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Lighter Frame

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Has any built a new better braced frame with lighter materials based off the old one?

Getting my winter project lined up.

Adam
 
I've been wondering the same thing. A GS1000/1100/1150 with a stiffer aluminum frame and late model suspension/radial tires to match all that power would be incredible.
 
Does anyone have the frame dimensions loaded in solidworks or another program? Or just a good clean drawing of one?

Adam
 
I just found a pic of a frame braced that I like.




Adam
 
Are you having any problems with weave/wobble when leaned over at speed? I wonder if bracing the frame would have much of a positive effect on frame flex.
 
From what I have read it would definitly give an increase in performance but you would be better off asking Katman. I think that he did some bracing on his bike. Oh yeah, I do have some head shake when I am going fast and I just have the feeling that the bike could be so much more stable.

Adam
 
After no luck in finding a copy of the gs1100 frame modeled in solidworks my perfectionist side is forcing me to just go ahead and create a model myself. And if all goes as planned I will be able to test the stress and loads on the frame. Then I will be able to test the best positioning and sizes of the braces to best distribute the load from the steering head to the swingarm. I'll keep you posted on how it goes.

Adam
 
So far I have to say that solidworks is the greatest program ever!!!

I have only gotten a small part done but the information feedback is extrodinary. It calculates the total weight of the frame based upon the density of the type of metal used. Tests for weaknesses in the over design of the frame and gives you the center of mass. I am sure thats only a fraction of its capabilities.

I think that this program is a massive time saver for any one performing mods on their frame. I will keep working on the chassis model and I will share it with anyone who wants it. (also how to easily get solidworks free).

Adam
 
For those of you looking to squeeze every bit of performance of your ride this program also has drafting analysis. Great aid in getting the proper downforce from you custom suspension.

Adam
 
That program sounds amazing! How do you get it? I'd like to learn how to brace the GS1000E frame in the best way possible!
 
Go to Oldskoolsuzuki.info, click on the link for GSX/EFE Katana, then under 'Articles' there is one titled "Making your GSX frame stiffer."

Lots of pictures and a few diagrams.
 
I checked that out but I want to take it a couple steps further and do some stress testing and load tests on different braces before I start anywork on modifying the frame.

Adam
 
akreider said:
I will keep working on the chassis model and I will share it with anyone who wants it. (also how to easily get solidworks free).

Adam
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Yes I would really like a copy of the file, and to know how to get that program free.

Dink
 
ok I am still working on it. It will probably be about a week before I finish it.

adam
 
I am really interested in this also. I will be bracing the 750 one of these days.....
 
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