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Bigger engine for 85 GS550E? What will fit?

  • Thread starter Thread starter bobbysick
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Just wanted to post a progress pic of my little hybrid cafe racer. Engine is going in today (GSX-R750). Still not decided on a tank yet or a color for the wheels, but it is starting to shape up. I am thinking a '78 GS400 gast tank to get a more narrow profile? And I have also thought of a early '80's GS1100 tank with the knee pockets? Also still looking for the perfect set of rear shocks. Want some that look retro, but are still functional (and are 14" eye to cleavous). See what ya think.

later,
cm
 
dunno how I missed this thread - good job on a great idea - you might want to look at ZRX shocks, I believe they're 14". I'd go outside and measure exactly for you, but it's snowing and I'm a wuss...:-D
 
Brveagle and I both have ZRX shocks on our GS550's already.

I think I may have started the trend ;-) they're L O N G. I'll measure them tonight for ya.
 
Thanks.

I have thought about the ZRX shocks and that was my original plan. However, my swingarm is off a 81 GS1100 and requires the cleves (sp?) mount on the bottom. A set of a Honda CB750 supersport (later model) would work great, or a cbx. They measure about 14.25" which is about what I need. Unless someone has a neat way of attaching to the cleves mount on the bottom (and keeping the shock close to the frame), I guess the ZRX shocks are out:(

Have a good one.
cm
 
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