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...but still deciding if I like it or not. I think I need to chrome the shrouds too. It's off a 79 or 80 Suzuki GS. I needed four longer bolts & four 3/8" chrome spacers. Thoughts???   
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Im not one for a ton of chrome but I like it. Its different. 
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I like it. I think it needs a chrome rear fender too. 
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...and a chrome tank.
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I agree with Brian on both counts.
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"Lighten up, Francis."
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I like the shape and lines if not the chrome.
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looks pretty sharp to me 
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Not big on chrome.Maybe with some black fork gators? 
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It looks good. Where did you get it? Is the seat stock one? Looks different.
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I like it! Could you be more specific about what GS model Suzuki it came from? Thanks! 
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Quote:
Installed a Chrome Fender....
Did not think i would like it when i read the subject line......
But i do, looks different and the fender matches the front end of the bike...
Now get the rear chromed too!
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You know I think it works.
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Not big on chrome.Maybe with some black fork gators?
My thought too.
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Kurt, I'm not crazy about a lot of chrome, but I think the fender looks pretty good on there. It looks like it fits right, and hugs the tire pretty tight. I would have to say  BTW, it was good meeting you in Georgia. Will
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Personally, I'd go for the chrome shrouds and keep the painted fender. I never cared too much for the SS shrouds or the gray painted covers. Contrast is nice.
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Not big on chrome.Maybe with some black fork gators?
Fork gators crossed my mind too. Either that, or I have to chrome the shrouds because I think the brushed finish doesn't work now.
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I like it! Could you be more specific about what GS model Suzuki it came from?
I would if I knew, I actually bought it on ebay to put on a project bike I am working on, if I don't find another one, it will have to come off the Triumph.
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It looks good. Where did you get it? Is the seat stock one? Looks different.
The seat was made by a local guy. Stock pan, shaved 1" & gel insert, covered in leather that has an Ostrich texture
Thanks everyone for the input.
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Real nicely shaped fender, buy does not go with the rest of your bike. You could chrome everything as others have suggested or paint that fender black. 
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Forgot to mention, great photos!
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I don't know about alot more chrome, although I do like chrome. I think that chrome front fender looks great with that paint job the only problem I see and it's not a huge one. Simply a matter of taste is I would want a chrome rear fender to match.Still looks really good as is to me anyway.
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I'm not a great fan of toomuchchrome, but when my 03(it's black and silver.) is up and in one piece again with a chrome fender I'll post a pic... Just for comparison you understand...
Gina
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I like the shape, but I'll like more with the same color of the rear one.
What about the handlebar?
It seems similar to the one on the Speedy but a bit pulled back.
Is it comfortable?
Is it easy to find on online catalogs?
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I like the shape, but I'll like more with the same color of the rear one.
What about the handlebar?
It seems similar to the one on the Speedy but a bit pulled back.
Is it comfortable?
Is it easy to find on online catalogs?
It is a standard 3.5" T-bar. with 6" risers. Just check in the Harley sections, the diameter is their standard & the same as ours.
A company (I dont remember who) makes a stud that is threaded for 1/2" to fit into the bars and theaded metric on the other end. If you get those, you don't have to drill out the triple tree.
Riding position is about the same as the Speedy.
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They also make those same bars for metric bikes. No drilling or adapter studs needed. J&P Cycles metric catalog. Have to ask a tech about bolt size and spacing as I don't remember what fits our bikes as far as riser spacing and stud dia. J&P Metric
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I like it. I agree with the fork gaiters comment. Where did you get the bars?
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