Carbon Fiber'd Katana Restomod by db Customs

[Guest]

Hi guys, new to the forum. I'm going to place this build here, and update as we go along. I have a customer who I will be building a restomod Katana for. I do however need a donor, and have placed a "wanted" thread here >>>> http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...r-Custom-Build

Would appreciate any leads you can provide!


The build program is as follows:

• Bandit Swinger conversion
• Custom billet triples
• OHLINS USD forks (designed for ZX14R) with radial mount calipers
• OHLINS fully adjustable rear shocks
• OZ Racing wheels
• Brembo brakes (rotors, calipers, levers, master, etc)
• Magical Racing carbon fiber bodywork and seat
• APE 1327 kit with Gorilla block, Web cams, head work, bla bla bla lol

I'm currently also building a restomod GS1100ES, and also a pretty trick Honda CB1100RD. Looking forward to sharing some builds with you all!

Cheers.

[dbCustoms]

Question, what are you guys using for modern switch gear conversions on the Kats / GS's? GSXR or other? I am looking to do a conversion both on the Kat project and as well the GS1100ES currently in build. For my Honda CB-F builds I use all switch gear from a Honda RC51.

[Danb4563]

I went with late model gs500. I think it was an 02 or an 03. It means having to solder new connectors in place though. I'm not sure which models share the connectors. I can't wait to see this build come together.

[dbCustoms]

Sounds like the GSXR1000 (2007) left switch is a great alternative thanks to the recommendation of Rob over at suzuki-katana.com. He also provides the wiring schematic to do the conversion on his site.

Found a donor Kat for my Arizona client thanks to greg_b! Excited to getting started!

[rureddy]

I'm doing a restomod 82 1100 Kat as well. 1993 Gsxr 1100 front and 1200 Bandit rear. I bought new left and right switches from Suzuki. A guy in Acton has custom billet gsxr tripples. I will be in Ottawa for work in the new year and will look you up. There are 2 750 Kats in Calgary for sale. 999$ for the pair.