Alternatives to GS1100 Chain guard?

[salty_monk]

Anyone found any nice alternatives to the GS1100 chain guard that fits on the 1100 swingarm?

[verde]

Sorry I can't help with any replacement suggestions, but I'm partial to no chain guard. One less doodad and chain maintenance is easier. There are plenty good chain lubes that won't fling any gunk around.

[salty_monk]

Yeah... ran my 750 that way for a while. It still threw some gunk though....

[verde]

Hmm, I stocked up on a few cans of the "Moto Pro" brand chain lube when cycle gear had a massive sale on it. Dries to a clear coat and never flings. Obnoxiously low pressure spray but I like it other than that.

For what it's worth, I was cleaning the garage out today and found a generic chain guard. Looks just like this drag specialties one. I bet any v-twin type of shop could help you find a generic one that will work.

I only have 750's for reference, and no swing arms or chain guards to be found. Here it is just sitting there, screwdriver through the front mounting hole and rear bracket bolt sitting on top of chain.

[KiwiGS]

I couldnt find one, ended up making my own.

[Steve]

Haven't used a chain guard since 1979.

All my bikes since then have been shaft-driven.

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[Mindless]

Make your own. Only way to get it just the way you want it.

[salty_monk]

Yep thought about that... was just looking for a path of least resistance I guess. Time in the garage is at a premium these days!

[7981GS]

I was going to use one off of a newer GSXR for mine.
They are cheap, metal or aluminum and look great. They go for about $25-35 on Ebay.

Daniel

[salty_monk]

Did you try one out? Wondering about fixing it without making a load of mods to bike...

[7981GS]

I haven't purchased one yet to make fit.
I still have the suspension to weld onto the frame and an engine to build yet.
A bit more important than the chain guard at this point in time.

Daniel