1983 Suzuki GS1100ED --- "Big Boy"

[Flaming Chainsaws]

Now this will be project for waaay later but I wonder how hard it would be to fit these wheels?

These are early 1990's Suzuki Katana 600 rims.

Front is J17XMT3.00 DOT with Metzeler MEZ1 110/70 ZR 17.

Rear is J17xMT3.50 dot w Metzeler METZ1 150/60ZR17.

Pretty sure that it has the same axle diameter. But I will most likely have to fabricate some new brake caliper mounts. And I have a feeling that the front rim will not fit into the stock GS1100 forks.....

[posplayr]

Now this will be project for waaay later but I wonder how hard it would be to fit these wheels?

These are early 1990's Suzuki Katana 600 rims.

Front is J17XMT3.00 DOT with Metzeler MEZ1 110/70 ZR 17.

Rear is J17xMT3.50 dot w Metzeler METZ1 150/60ZR17.

Pretty sure that it has the same axle diameter. But I will most likely have to fabricate some new brake caliper mounts. And I have a feeling that the front rim will not fit into the stock GS1100 forks.....

I think a 2.5" GSXR 1st Gen 750 front wheel is all that is practical with stock forks.

[Flaming Chainsaws]

I think a 2.5" GSXR 1st Gen 750 front wheel is all that is practical with stock forks.

Thought so... I'll just upgrade the whole front end when the time comes.

[El Giablo]

Thought so... I'll just upgrade the whole front end when the time comes.

Yes, go with the front end swap. You will be happier. El G.

[Flaming Chainsaws]

My alarm clock is set for my next eBay auction. And I have a secret weapon . Wish me luck!

[7981GS]

My alarm clock is set for my next eBay auction. And I have a secret weapon . Wish me luck!

So, you got your engine now and found some money to buy parts also?

Daniel

[Flaming Chainsaws]

So, you got your engine now and found some money to buy parts also?

Daniel

No engine yet. And this is coming out of my engine savings! But this is too good of a deal to pass up.

[Flaming Chainsaws]

MUTHA****ER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I lost the auction .

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...K%3AMEWAX%3AIT

The price went over my max bid by only one ****ing dollar. OK... I'm going to go cry in the corner now . I am on a loosing streak!

[ptexotik]

MUTHA****ER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I lost the auction .

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280703053635&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT

The price went over my max bid by only one ****ing dollar. OK... I'm going to go cry in the corner now . I am on a loosing streak!

you'll never know how many actual extra dollars the winner was willing to go! (his 'automated' limit may have been way more! )
keep at it man.
This is a great thread.

[Flaming Chainsaws]

you'll never know how many actual extra dollars the winner was willing to go! (his 'automated' limit may have been way more! )
keep at it man.
This is a great thread.

Yeah, the guy may have put like $500 . When the auction started, there was a "Buy It Now" button for $350 but he removed that in the middle of the auction. Now I'm kicking myself in the nuts for that .

Well... I suppose it's sort of a good thing. I'm gonna go get my engine this Thursday since the plan has changed.

Keep a look out for some bodywork for me!

[Joe Nardy]

Yeah, the guy may have put like $500 . When the auction started, there was a "Buy It Now" button for $350 but he removed that in the middle of the auction. Now I'm kicking myself in the nuts for that .

Well... I suppose it's sort of a good thing. I'm gonna go get my engine this Thursday since the plan has changed.

Keep a look out for some bodywork for me!

FYI, The 'Buy It Now' option goes away once there is a bid on the item. I hope it wasn't someone else on the forum who outbid you........

Thanks,
Joe

[nvr2old]

Boy, even $500 would have been a rippin' deal for all those parts in that condition. Too bad you lost out on it. It sure would have made things easier for your project.

[Flaming Chainsaws]

FYI, The 'Buy It Now' option goes away once there is a bid on the item. I hope it wasn't someone else on the forum who outbid you........

Thanks,
Joe

Didn't know that. I still wish that I clicked But It Now.

If I see someone get a very nice set of new red bodywork.....

JK, not a huge deal to be complaining about. Who ever won the bodywork must have wanted it more than me since they were willing to pay more. Good for you!

Boy, even $500 would have been a rippin' deal for all those parts in that condition. Too bad you lost out on it. It sure would have made things easier for your project.

No doubt. I guess I'll just run with this raggedy ass bodywork for now .

On to more important things!

[wacky941]

I was after that same body work!
Damn I wanted it but like you got outbid!

[Flaming Chainsaws]

I was after that same body work!
Damn I wanted it but like you got outbid!

Man, that's too bad.

Anyways, I'm trying to decide between getting exhaust bolts or studs. Hmmm....