do what you can. Good Luck. Oct 2, 2018 · You said you swap the fork tubes. seems like the bandit is just a parts bin bike of left over old Gsxr bits. Final Bevel Gear Oil. Next, the weight-in! Nov 27, 2009 · Clip ons are compatible for all 1000cc model forks. Dec 23, 2012 · 1984 GS1100GK newest addition to the heard 80 GS 1000gt- most favorite ride love this bike 1978 GS1000E- Known as "RoadKill" , Finished 83 gs750ed- first new purchase May 20, 2019 · Hi all, My GS750L apparently has 1983(?) GS1100E forks (dial on the bottom, with air valve in the middle). TAKE one 1983 KZ1100-A3 with stock Air forks. News: Welcome GSX1400 enthusiasts ! Jun 27, 2021 · I swapped an 87 or 88 gsxr1100 fork/tree/wheel on mine. I want this bike where I can go a little faster than what it is, and also be comforttable for the long haul. Search child forums as well Mar 19, 2008 · Rescued a Black 97 TLS, been left out in the rain for a few years, stripped her n rebuilt her. Right now it has a GS650 front end on it (same fork diameter as 750, but with dual discs). Would be nice to have an 1150 GSA 30 litre tank as well. Credit to Tommy Pantsdown over at CF. I used Katana 600/750 on few bikes (XS650 x 2, CB360) May 22, 2011 · Gs1100 swing arm swap (pics) Thread starter bradshaw106; Start date May 22 Those wheels and forks look hot on that frame. Sonic Springs seems slow to respond. For the GS1000 forks, I think I just need new stem bearings. IMO, your best bet is to rebuild your OEM fork with new seals, bushes, springs and cartridge emulators. FrontSprings page. Quick Shop 2005 Aug 18, 2018 · My project bike is a 1983 GS1100E, and I want to up grade the front end, brakes, and wheels. I have purchased a 2005 GSXR fork. Search titles only; Posted by Member: Separate names with a comma. Spring Rate: 0. If you are searching for Kosman Swingarm, simply cheking out our Sep 29, 2019 · I attempt to rebuild the forks on my Suzuki GS1100G Track nameDead Man's Secrets by Silencyde Jul 28, 2011 · In stock config, the force transmitted to the upper shock mount is roughly 156% of the force coming from the fork tubes thanks to the lever effect you get when positioning the shock behind the forks. The steering stem is too short off the gsxr 1100. shallow offset/way too much trail on the VTR's). Jul 4, 2013 · I have a 77 or 78 GS750, serial# GS750 42***, that is the basis of a 7/11 project. I would look for conventional style but 41mm dia 'Everyone' used 41mm forks so they are much cheaper to get hold of. [2] (1977 Model Year). Jul 28, 2011 · The handling is like ridding some big wide enduro bike. The GS750 engine was essentially patterned off the Kawasaki Z1-900, and became the design basis for all air-cooled Suzuki four-stroke fours until the release of the air-oil cooled GSX-R. Motorcycle Suzuki GS1100 1980 Service Manual (494 pages) Motorcycle Suzuki GSX-R600 Service Manual (466 pages) Dec 14, 2015 · Hey folks! I recently rescued a GS 1100 rolling chassis after a friend's death and then acquired an oil cooled 89 gsxr 750 motor. . this equals one fully operational bike with a stock ride height and better handling and performance, plus eliminates the need for air shocks. I then dismantled the 1000 forks, installed racetech compression and rebound valves plus 85 springs then reassembled using the DL650 lowers, filled with oil and installed to the bike. Enjoy our everyday low prices on 1981 SUZUKI GS1100 OEM All parts. Last August. Thread starter maddog5150; Start date Mar 28, 2012; M. I have a 81 and put a 83 forks on her the tubes were from a 82 but they matched perfect with the 81 forks. Swingarms: Thinking of 1150 front legs with 1200 front fork hoop / teleleaver arm, are there any other issues with this or such as wondering what the difference is between the GS & RT forks are as mine need rebuilding ie leaking seals and could do with new stantions as they are pitted. I don't mind changing wheel bearings, changing steering stops, brake mount spacers, brackets etc etc, to make the newer forks fit, but I don't see any choice to chance to change the wheel as I'm stiuck Front Fork Air Pressure. That doesn’t even include changes in fork oil level or viscosity. That'll be fun. Jan 22, 2010 · Below find three links to various threads about changing fork seals and fork oil in 1100 and 1150 GS's. Nov 25, 2012 · -Fueled the fires towards the Great Banning Of 2016 '82 GS 1100E '97 DS 80 '00 Turbo Busa '05 Turbo GSXR 1K '09 Busa '13 GSXR 1K-192rwhp sold R. The easiest way to do this is to measure and cut off the tube from