Engine swap?

[Anonymous]

Hello,

Are the frames on Suzukis basically the same size?

If I wanted to put a larger engine on to a 1983 GS550 with 4 Valve engine what are my options? :P

Thanks,
Gavin

[Anonymous]

I am going to be shoehorning in a 92 GSXR750 engine :twisted: but wont have all the pieces or time until later in the season. I will keep everyone posted once all the pieces are aquired and I get started. right now I am trying to paint up some bodywork so I can update my avatar pic. 8) IF it will only quit raining. :x
I have a 86 GS550 ES (4 valve, TSCC motor, same as yours)

[fabinator]

I stuffed a gs700 tscc engine in a modernized gs450. anything is possible, especially with a welder.

[tone]

Ive stuck a few gsxr engines in various gs, kat & efe frames but never the exact swapyou are trying (yet :-D)

Some issues you are liable to face are ...........If mounting engine on the original bottom rear mount new top rear & front engine mounts may need to be made ( bottom mount may need to be drilled) ...... clearance issues with the fuel tap/carbs........ exhaust front pipes may need to be extended 20mm or so forward to clear frame...... rocker cover removal for servicing can be a pain.... oil coolers can foul forks

Mounting the engine more forward helps with some of these problems but makes others worse & throws up some more issues

hope that gives you a small insight into what you will be facing :-D