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    '84 GS750E Cafe

    I've got a couple of questions and searching the forum doesn't seem to answer the questions I have.

    1. Has anyone on the site done a cafe build on this bike with the floater suspension? Looking for ideas/pics if possible. I'm not sure the tank works well for this type of build.

    2. It has air forks. I'm hoping they still hold air. If not, I'd like to get some progressive springs and forget the air altogether, if that's possible? Anyone done this?

    3. I'd like to replace the monoshock with something better. There's some debate on using the '97 up GSXR shock upside down. What's the best budge-wise shock to use?

    Thank, I appreciate the help!
    Noel

    #2
    Yes on forks. The preferred brand on this site is Sonic Springs. I did that, added cartridge emulators, and disabled the anti dives. Much improvement. No air needed in the forks anymore.

    Not sure on the shock. You'll find a ton of info regarding mix and match parts swapping across Suzuki models over at oldskoolsuzuki.info Just make sure you read the rules over there...
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    Glen
    -85 1150 es - Plus size supermodel.
    -Rusty old scooter.
    Other things I like to photograph.....instagram.com/gs_junkie
    https://www.instagram.com/glen_brenner/
    https://www.flickr.com/photos/152267...7713345317771/

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      #3
      Thanks Glen, appreciate your help!

      Is it necessary to block the air port off? I was thinking the clip on bars would cover the ports.

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        #4
        There was some talk awhile back (10 years ago?) about using a Ducati Monster 900 shock on a 1150.

        Since both those bikes have a similar frame construction, it might be a feasible swap.

        Looks like there's about a 20 lb. dry weight difference between the 2 bikes 504 vs 525 on E models.

        This bike doesn't seem like a good choice to butcher into a cafe, but what do I know about that? Nothing.
        GS\'s since 1982: 55OMZ, 550ES, 750ET, (2) 1100ET\'s, 1100S, 1150ES. Current ride is an 83 Katana. Wifes bike is an 84 GS 1150ES

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          #5
          I have an M900 shock on mine. I had to mount it upside down though. There were clearance issues when it was the correct way. I also was advised to use the 1150 spring by someone. Can't remember who, but I think it was Rapid Ray, or someone equally trusted.

          As noted the 750 may or may not be different.
          Regarding the air crossovers, they would need to be sealed somehow.
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          When consulting the magic 8 ball for advice, one must first ask it "will your answers be accurate?"

          Glen
          -85 1150 es - Plus size supermodel.
          -Rusty old scooter.
          Other things I like to photograph.....instagram.com/gs_junkie
          https://www.instagram.com/glen_brenner/
          https://www.flickr.com/photos/152267...7713345317771/

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            #6
            Hey any chance you could post pics of the bike? That way we can all become self righteous if we think it’s too nice to cut up. 🙂
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              #7
              I would post some but my son-in-law already had it in pieces. Sorry! He got it for a bit of a steal, $400 Cdn... It's down to the frame now.

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                #8
                Clip-ons placed over the holes in the tubes works fine, i did that years ago.
                Dee Durant '83 750es (Overly molested...) '88 gl1500 (Yep, a wing...)

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