a spray bottle and stick it in the fork to pump out any excess. The earlier version Bandit 1200 forks with the one piece fork brace mounting lugs are a bit more sporty valving than the later versions with a more conventional fender mount. Dec 18, 2010 · Compliments of "a member on another forum", Sorted by size, find yours and you can see what else shares the same size for a swapping donor. Print that list down, write the number you got measuring it and take to junkyard. The bearings match but the bandit stem is about 1" too long. The forks don’t have air caps or fittings so pressure isn’t adjustable. Suzuki GS1100 GS 1100 Workshop Service Repair Manual 1980 - 1986. I got front forks and wheels from GSXR 750 '89. Feb 23, 2013 · As iv posted recently iv got issues with my front forks (1100m) so im just wondering, how easy is it to slot another whole front end in? i know theres a thread on parts changability but what im after is the most straight forward swap,bikes been off the road to getting towards a yr now and i just want to get it up and running and back on the road, either that or if anyone know where i can get a Jul 28, 2011 · Sadly, the bike is sold. Which is basicly any Suzuki from 91 to present along with most late model Jap sportbikes. A bike with rusted fork tube with rust or damage in the fork seal area is basically a useless bike that needs new forks, so go for this. I know this will be a basic direct swap. Apr 2, 2009 · The GS1100GK owners manual says the front fork oil capacity is 363ml (12. Both are fantastic upgrades. It doesn't look like a terribly difficult swap but I was wondering had anyone else already done this here and possibly had advice or patterns to the engine mounts. Which carbs will fit my 81 gs 1100E? I know gs 1150 , but theyre hard to come by, not sure if any bandits will fit. You will need an entire front end though. I purchased a s/h pair of 2008 DL1000 forks and a pair of new 'old stock' 2007 DL650 fork lowers. I pulled the valve off and air would pass through. But I'm also trying to stfay somewhat factory as well. 3oz). Thanks in advance. Whould be grateful in any advise for a rear GSXR 5,5 wheel in the EFE svingarm. Apr 6, 2023 · So Bob about your fork set up - you say you run the stock fork uppers with the 650 fork lowers? I am guessing that the kz650 fork uppers must be shorter than the 900? I found a set of 650 forks that look much nicer than my kz900 forks- once I took off the dirt bike style accordion fork protectors that were protecting all of the pitted chrome Mar 8, 2024 · Read Book 1982 Suzuki Gs1100 Service Manual months old. The smaller front wheel made the geometry of the bike too far out whack so I parted out the donor bike and made my money back. Dec 19, 2014 · The GS looks pretty good with the usd forks, but a part of me thinks that it should have the SV forks, both to make it look more period correct, and looking at retro musclebikes like the XJR1300, GSX1400, CB13000 and the Kawabunga ZRX1200 they all pull it of with the rsu forks. However, I bled the air out of the forks up by the handlebars. I’ll go through the stock forks and get them in good shape for now and just keep my eyes, open for a suitable donor with correct wheel and fork dimensions. I have triple trees from a GS1100, but I'd rather go USD forks, if possible. Apr 6, 2017 · Then there is the problem that almost all modern forks are much shorter than the GS forks, and the 17" radial tire has a significantly smaller rolling radius, both leading to ground clearance issues over speed bumps and around corners. The first of the GS Series was the four-cylinder GS750 released alongside the GS400 parallel twin in November 1976. Also ordered a set of fork seals & bushings and some fork oil. There was minor damage which all was replaced except for a tear in the seat cover and a dent in the Gs1100 fork swap. Jun 6, 2012 · Can anyone give me some info on a GS1100 front fork and rear swing arm swap? I tried the search function but didn't come up with much, what are the pro's and Apr 1, 1981 · This is surely the most adjustable motorcycle suspension available. 52mm forks on the 93-94 models, 95-98 1100 had 50's. No way would it fit. I tried hand pump, no luck. