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    Slingshot to GS1150 caliper swap

    I have heard more than once that '88-on GSXR "slingshot" calipers were a direct if inadvertent bolt-on to GS1150 forks. Is this true? And if not, does such a bolt-on conversion exist short of Beringers?

    Spirit
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    #2
    I read years ago that 1st gen gsxr calipers are a bolt on........they aren't..

    I see that you're new here...hows bout an intro and a pic of the 1150. As a fellow 1150 owner I like to see them......
    Last edited by dorkburger; 08-08-2014, 06:37 PM. Reason: add
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    Glen
    -85 1150 es - Plus size supermodel.
    -Rusty old scooter.
    Other things I like to photograph.....instagram.com/gs_junkie
    https://www.instagram.com/glen_brenner/
    https://www.flickr.com/photos/152267...7713345317771/

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      #3
      As much as I appreciate the curiosity, I'm really looking for some help on improving the braking on this machine. As soon as I can get a handle on that I can think about peripherals like pictures. Thanks for the interest. By the way, a Slingshot isn't a "1st gen gsxr"...it's second generation. I own an '86 GSXR. That's "1st gen".

      Can anyone help me with my question(s), i.e. are there bolt on 4/6 piston calipers from other Suzukis that will fit the GS1150? Anyone tried Beringer or like calipers on this machine without changing forks, which I do not want to do?

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        #4
        That's the spirit Spirt. I'm glad you at least corrected your first post in your second post . Despite that you really know how to ingratiate yourself.

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          #5
          Yes, im aware of the differences between first and second gen gsxrs. I Suppose that I should have been more specific.....
          Have you upgraded your brake lines? That made a big difference on mine.
          Last edited by dorkburger; 08-09-2014, 10:18 AM. Reason: add
          sigpic
          When consulting the magic 8 ball for advice, one must first ask it "will your answers be accurate?"

          Glen
          -85 1150 es - Plus size supermodel.
          -Rusty old scooter.
          Other things I like to photograph.....instagram.com/gs_junkie
          https://www.instagram.com/glen_brenner/
          https://www.flickr.com/photos/152267...7713345317771/

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            #6
            I went to better brake lines right away and HH pads. Better, but not what I'm looking for. I want really better, which will as far as I have seen up to now require more pistons acting on the disc. I have seen GS1100's with Beringers since the late 70's, but always on fabricated mounts which I'm not against as long as the same people that make the calipers make the mounts. I swapped calipers on my Harley XLCR years ago to 4 piston PM's and it is a whole new world. I just can't believe that everyone who has upgraded braking on an 1150 has changed forks to get there...but so far, no joy on that. My interim try will be resurfaced or new rotors and new brake pads. But I still know Big Red needs at least 4 pistons up front.....

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              #7
              Check member Civirock. He has an 1100e with a 1150 front end with later (gsxr i think) wheels and brakes.
              sigpic
              When consulting the magic 8 ball for advice, one must first ask it "will your answers be accurate?"

              Glen
              -85 1150 es - Plus size supermodel.
              -Rusty old scooter.
              Other things I like to photograph.....instagram.com/gs_junkie
              https://www.instagram.com/glen_brenner/
              https://www.flickr.com/photos/152267...7713345317771/

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                #8
                Originally posted by dorkburger View Post
                Check member Civirock. He has an 1100e with a 1150 front end with later (gsxr i think) wheels and brakes.
                People have been upgrading 1150 forks for years. They are some of the widest triples and will fit 17x3.5" front wheels. Very popular upgrade.

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                  #9
                  Way to go in making friends, spirit. You want help, come in humble, because this place is full of those who can school you-or educate you. You say you want WAY better brakes but you aren't willing to do a fairly simple fork swap. Mixed message if you truly want amazing brakes on your 1150. The stock brakes with braided lines and the right pads will stop these things very well, but if you want to do stoppies on the spindly forks you have, you may want to ask yourself what you really want.
                  "Thought he, it is a wicked world in all meridians; I'll die a pagan."
                  ~Herman Melville

                  2016 1200 Superlow
                  1982 CB900f

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                    #10
                    LOL. Oops. Necrothread. Ah well. Nothing to see here, folks. Move along. Looks like that's pretty much what de spirit did.
                    "Thought he, it is a wicked world in all meridians; I'll die a pagan."
                    ~Herman Melville

                    2016 1200 Superlow
                    1982 CB900f

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                      #11
                      lol! Necrothread...that is a new one to me.
                      '83 GS650G
                      '83 GS550es (didn't like the colours in the 80's, but they've grown on me)

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