Cafenated GS1000

[bhppy101]

here they are so far

[txironhead]

As fast as this bike is going, and as skilled as you are, you should really go into customizing bikes full-time. I'd love to see what you could do with a "naked" Ninja, or a full-race blown 'Busa.

Have you seen this site:

http://www.gatorcustoms.net/main.html

Wouldn't really fit with where you're going with this bike, but definitely some interesting ideas.

[bhppy101]

As fast as this bike is going, and as skilled as you are, you should really go into customizing bikes full-time. I'd love to see what you could do with a "naked" Ninja, or a full-race blown 'Busa.

Have you seen this site:

http://www.gatorcustoms.net/main.html

Wouldn't really fit with where you're going with this bike, but definitely some interesting ideas.

Thanks!!.... I actually had a tricked out TL1000S....I polished the frame and swing arm...pulled the front fairing off (totally NAKED), added 8" round light, carbon fiber tank front, fender, rear fairing, Marchiani wheels, dynojet power commander, all stainless lines, modified airbox, shaved rear end, and many other little mods...By far the lightest power to weight ratio bike I have ever had!!.I wish I had a pic to show you...but my computer crashed and had to be formatted and I lost everything....I know.....I should have backed it up!.... Thats why I am taking so many pics of my other projects!

Here's one side polished up.

[bhppy101]

OK....stick a fork in it....its done!:-D ....there is a little grease on them from my hands but I'll wash her up tomorrow. I'm done for tonight.

[UncleMike]

Simply amazing. I might need to get your consultation on customizing my bike!

[terry]

[QUOTE=80GS1000;541862]Maybe you could figure out a way to rig up an extra disc to a '78 GS1000 wheel like this one:

That's a magic looking job mate, I usually despair at some of the half-assed mods I see on our old bikes, but you've done a great job there, for sure!

I've got a 1979 GS750E with wire wheels and double disc brakes on the front, they're the same size as GS1000 wheels and they'll fit straight on your bike, but you'll need to mix and match the axles and spacers from each wheel to make them fit.

That 78 GS1000 front wheel has an alloy rim, what did that come off? I'd love a pair of them? Cheers, Terry.

[HammerHead]

OK....stick a fork in it....its done!:-D ....there is a little grease on them from my hands but I'll wash her up tomorrow. I'm done for tonight.

I think what you need is a one-way-ticket to my place.

[bhppy101]

I am going through GS customizing withdrawals!!!....

I have been looking for another GS project for a couple of months now.....almost picked up a GS750 but it was gone by the time I could make it out to the guys house....what a bummer!!

Wish I could find a pre-78 GS locally!

I have been pretty busy on my projects but I am partial to the GS series.

Just wanted to share some others that I've done since my GS1000.

First pics are my Kawasaki KZ650.....I shaped a dunstall style seat for this one...kind of boxy...but I think it turned out ok.

Second is a Yamaha XS650....

and finally.... I'm almost done with my Honda CB400T Hawk....Took me about 8 days of late nights and all weekend to get it to what it is now.

I cut the tank so that it is flush on the bottom instead of swooping down toward the side panels and pounded in some knee inserts. Since I don't trust my sloppy welding for sealing the tank, I used fiberglass over my welds after I grinded them smooth.... I did a pressure test and amazingly enough....it holds perfectly!


If anyone is in the southern California area and wants to get rid of a GS that needs work....please let me know.....Thanks!

[bhppy101]

Here's my CB400T Hawk.....

[Bopi]

Wow, this project is taking shape in a hurry.

Must be a double expresso.

[bhppy101]

Wow, this project is taking shape in a hurry.

Must be a double expresso.

LOL.....make it a triple expresso...hence all the Cafe's....LOL

[Cassius086]

I....am....not....worthy!!! I'm not worthy!! I'm not worthy!!


Dude, You have so much talent it makes me wanna puke!! Excellent work!! :-D

[bhppy101]

I....am....not....worthy!!! I'm not worthy!! I'm not worthy!!


Dude, You have so much talent it makes me wanna puke!! Excellent work!! :-D

Thanks!

It started as just a hobby....and love of motorcycles.......

now its more of an OBSESSION!

I thought I would always stick to modern day sportbikes....but the classics are hard to beat.....it is a whole new world of riding for me.

[bhppy101]

I had some time to polish the forks, engine cases, and rear sets today!

Anyone find me a GS750 yet?? [-o<

[moto_dan]

Wow, what talent. I have always loved the cafe look and your customs are fantastic. Keep on sharing, we mere mortals can use some inspiration.:-D