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a Jun 26, 2015 · 100% of the swaps to modern forks I have seen revolve around swapping the steering stem from the Bandit bottom triple tree to the one associated with the desired fork set. I DO have brakes and wheels from the Oct 3, 2009 · The 900C uses a 41mm fork which gives you many many options to choose from without trying to swap your triples and therefore head bearings. Newer Than: Search this thread only; Search this forum only. Oct 31, 2014 · Those old bandit 1200 forks are pretty much late 80’s Gsxr forks. Any and all help appreciated. I unfortunately can't find a service manual for this motorcycle -- does anyone happen to know how much fork oil needs to go in these forks? Aug 23, 2010 · Found on another great site, thought I'd share. All 1000cc forks (K1 to K6) are 50mm dia at the top yoke and 54mm dia at the bottom yoke. Wheels :- Cafe Racer Parts and GSX-R fork conversions for Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha including CB350 CB360 CB450 CB500 CB550 CB750 XS650. Apr 7, 2018 · There would be more I would like to do, such as rear taillight and plastic swap for a sharper look. Most zuk bikes use the same bearings. May 14, 2020 · I drained exactly 252cc from each fork confirming sufficiently to me that 260cc was nominal factory fill. by 03R1stunter. and now i'm working on a 91 1100 katana single shock conversion it just about falls into place perfectly. This is not gonna be a fast project by any means, I plan on slowly but surely doing a little at a time and end up with big results by next spring, including rearsets, triples, progressive springs in the forks, dual disc brakes, changing handle bars, and a few other things. I have a access to a couple wrecked R1100s, a newer K100, and a couple other new bikes like the R1200C. 5mm. Jul 28, 2011 · Front frame mods and fork swap 21inch ktm wheel Front brake swap Later: Trimming the absurd Corbin sofa Trimming the rear fender,ligths, etc. w/ Vortex -1/0 sprockets Pod Filters PCIII Corbin Seat Michelin Pilot Power 3's. For the most part, any front end that uses aluminum clamps and a 30mm ID lower bearing should work. fork diameter regulation for Formula 500 (building a 489cc GS425 to fit in that class). JAP bikes Fork Tube Sizes Fork Diameter Make Model and Year 27 Honda MB5 (82) 27 Honda CR-60R (83) 27 Honda XR-70R (97-03) 27 Honda XL-70K (74-76) Description. Here is a list of older bikes that use 41mm forks (the list was last updated in 04 which is why your bike isn't listed. Shop our large selection of 1981 Suzuki GS1100E OEM Parts, original equipment manufacturer parts and more online or call at 269-385-1540 Sharky On the street Posts: 33 Joined: Wed Aug 10, 2016 1:38 pm Country: United States Suzuki 2-Strokes: 71 T500 Titan Jan 13, 2009 · Gsxr 1100w Street warrior : BMC air filters, 4 to 1 SS headers, Yoshi canister, Modified Dynojet jet kit, dyna coils, msd 8. Dec 6, 2014 · Hey there, What steering stems will match up with the 78/79 frames? I would rather not have to go through the cutting and rewelding process. I'm wondering what's needed to mount these on my 1977 GS750. Oct 26, 2013 · 1980 GL1100 GSXR Fork Swap Jump to Latest 12K views 5 replies 6 participants last post by DaveO430 Sep 25, 2014 Oct 3, 2011 · 2002 K1200RS Owned from new. Apr 3, 2003 · Pre-assemble fork legs (sliders) with axle . The GSXR 1100 front ends are pretty much a bolt on deal for the GS series, and you get vastly better brakes, stiffer forks, and the ability to run a radial tire too. Jan 1, 2009 · imported post the 1200 fork tubes have a hole where the air is injected, unlike the 80-82 and 83 where the air hose is connected on the spring cap. over intakes, Carron Pipe, ZRX12 rear end, and seat,96zx9 front end. for the "cheap but almost as good" approach, you can install a cartridge emulator inside stock forks, as mentioned on our Upgrades. 5 wires, Iridium spark plugs, +4 ignition advancer,Earls SS clutch line, Galfer SS front lines and rear wave rotor, EMC front wave rotors. This is the set I am looking for: upside down fork and classic handlebar. Also, VT1000F (VTR1000F?) Superhawk/Firestorm forks are 41mm cartridge forks & 775mm. Enjoy: (This covers most relevant bikes) Part numbers indicate fork size (mm) For example, CL0045 is a 45mm clip-on Aprilia RS250 CL0050 Mille CL0050 Mille R CL0051 BMW Strada CL0041 Buell M2 Cyclone Jul 12, 2021 · The guy also has a GS1100 swingarm. Secure the fixed tubes to the fork bridge. (With gsxr 1000) Welcome to GSX1400 Owners . Rear frame reinforcements Headlights replacement Beware as this may take a while. anti-dive brake systems, it creates new problems with suspension response. May 16, 2018 · Ive got an 81 gs650g that im trying to swap a 82 gs1100gk motor into and wanted to know if this was possible without cutting up my frame. Mar 4, 