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djp420
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Is it possible to bob a GS1000? Are there pictures of a GS Bobber out there?
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Some guys here have done it,dont know how to find those threads.They cut the seat opan off to make a solo seat,cut the seat frame out beyond the length of the new seat,then had to figure out how to mount taillights and some had no rear fender.It can be done without so drastic a measure of cutting most likely.The ones that did it made their bikes look like real streetfighters.
I just found one for you! Go the thread about a guy named OZZEO talking aobut his GS tank.His bike is bobbed and is really cool.
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suzychop
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Hi you can do anything if you use your imagination just take your time i run 750 gsx chop thats dragging itself 4inches from the ground cut frame single seat 2 years and still changing things as i go along thats the fun of it .
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Hi you can do anything if you use your imagination just take your time i run 750 gsx chop thats dragging itself 4inches from the ground cut frame single seat 2 years and still changing things as i go along thats the fun of it .
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Cat Man
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bobo
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that bobber is so sweet !!!...b.b.
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Billyboy
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Personally, I think they look like ****e.
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snowbeard
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those two adcache are GS bobbers, still using the GS frame.
the first, while really sweet in my opinion, is on a bobber hardtail frame. just the motor and maybe the forks are GS...
I did a photoshop bob of my 650, but I don't think I'll actually cut anything. the 850 on the otherhand needs so much work restoring it is basically out...
the first, while really sweet in my opinion, is on a bobber hardtail frame. just the motor and maybe the forks are GS...
I did a photoshop bob of my 650, but I don't think I'll actually cut anything. the 850 on the otherhand needs so much work restoring it is basically out...
tHAT LOOKS REALLY GOOD.I WISH I KNEW HOW TO PHOTOSHOP.MY BIKE NOW IS GOING TO BE FOR TOURING,THE NEW FAIRING I AM GETTING FROM HANNIGANS MADE THE DECISION FOR ME WHICH WAY TO GO.NOW I WILL NEED A SECOND BIKE TO MAKE A COOL BOBBER OF FULLY CUSTOMIZED BIKE OUT OF.I LOVE THE PERFORMANCE AND CHEAPNESS OF THESE GS BIKES.PERFORMANCE OF A FERRARI FOR ONLY A THOUSAND BUCKS.snowbeard said:those two adcache are GS bobbers, still using the GS frame.
the first, while really sweet in my opinion, is on a bobber hardtail frame. just the motor and maybe the forks are GS...
I did a photoshop bob of my 650, but I don't think I'll actually cut anything. the 850 on the otherhand needs so much work restoring it is basically out...
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speedy400
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mine, is kinda chopped i guess you'd call it, I did everything myself...
http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=143&d=1141612874
another
http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=148&d=1141757297
, I work at a custom motorcycle airbrush shop now, so I think I'm going to repaint it for a 3rd time soon, some tribal blade flames on her, or something, idk SOMETHING DIFFRENT!! thats what i dig, something diffrent than everyone.
http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=143&d=1141612874
another
http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=148&d=1141757297
, I work at a custom motorcycle airbrush shop now, so I think I'm going to repaint it for a 3rd time soon, some tribal blade flames on her, or something, idk SOMETHING DIFFRENT!! thats what i dig, something diffrent than everyone.
i presume you had to take all the cylinder heads off and side cases off to get them blacked out,right? if so,did you have a hard time messing with the timing chain,etc.?speedy400 said:
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speedy400
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To apply paint you dont need to remove the old paint, and engine temp wise I talked to my instructor at motorcycle mechanics institute where I am attending presently, and he said the black compared to the silver color alone would eliminate the extra 2 layers of paint heat wise, as most ppl know, or should, the color black along with absorbing heat the best, it lets heat out in the same manner. As for application, I work at a custom paint/airbrush shop for harleys. All you need to do is properly scuff the old paint, and properly clean it, and paint it, in my case, I painted it right on the bike with the larger components removed for access. So, no, why work harder when you can work smarter.
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-darrenGREAT INFORMATION.THANKS.speedy400 said:To apply paint you dont need to remove the old paint, and engine temp wise I talked to my instructor at motorcycle mechanics institute where I am attending presently, and he said the black compared to the silver color alone would eliminate the extra 2 layers of paint heat wise, as most ppl know, or should, the color black along with absorbing heat the best, it lets heat out in the same manner. As for application, I work at a custom paint/airbrush shop for harleys. All you need to do is properly scuff the old paint, and properly clean it, and paint it, in my case, I painted it right on the bike with the larger components removed for access. So, no, why work harder when you can work smarter.
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tateG
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Speedy,
What mufflers did you use? Are those clamed on to the stock pipes? I am making a bit of a bobber myself and need to replace my muffs. I still need to work out how I am going to do the seat, I think that is the biggest headache for me, at least if I want it to look good. I think I am going to get some 11" shorty shocks for a CB750 to lower the rear and use a Harley bobtail style fender for the rear. Currently I have no front fender, love the look but that will change once the weather gets wetter. I saw some floorboards for a GS1000 on Ebay, but got outbid because I was at work, but maybe I will try to make some.
Anyone else got pics of bobbed GS's? I need some ideas.
What mufflers did you use? Are those clamed on to the stock pipes? I am making a bit of a bobber myself and need to replace my muffs. I still need to work out how I am going to do the seat, I think that is the biggest headache for me, at least if I want it to look good. I think I am going to get some 11" shorty shocks for a CB750 to lower the rear and use a Harley bobtail style fender for the rear. Currently I have no front fender, love the look but that will change once the weather gets wetter. I saw some floorboards for a GS1000 on Ebay, but got outbid because I was at work, but maybe I will try to make some.
Anyone else got pics of bobbed GS's? I need some ideas.
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speedy400
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Hi, the mufflers are those "universal megaphone" mufflers on ebay, 50$ each, not the shorties. Then I gutted them so it was basically just an open can(all you do is remove 3 screws) and I made my own glasspack inner core, and and got glass packing and packed around the core. Kinda hard to explain, but its fairly easy if you can get ahold of the "holed" metal for the core. Wow, does it sound wicked though. Just really mean. Heres an old picture, give you an idea of the inside. As for the seat, my seat is accually stock foam and frame, just cut it down, and made my own seat covor. Good luck!-darrentateG said:
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d'Eddio
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Here's one
Its not a GS1000 but a GS550. But I think the style is OK
Its not a GS1000 but a GS550. But I think the style is OK
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chazz
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you could always chop it
is that your bike? did you modify the stock frame or buy a new one from somewhere?What kind of rear fender is that,and or where did you get it? What color of blue is that?Maybe it would be easier for you to offer the details of your bike if you want.Please.chazz said:you could always chop it
