1981 GS1100E - mild mods

[patrickmcp]

Nice deal, I like what you've done. Pretty cool man.

[russr33]

Routing the exhaust outside the frame rails is a bit of a bad idea. It gets really hot and you or your passxenge might get burned bad right along with any plastics. We're not even going to consider how to route around the rear shocks. That would be a nightmare.

You need to keep it routed through the swingarm and tucked under the seat between the frame rails. It's not just for asthetics.

On that I totally agree Red. I meant just with the customization in general.

[jeffd]

LOL hot subject matter here!

Excellent feedback by all, I appreciate comments in both directions on this one. I am not entirely convinced I want the exhaust moved yet. There is a little over an inch between the swingarm and the current passenger footpeg bracket. that is the only reasonable place i see routing it currently...Hot exhaust is an understatement! Fabrication is fun and really why I do many things but I dont really want to chop up the rear of this bike.

Again as earlier poster mentioned this bike will look just about right with a 2-4 guilliari style seat that would flow into the stock tail section.... none the less this is great brainstorming and I like the opinions. THANKS!

[sparki]

underseat doesn't look so good imho.... short fat pipes that stop at the end of the hangars looks tough.... and as for losing the tail and headlight?... shoot then man who suggested it... lol

[midnightcafe]

underseat doesn't look so good imho.... short fat pipes that stop at the end of the hangars looks tough.... and as for losing the tail and headlight?... shoot then man who suggested it... lol

Lol, that was me-I wasn't quite in existence in the early 80s, too young to appreciate the style

[jeffd]

The square headlight will remain for sure! (same reason I bought my ZRX)

Exhaust changes probably wont be nearly as bold as the pics. Ilike the 4 into 1 pipes-perfect for the era - really I just need ground clearance. I was hoping to see an X-Pipe out on the street, they appear to offer extra ground clearance. anyone got suggestions on an exhaust that won't scrape on the right hand turns and occasionally over highway dips? Maybe some real-world pics?
I can fabricate something like the X-Pipe but hardly
worth all the labor (and I can't do the mandrel bends- lots of cutting and splicing won't be good for exhaust flow)

[saffa]

what about one of these


http://www.exactrep.com/acatalog/ind...ml&CatalogBody

solves the under belly clearance problems . the race one ..cut down a bit shorter would be super cool and stylish to boot

[jeffd]

what about one of these

http://www.exactrep.com/acatalog/index.html?http%3A//www.exactrep.com/acatalog/pp.marving-4-1.html&CatalogBody

solves the under belly clearance problems . the race one ..cut down a bit shorter would be super cool and stylish to boot

THAT's SWEET! probably gain 2" of ground clearance.

[quexpress]

stock motor from a 1982 GS1100E, V&H pipe, Dynojet carb mod, Dyna ignition, carbon fibre signals, 1988 GSXR750 front end and wheels, Bridgestone Battleaxe tires, 3" stretch on the stock swingarm, Kosman offset drive w/Vortex sprockets

Do you have any closer pics of the signals on the front end? I really like the way you have it set up. You seem to be using 4 of them: one on each side of the headlight, plus 2 on the bottom stem on each fork clamp.
Thanks!

[jeffd]

I only have 2 in the front and 2 in the rear - carbon fiber w/clear lenses
this is an ebay item that looks identical at a fraction of the price:
120458785310

[sparki]

You seem to be using 4 of them: one on each side of the headlight, plus 2 on the bottom stem on each fork clamp.
Thanks!

the "2 on the bottom" IS the lower clamp....

[quexpress]

the "2 on the bottom" IS the lower clamp....

The reflection made the clamp look like lights ... my eyes ... my eyes! Thanks!

[quexpress]

I only have 2 in the front and 2 in the rear - carbon fiber w/clear lenses
this is an ebay item that looks identical at a fraction of the price:
120458785310

Can oncoming traffic still see these clearly although they are fastened onto each side of the headlight?
Thanks!

[gs road racer]

clearance problem

A bassani superbike pipe would solve the ground clearance and cornering

[jeffd]

Can oncoming traffic still see these clearly although they are fastened onto each side of the headlight?
Thanks!

These are exceptionally bright for a single bulb, seem to project light very well even during the day. (Always ride defensively)

NO I don't think ANY of the flush mounted signals can be seen good enough to save your butt from a car or m/c rider that is not paying attention. These are a novelty and at their very best they look cool and satisfy the state inspection regulations.