2018 · Came across a nice set of 93-94 forks, wondering if these would be a good candidate for a Bandit 1200? Clip ons above the triple, so overall length should be close to the bandit's 770mm supenders. people don't realize those earlier superbike era sleds are as big as freight trains and pull like one too. The 954 yokes can not be used with the 1100 forks, however because the outer diameter of the upper fork tubes is bigger. Sharky On the street Posts: 33 Joined: Wed Aug 10, 2016 1:38 pm Country: United States Suzuki 2-Strokes: 71 T500 Titan Jul 5, 2006 · '78 KZ650C Rim Swap Upgrade Jul 1, 1982 · The GS1100 now comes to us with rearsets, revised instrumentation, antidive forks, a touched-up engine and the distinctive stamp of the Katana styling school on its tank and bodywork. Log in; Sign up Saturday, 03 August 2024, 02:39 PM. Invert it on a 3/8" ratchet drive extention so the reverse part of the socket goes into the fork first. They are tiny diameter forks slowing 500-600lbs of motorcycle - there is a lot of give there. Breaking news and video. This is either accomplished by it being a stock Suzuki setup (busa, TL, GSXR forks) and the stem either swapping directly, or a thin collar being machined to take up the Sharky On the street Posts: 33 Joined: Wed Aug 10, 2016 1:38 pm Country: United States Suzuki 2-Strokes: 71 T500 Titan As above, front end strat swop but you will need to sort out lock stops, rear end done this on a GS1000 and a Kat so same as above but I used a 520 chain on the Kat and did not need to shave the frame but you still need to space out front sprocket, best with rear shocks is get the rear end in with chain put the top of the shocks on the frame and see where the bottom of the shocks will sit for Sep 12, 2008 · Well this winter im going to swap the swing arm with a gs 1100 one. 1973 z1 2-1974z1-a,2-1975z1-b dragbikes1015cc+1393cc, 1977kz1000,1978kz1000,1981kz1000j, 1997 zx-11, 2000 z12r,1428turbo nitrous pro-mod and a shit load of parts Jan 2, 2023 · Are 78 GS 1000E fork tubes the same size and length as 83 GS 1100E? Feb 28, 2019 · replacing the fork seal is a 10min job it's the easiest I've ever done on a bike . if you do then a simple elimination mod is to remove the banjo bolt on both th a/d unit and the brake caliper, swap the locations so the shorter bolt is on the caliper tighten it down, bleed the brakes build a loop with the short hose and longer bolt then reattatch to the a/d unit. Drill and tap bottom tree for steering stops. Polished loads and loads to polish. Today I pulled the forks on the 750 apart for a rebuild with Sonic Springs and new springs, but unfortunately, one tube is horribly chipped and corroded. Late model forks work using the steering stem out of your triples and making a sleave for the late upper triple. Nov 16, 2009 · I am having trouble swapping forks off a gsxr 1100 97' to a bandit 1200 01'. What Apr 19, 2011 · The GSXR swap on a 1000 is even easier than it is on a 650. Jan 7, 2005 · The 750 fork can give about the same ride height as the 1100 with the use of 954 Honda yokes. Nov 1, 2008 · Maybe Z1 fork seals in the GS sliders? I have just scored a 1980 GS1100 rolling chasis, and am planning a complete rear end swap and would like the benefit of matching mag rims and upgraded brake technology. The cartridges come pre-sprung, filled with oil and charged with nitrogen. But I can slide it around now so it's even. 30mm off the top of my head. Fixed it with some ti-wraps until I can find a new clamp. However I cant seem to find enough information on rear end swap, to keep me confident I should go with this. e. Custom Rearsets, stems, triples, Hubs Jun 30, 2009 · 1978 GS 1000 fork swap Jump to Latest 6K views 0 replies 1 participant last post by 48woody Jul 1, 2009 Search titles only; Posted by Member: Separate names with a comma. Much larger axle however. ) Sep 18, 2022 · Fabricating new mounts for the 1k swap. Monster Race Product’s Billet Suzuki GS Shift Forks are available for all GS Transmissions. The Bandit stem is longer then any of the GSXR models. Basically, I looked all over for a perfect bike and could not find it. Aug 30, 2011 · I am curious how hard it would be to swap a modern fork onto a 1979 GS450, preferably an inverted style of fork. Buy with MotoSport and save up to 40% and get free shipping on orders over $79! 1981 SUZUKI May 13, 2010 · Hi. 01 CBR600F4i Track bike. R6 had alloy stem like the gsxr/Busa stem I'm using. