1980 gs1000S

[sherwoodgman]

anyone-some help here. putting my 1000s back on the street.
whats the widest alum rim. i can use front and rear and where can i get them?? akront,sun,etc. I'm going to alum. wire rims cause i like the look.
I'm also looking for an 1100. alum swing arm and 530 chain conversion.
thanks.--great site. been riding these 1000's since they came out in 78'.

 

[Mike Pellet]

Wider rims

Wider rims

I'd figure 18x2.50 as the widest front rim. Don't go too wide on the tire itself as the profile will change if it doesn't match the rim width. If you want to go much bigger on the front, plan on a wider front end such as one from an 1150 or any of the GSXRs. A 3.5" rim and 120mm wide tire are then possible.

Rear rim max width depends...

If you maintain the stock chain offset, figure 3.5" to 4.0" for the rim. You will probably want a 150/70 max for the tire. You will have to modify the brake arm or replace it with a piece of flat steel or aluminum.

If you are willing to go 5/8" offset (front sprockets are available off the shelf), you can go to a 5.5" wide rim. 5.5" is stock size for most sport bikes. The wider rims place the rear sprocket at what is close to the 5/8" offset front sprocket.

The GS1100 swingarm may require you to bend or remove a portion of the triangular tubing bracket that mounts the passenger footpegs.

I have pictures showing all that I have said, but I am allowed to post only one of them. Contact me at:

zuki.mike@snet.net for more info or more pix.

I have the entire setup you are looking for FOR SALE:

One front wire wheel, 19 x 2.5" with 3.50" tire
One rear wire wheel, 18 x 3.5" with 140mm tire
One modified brake stay arm
One GS1100 aluminum swingarm
One pair Fox rear shocks (not on your list)

This setup does not require the offset sprocket setup. $600 + actual shipping for all. I can take PayPal, money order, etc. Located in CT if you would like to see these parts and/or pick them up.

 

[KGB]

Where's Sharpy ??


He runs wire wheels on his S.


We just talked about this a little bit ago.
Drop him a PM, and he has a beautiful S

 

[sharpy]

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Where's Sharpy ??


He runs wire wheels on his S.


We just talked about this a little bit ago.
Drop him a PM, and he has a beautiful S

Thanks Keith,hey give me a break!!!!!! Differant time zone LOL. Well i better post the standard pic and reply. Front rim is a original Suzuki rear rim ( 2.50x18 ) and the rear is a Akront ( 4.25x18 ) and as you can see if you put 17" wheels on a old bike like my brothers is just looks a tad wierd. Running a Bridgestone BT45 140/80x18 tyre and a Avon AM22 110/80X18 front at the moment. I run a DID 630 chain as i get 50,000 klms out of the last one and cant find any reason to use a smaller chain as weight is almost the same (530 uses more links) and once again it just doesnt look right. Front guard is a GS550 ESD one that is a 18incher. Need more info send me a pm if you like. And can you believe my brother sold the Kat foe a GSX1400 and turned it into a bling/bling thingy, Arghhhhhhhhhh P.S. Sit down when you ask for the price on the rims.