner crashed it, not me (thankfully).


Cool for you.....sucks for him  :sad:
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Offline ray nielsen

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« Reply #7 on: July 19, 2005, 06:08:36 PM »
I've had quick service and good prices from Ron Ayers Motorsports in NC I think.  Their web site is <www.ronayers.com> and they have microfiche available on line.  Shipping is reasonable and they always seem to get the parts to me within a week or so.
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Offline fritobandito

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« Reply #8 on: October 07, 2005, 05:01:19 PM »
If you're still looking for parts, check out cycletherapy.com in Akron, OH. Ask for "Tater" It's a salvage place and what they don't have, they can probobly find. Tater will treat you right.
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« Reply #9 on: October 07, 2005, 08:07:14 PM »
Tater? Tater Salad? (Ron White)
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tater
« Reply #10 on: October 07, 2005, 08:50:55 PM »
I've talked to Tater and he sure don't sound like Tater Salad :-)
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