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of Mar 4, 2015 · Re: Suzuki GS fork swap question and Swingarm Bearing Question Also, I'm curious about replacing the swingarm bearings, since the 550 swingarm I want to swap on is about 3/4" too wide for the 450 frame. 03R1stunter; Dec 31, 2014; 5 3K Jan 1, 2015. I also purchased the Cognito Moto conversion stem with bearings. Nov 30, 2016 · The best swap to retain correct height for the GS frame is Bandit 1200 43mm cartridge forks. the info you need can be found on the old site here > http Oct 5, 2017 · Hi, I know its propably not the first thread on GSXR 750/1100 wheel swap. on the 1200 there is an air injector (air equalizer) im not sure if you can fit it on the 1100 triple tree. This forum contains old posts which may have information which may be useful. My first goal was to increase the size of my forks from 34mm to 35mm. org. pregrid XS650 Guru. Jul 1, 2017 · I like to see - and use RWU forks on period builds, don't really get the fascination with USD forks, forsure I know the arguments, so do all the classic racers but TBH, in my real world i'm dam't if I can find any benifit from fitting USD forks - getting the ride height / spring and damping right on any fork of choice over say 38mm diameter seems to work fine for me. Orrr. 97 USD. I. BTW, 95-96 Buell S2 WP Roma forks are the same length and are a direct bolt on with the stem swap from the XR or any late Sportster with no machining of trees or adapters. How much of a diff in size is there? I have been running with 83 forks on my 81 for 20+yrsworks fine. It is a closed forum in that you can not post here any longer. Feb 23, 2024 · 05-06 zx6r 636 to 2012 zx6r fork swap. The GS500 has an odd steering stem, which complicates the issue. In the new setup, the force are going straight through the fork tube so it's 100% transferred to the frame. also any suggestions on wider rear swing arm? Jun 15, 2016 · The Fork Cartridge Conversion is a drop-in solution that replaces the internals of the stock fork tubes with cutting-edge suspension technology. Now Add a set of forks of of a _____. Before the swap, this bike was nearly unridable in thick and rutted sand, now it just blast through with ease. In wondering what year of front end will work and what would be the best triple trees to install. These were VERY NICE RSU fork swap candidates! Yamaha R6 RSU forks were the lightest I've had my hands on, 4lbs lighter than the cbr600f4i w/vmax 1200 43mm triples w/steel stem, 6 lbs lighter than the zrx1100 forks with a very long steel stem. Jan 21, 2011 · I cleaned up some of it by brand and size and added a few things I was looking at for my swap. I would like to run a GSXR inverted front fork set up with radial brakes if possible. Aug 3, 2011 · Under hard braking, it weaves. The original Katana is an extreme statement in styling; most people either love it or hate it, without a lot of middle ground. Messages Aug 30, 2019 · Well it's happened. Does anyone have an idea what the forks and tripple clamps come off? Is it gsxr1100k and drilles/custom top clamp? Fork Swap Gauges FOX CB350 Build GSX-R Billet Top Tree for Fork Conversion 2006-2019 GSX-R600 & GSX-R750, 2005-2006 GSX-R1000 from $156. Oct 14, 2014 · Also is the fork swap otherwise straightforward, axle, fender, cable routing, etc or are some mods required? 91 FJ1200 84 FJ1100 x 2 85 FJ1100 89 GL1500 Apr 9, 2012 · Note that the stock GS500 fork is an old style "damping-rod" suspension type fork. May 23, 2012 · Ok ya'll trivia time. Ported by Larry Cavanaugh, 1. This kit includes everything you need to install the cartridge system in each fork leg. Junior,your time with me was not enough. Jun 2, 2007 · IMO, get a complete Gixxer front end cause it'll be easier and cheaper. Reply. Torque Feb 25, 2010 · any fork swap is going to require a stem swap though. want to use maybe a bandit upper to mount bars on top of the triple tree . under the yoke there's a hex for a spanner to fit think it's a 17mm then on the top yoke under the plastic cover is a nut use the hex under the yoke to hold while u use a socket to undo and release the fork leg swing the yoke out of the way and remove leg then use a pick/screw driver n remove dust cap from leg Nov 12, 2014 · I rebuilt my stock G/S forks when I did a rejuvenation several years back (GS forks are better to start with than the G/S forks were). If you swap it out, you can give yourself a newfangled Cartridge Fork suspension. I’m also going to swap the swingarm and whole rear end. I'd like to put a better front end on it. stripped down to bare frame and refurbished using