Sissybar for xs650-D

[Aucbar]

Friends,

I having a little bit of an issue and am looking for help; I purchased this sissy bar from ebay...


http://www.ebay.com/itm/74-83-Yamah...t-back-rest-sissybar-sissy-bar-/150901276277?
pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item23226abe75&nma=true&si=kNvJb9KeQkTGmVaEDZhuh4GE0KA%3D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557


and it is beautiful but the probably is that it WILL NOT MOUNT to my bike. I have a 1977 xs650-D and it has the side handle for assistance with lifting the bike and putting it on the center stand. I don't have a pic of my bike on hand but the handle prevents the sissy bar from attaching to shock anchor. Also, none of the holes line up either.
So I am looking for information on what to about it. Whether there is a specific part for it or if I will need to modify it? I like the look of it and it is chrome so I wouldn't want to weld it and I would prefer to not have to make a custom part. So if you know anything I would appreciate the help!!!

 

[weekendrider]

That is for a special frame. Not a standard.
You might try a classified ad here on the site 2
a> sell that one
b> get a correct one

 

[ClOckwOrk]

I have an original from my 75 (dealer bought accessory) it is tall with a pad and fits around that grab handle. Want a pic for comparing??

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[peanut]

I saw that one myself and thought it didn't look quite the right shape.

I've just bought one of these which look stronger and fit the original seat better on my 79 heritage special..

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/82-Yamaha-XS650-XS-650-Rear-Bumper-Grab-Bar-Stay-/220780014734?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item336783ac8e
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1981-YAMAHA-XS650-REAR-GRAB-BAR-/350616282624?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item51a25be600

 

[resto]

Aucbar,

Judging by the eBay pics, it most likely is for a Special which has the tops of the shocks mounted more forward in the frame.

I also have a 77D, and was able to mount a 78 Special grab bar by shortening it by about an inch or two, crimping the cut ends in a vise, and cutting new slots into the ends. You will have to lose your original side handle though, but the added sissybar will serve as your new side handle.


Attached a couple of pics to use as a reference.

Remember: measure twice, cut once

resto

 

[Aucbar]

Sorry about this super slow reply. I don't get notifications for some reason. I am interested in the sissy bar though. Trying to plan a ride from Ut to Tx and wanna get my gear in order. Post a pic if you could. Thanks

 

[Aucbar]

I do believe that is the type of bar it is. I don't want tomodify the frame because there might be a time I want it removed and would rather not have permant situations arise but I'll look into it. Thanks