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    Default Short reach handlebars (F3 Ltd)

    I am trying to mount a gps unit to the handlebars and have found that the u bolt Garmin has supplied is too short. Does anyone know how round the short reach bars are ie: 1" 1.x" etc

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    1-1/8" and you can take the mount to your Ace Hardware and get a U-bolt that fits. I had to do that too.
    I still had to spread it open a bit.
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    Yup, me too. New u-bolt cost $1.90 It's a shame Garmin doesn't include u-bolts for both 1" and 1-1/8" handlebars, as most modern day ADV bikes (huge Garmin target) and tons of other bikes have 1-1/8" handlebars. For the $500 cost of a new Zumo XT, should be a no brainer..


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    Thanks to both of you for your responses.
    Troop: I agree, it is a shame that Garmin doesn't provide both sized u-bolts with the gps unit, alas it is most likely a typical big business penny pinching strategy to save on costs!
    I love how the earth rotates around the sun ... it really makes my day!

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    2019 F3 Limited - Vegas White (Dark Edition) - His
    (Baja Ron bar/links-Short reach bars-Center footpegs-Tall boy screen-Flag holders-LED Skidplate-Spydercuffs-Ultimate seat-LED Headlights)
    *** BLOWN MOTOR Apr 21 @3,800 miles, motor replaced by BRP Jun 5, 21 ***

    2019 RT Limited - Phoenix Orange (Chrome) - Hers
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    2013 RT SE5 (Orbital Blue) *31,000 Miles* - His
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