same components. If you were hell bent on a set of forks to slide into GS triples wheel, calipers disks etc etc all in 1 piece - take a Vernier caliper and measure the inside spread of the GS forks. i. Can you press the steering stem out of the bandit triple tree and press that stem into the gsxr 1100 triple tree? and it still be safe without coming apart? or cut or weld or lengthen the existing gsxr stem? Mar 12, 2016 · Pretty much all suzuki forks and front end set ups are interchangable for example I've got Gsxr110k forks and yokes with a Gsxr1100wp wheel and Gsxr750j brakes and mudguard in the front of my 1978 Gs1000e and all I've had to do is modify the lockstops , the rest all just bolts together. I have done this swap several times on conventional Sportsters. Tia. I dont understand why it is doing this. I'm a bit lost on the GS1100 swingarm. now all should be sealed and the a Feb 1, 1983 · The Katana’s forks have adjustable spring preload with three positions. 5mm; Use a strap to pull up the fork assembly until the fully retracted fixed tubes only need to be pulled out slightly to secure them to the (upper) fork bridge. Feb 22, 2010 · early gpz 750 the first with eccentric adjusters, my personal favorite gs1100. The trouble is that the system can't differentiate between fork movement that results from braking and fork movement caused by bumps, cornering loads, etc. Also i'd like to retain the factory hubs. I'm interested in using something that performs well with the weight of the bike. Jul 9, 2004 · When replacing the fork seals on my 82 GS1100E, I used the back end of a spark plug wrench which has the 'nut' area on top where you can apparently turn it with a wrench if needed. Jan 7, 2016 · bought a gs1150 same mods already done back in 1990. I'm using '04 kx250 fork legs and an '05 YZ450F triple. Are all GS1100 swingarms the same or is is the 1983 swingarm the better aluminum type? I've read that I'll need some custom spacers or bearings. Search child forums as well Aug 10, 2004 · Forks: all 92-93 600, 88-95 750 and 89-98 1100 use the same bearings so the triples are a bolt on but the 92-93 600 and 93< 750 and 1100 have different steering stops so you have to work with that. Pacific Blue, Ohlins, HID headlight. The only difference is the heights on these 3 bikes (forks lower on from top triple clamp on 796 and 1100, and rear clevis is different). Oct 5, 2020 · So, small update, the Suzuki swingarm is due to arrive tomorrow. Is a 2002 Bandit 1200 stem the same as the Gen 1 bandits? Jan 13, 2014 · forks are gonna dive no matter what. The upper triple is the same for the 93-98 as far as offset,etc, I recently learned this when I installed a Vortex upper for a 95-98 on my 94 after having the fork tube holes bored the 2mm neccessary to fit. I've already found a useful and very detailed thread in here on a front GSXR 17X3,5 front wheel in the original forks. subtract the stock air forks. Still trying to find a suitable set of fork springs without using "progressive". The main notion I wanna do is figuring out the easiest way to swap the front it. basically the yokes, forks and clip-ons must match due to the differing diameters of the forks. Jun 25, 2020 · Ive own a 650 for a month and thought about too for the cool factor. For clearance at the front of the tyre,the wheel had to be so far back,there was no way to use the chain tensioner. The dx from inside slider to inside slider with wheel off is to be 165mm +/-0. if i remember correctley the frame shock mount was relocated for gsxr components with a homemade brace between Suzuki GS1100 1982, Fork Suspension Kit by Race Tech®. Good reference material. The fork tubes from the GS are pretty pitted. 5 inches of travel but the forks feel much better. In other words, once the oil was in the bottom stanchion tube, I then took out the air bleeder at the top of the Making your GSX-R CBR fork conversion easier Honda Harley Yamaha Suzuki Ducati Jun 22, 2021 · Front forks swap Jump to Latest 3K views 2 replies 2 participants last post by RResus83 Jul 21, 2021 Search titles only; Posted by Member: Separate names with a comma. The forks, for instance, have four damping adjustments, four spring preload adjustments, plus a person could ignore the factory recommendations and change the air pressure. This turned into tearing into the 1k forks to see how difficult the swap would be. They should plug and play with a 81. I mostly wanna just bolt into place and wouldnt mind making new mounts if i have to. weighed 460 finished, dyno'd 191 