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Recent content by Shin-Ken 1074

  1. Shin-Ken 1074

    GS500E rebuild, 1989 style

    If you are thinking of welding a new lower engine mount, maybe consider welding in a new rear upper engine mount tab at the same time? A welded engine tab would flex less than a spacer and will look "Factory". ;)
  2. Shin-Ken 1074

    1981 GSX1100 Katana Based Project

    The light weight mirrors did not workout to plan, limited vision and the other issue is they work soo much better when attached to the scooter. For now the old mirrors will be re-installed along with some other replacement parts. No change to the running tally this time. Curb Weight Running...
  3. Shin-Ken 1074

    1981 GSX1100 Katana Based Project

    It could be done however, the current rotors are new as are the pads and well functioning brakes are pretty good to have so taking them to just above run-out limit is not something I would do. I have a rotor that is right on the 4.5mm run-out limit so I know how much a turned down rotor would...
  4. Shin-Ken 1074

    1981 GSX1100 Katana Based Project

    My plan for the front rotors should take between 100 and 130 grams off each rotor. I have a U/S rotor to use as a template to see just how much weight can be removed. If all goes well I'll "enhance" the rotors on the next fork oil change. Curb Weight Running Tally: 197.475 kg
  5. Shin-Ken 1074

    1981 GSX1100 Katana Based Project

    The mirrors arrived today, four days early, gotta be happy with that! Even better news is the weight, 459 grams lighter!!!!!! I rolled the dice on these in the hope they were lighter than the current mirrors and they certainly are much lighter. I like the slim profile and the angles as well as...
  6. Shin-Ken 1074

    1981 GSX1100 Katana Based Project

    The front brake rotors could do with some attention, drilling attention that is.
  7. Shin-Ken 1074

    1981 GSX1100 Katana Based Project

    Hell yeah Batman! 🙂
  8. Shin-Ken 1074

    1981 GSX1100 Katana Based Project

    The new mirrors should be here next Tuesday, have the scales ready to go!
  9. Shin-Ken 1074

    GS1150 Starter Clutch Advice

    They replace the OEM roller system with a sprag system and weld it to the flywheel, eliminates allen bolts coming loose. The ring gear is machined to match the new sprag bearings. If you do decide to get it done you need to send the flywheel, ring gear and the brass shim from the OEM starter...
  10. Shin-Ken 1074

    GS1150 Starter Clutch Advice

    U.K. Customs charged three fees, Import Duty, VAT on the starter clutch and a Handling Charge. Total cost for the three fees was AUD $145.00 plus postage to the U.K.
  11. Shin-Ken 1074

    GS500E rebuild, 1989 style

    Hi WolfTechnics, I am keen to see your project and the various ways you intend to go with it. Nice collection of USD forks! Cheers.
  12. Shin-Ken 1074

    1981 GSX1100 Katana Based Project

    Netherlands, thanks. Raw HP (not the sauce), can be fun however, full on hotrods with a ton of power tend to break components and take the shine off a good ride day. Nothing wrong about hotrods and power, they are great as long as you are prepared for the downtime. My project was designed to...
  13. Shin-Ken 1074

    1981 GSX1100 Katana Based Project

    Hello WolfTechnics, Thank you for your comments and understanding regarding the Project, they are very much appreciated. Great to hear you have a like minded project in the mill and Iam very interested to know what you have planned. Hope to see your project started here soon and I'll be no...
  14. Shin-Ken 1074

    1981 GSX1100 Katana Based Project

    Hhhhmmmm, those mirrors need to be re-visited, they are a bit chunky so I have ordered a new set and although the supplier couldn't provide the weight to me, the new mirrors look to be a lighter construction. Will know for sure in about two weeks. Mirror mount c by Max Mutarn, on Flickr...
  15. Shin-Ken 1074

    Rear rotor for '79 GS850G

    Be careful, an under spec disc wont go well with insurance if brakes are a contributing factor in an accident.
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