with lazer stg 5 head, 1327 low comp. And i also like the look of a polished aluminum swingarm. What could have changed dramatically during the fork swap to create this instability. Go on alls balls website and look at the fork conversion chart for bearing sizes. You would basically need to reuse the GS500 stem, pressed into the donor bikes lower triple (and the stem needs to be compatible with the donor bikes top clamp too). The reasons are two-fold 1) you have no speedo difference to accommodate 2) you can use your SV wheel 3) Everything is bolt-on, with no requirement for 'special' custom parts You need: Forks (any 06+ 600/750 or 05+ 1000) with its matching triple trees, axle & calipers & fender. Please post your questions in the other technical forums. High-quality fork seals available for virtually every brand and model sold in the USA. You will still only have 7. Mar 23, 2016 · I tried a GSXR750/1100 wheel with a 180 tyre in a GS1100 swingarm. Current Ri des: 82 GS1100 E, 00 Gsx1400 fork swap. Fork swap from smaller bikes? GreY2231; Oct 19, 2014; 17 Nov 18, 2014 · Author Topic: General upside down (USD) fork, front and rear wheel, swing arm swap info (Read 12036 times) Jan 18, 2010 · Hey guys, I'm doing an inverted fork swap on a next gen. Jul 15, 2021 · I have been reading about front end conversion for last few hours. From what I understand, the 75-77 gl1000 front end is a true bolt on swap . To wrap things up, I bought a 1190R and I can say that my gs had a better suspension set up And felt more agile off road. It could be cleaned up some more and added too if anyone is so inclined. Not cheap but money well spent. Jan 9, 2018 · 41mm fork triples info from my GS swap research: The 1990's (& late 80's/early '00's?) CB750 Nighthawk used the same axle as the VTR1000F, and 41mm forks, and has (from my Photoshop approximations) the exact width of Superhawk triples and around a 45mm offset vs the meager VTR triple (i. In any direction. P. 185,000km 2020 R1250RS Black, All the fruit. I have some extra 1200 bandit forks (43mm) but the stem needs to be machined and the local guy is backed up job wise. loved that bike. I do not have access to a K1100. Feb 4, 2016 · I just got this crazy idea due to WERA vintage racing rules that I could swap GS1000 37mm dual disc fork lowers onto GS500E stanchions to have a GS dual disc fork under the 38mm max. This meant that I would need a different set of triple tree clams for this swap. Jan 9, 2023 · okay has any one done one of these using gsxf 750 (katana ) lower looks to be 1-2 mm wider fork spread than the stock vtr 1000 . I will be making a dedicated fork swap thread but there's still a bit of work to do and I'll be using this thread to ask questions and get advice. At the same time, what I've found is the 470ml of oil is fine. It is a different bike now with working front and rear suspension. Renthal Fat Bars with Scar Risers, Busa Forks, Ohlins damper, WLR Steering Damper Kit, Sam Tail Riser Mod, Gap Tray Mod, Tech G Billet Rear sets, Wavey's front and back, SV1000 belly Pan, Rifleman 1/5, GIpro ATRE, Thermostat Mod, Mckeown's Inline fuel filter mod Jan 17, 2009 · The 83 gl1100 has a trac fork anti dive system on it. I view this bike as a work in progress. I checked with an open end wrench and it was 13/16" in size. Any other ideas? May 31, 2015 · A front end swap isn't as easy as just tossing on some forks and triple tree. , big cam motion cams. I got news last week: new owner needed info on which year the forks in order to change the seals. I plan on using the entire fork, triple clamp and bar set up of the forks I swap onto the bike. Fork Options: Low Gear GS1 – is the low gear fork for all Suzuki GS 1100 and 1150 stock, 1-2 auto, 1-2-3 auto, Robinson/Orient, Liberty, and VHR 5 speed auto transmissions. Search child forums as well Apr 27, 2022 · I am looking for an answer on upgrading the rear wheel on my GSX1100ES. Sep 23, 2009 · GS1100 EX carb swap? 09-23-2009, 08:30 AM. The forks do have anti-dive, using a valve operated by front brake line pressure to re-route fork oil and increase compression damping when the brakes are applied. Jan 16, 2021 · Aside from the early bandit 1200 forks, 94-97 vfr750, all vtr1000f superhawk/firestorms, and 93-94 gsxr1000 are the good right side up modern forks to swap onto vintage bikes if you care about ground clearance, geometry, and proper handling/suspension setup, they are the tallest of the options for modern fork conversions. I managed to find enough information on front end. The compression damping can be increased by any major movement of the fork. Comprehensive motorcycle fork tube size chart; Connecting rod fitment; Gasoline cap fitment; Hand control lever kit fitment list for Harley-Davidson motorcycles (year 1990~1999) Hand control lever kit fitment list for Harley-Davidson motorcycles (year 2000~2009) Hand control lever kit fitment list for Harley-Davidson motorcycles (year 2010~) May 20, 2022 · I have searched/skimmed the few posts I've seen discussing mounting a USD fork onto the bike, but haven't seen anyone fitting a 1980 wheel onto the USD Fork of choice. best of luck. yeah it’s a little rough but everything I need is there. After I got it all back on the road, I decided on the DRZ fork swap (ala Prutser). it's a problem they are still looking for answers for in the OEMs. complete gsxr front end, wheels, swingarm, rearsets. Perhaps naively, I thought that it would be a matter of bolting the forks on, and making minor adjustments to settle the bike. Jan 2, 2009 · Another Fork swap list Jump to Latest 59K views 10 replies 8 participants last post by twr3cks Jun 17, 2011 Feb 23, 2004 · I dont recomend getting rid of the anti dive unless you have problems with it. At no point did I anticipate such a drastic change to the Dec 22, 2016 · If the 850 is not a GS850L with leading axle forks, then the 37mm forks and 850 triples and the dual disc brake calipers will be a huge upgrade to the 750. Yes, fill them compressed and measure the level to be sure they are the same, within 1mm or so. Suzuki GS1100 1982, Fork Seals by BikeMaster®. Apr 1, 2015 · In general, the forks and rear shock are all interchangeable between the M696, M796, and M1100, as you may have already found out. Aug 10, 2016 · Sharky On the street Posts: 33 Joined: Wed Aug 10, 2016 1:38 pm Country: United States Suzuki 2-Strokes: 71 T500 Titan Search titles only; Posted by Member: Separate names with a comma. Nov 6, 2018 · Using original GS1000G fork tubes and then upgrade is going to be more expensive than a front end swap off a Bandit 12 or GSX1100 for example. I wasn't sure if you just meant the Chrome upper tubes, or the entire fork leg assemblies. 340 lift Web Cams, Ape heavy duty valve springs, 83 1100 head with 1. Oct 13, 2011 · 76 KZ, frame gusset work,1200CC. The plastic tubes on the fork lowers came from eBay, installed for brush protection and looks. 5mm oversized SS intake valves, 1150 crank, Vance and Hines 1150 SuperHub, Star Racing high volume oil pump gears, 36mm carebs Dynojet stage 3 jet kit, Posplayr's SSPB, Progressive rear shocks and fork springs, Dyna 2000, Dynatek green coils and Vance & Hines 4-1 exhaust. 1983 GS 1100E w/ 1230 kit, . Apr 17, 2007 · I have a 94 1100 as well. I've had a "new to me" '82 gs1100ez for about two weeks now, I checked fork air PSI, zero. Also the 18" front rim looks very similar to my 1150 rear rim and I got better brakes. . Mainly cause i just got a set of kz mags from an LTD 1000. The easiest way to swap in to simply swap the stems i triples if they are not the same length. Get the best deals on Motorcycle Fork Seals for Suzuki GS1100E when you shop the largest online selection at Fork Seal Set for Suzuki GS1100, 1982-1984 - GS 1100 Mar 28, 2012 · GL1000 fork swap with cb750k. 85 kg/mm. If feel that steering lock is somewhat limited compared to what it was and it's a bit annoying when doing a u-turn. Sharky On the street Posts: 33 Joined: Wed Aug 10, 2016 1:38 pm Country: United States Suzuki 2-Strokes: 71 T500 Titan Sep 4, 2014 · Most USD forks are too short to use on 'old' bikes. Unfortunately, you want normal Jan 8, 2022 · The Katana forks were a bust. Jul 14, 2014 · I have bought and hold currently a very nice 94 K1100 set of forks and yokes. Jul 28, 2011 · Took it for another run and a fuel line disconnected from the right-side injector probably from a locking clamp falling during the engine swap. Search child forums as well Aug 14, 2012 · Alright, FINALLY got started on this swingarm swap. I do not have brakes or a front wheel from a K1100. Oct 2, 2012 · 636 Fork Swap HEL SS lines Renthal Ultra Lows w/ kevlar grips CRG mirrors 520 conv. Sep 20, 2016 · I'll be following along with this thread. these have excellent damping and good height and spring rate for the older GS big fours. There's more to a wheel swap, or a FE swap than just fork dia. The good is that it's a pretty easy bolt on, had to drill 4 holes, 2 for stops and 2 to mount some angle so my gauges would bolt on. qanuva yqocg ymfwb rcptis xgyhu lyz whuy gpkqdt zgrk bemlahl