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Thread: My 1989 Suzuki GS500 Build-*WARNING* It's a two wheeler.

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    Default My 1989 Suzuki GS500 Build-*WARNING* It's a two wheeler.















    1989 GS Build Specs.

    Suspension
    Front
    Katana(95) 750 front end-for dual disc bakes and adjustability
    Katana 600 upper triple
    SealSaver fork seal protectors
    15w fork oil-add a little stiffness for better road feel and cornering
    GS steering stem swap-was done to adapt the Katana 750 front end to the GS
    CBR F1/F2 clip ons-these are a must for sport riding and there the only ones that fit my custom application
    Katana(89-97) handle bar controls- just because I had them and they fit

    Rear
    Katana(97) 750 rear shock-stiffer,lighter,and adjustable
    Stock GS swing arm and linkages

    Brakes
    Front
    Katana(95) 750 stock dual disc
    Katana stock 4 piston calipers
    Katana stock master cylinder
    GS brake lever
    Russel dual line stainless steel brake lines- better brake feel and more reliable
    Ebc HH sintered pads-better stopping for sport riding

    Back
    Bandit 600 rotor
    Katana(98+) 600/750 caliper bracket
    GS stock caliper
    EBC HH sintered pads-sever over kill/causes lock up if you get to happy with the brakes
    GS stock caliper torque rod-reworked to clear rear tire

    Wheels and Tires

    Front
    Stock GS 3.0 inch wheel-same as the stock Katana 750 front wheel so it matches the front end upgrade

    Rear
    Bandit 600 4.5 inch rear wheel-stock was 3.5 inch and the larger wheel allowes me run more common size radial tires
    GS bearings
    Custom wheel spacers
    GS cush drive sprocket carrier
    Stock 39 tooth GS sprocket

    Tires
    Shinko 005 Advanced
    120-60-17 Front-up from 110-70-17
    160-60-17 Rear-up from 130-70-17

    Engine Upgrades
    K&N Lunch Box Air filter-gets rid of the restrictive factory airbox
    K&N Crank Case Breathe Filter-needed after the factory airbox was removed
    Carb rejet 40/142.5/1 washer/3 turns on the mix screws-must do after exhaust and air filter upgrade
    D&D Slipon Muffler-Right side muffler from a Suzuki Hayabusa exhaust kit
    SV650(99-02) EBC Kevlar Racing Clutch Friction discs-better clutch grip
    SV650(99-02) Barnnet Racing Clutch Springs-better clutch grip and feel
    Bob B. Ignition Advancer- help smooth out the power curve
    SV650 Racing 1/5 turn throttle tube-more like 1/6 on the GS-faster to full throttle

    Body and Frame
    Buell knock off signals-upgraded flasher relay for signals/EL-12 Electronic-stock one needed a lesser load-new signals are brighter
    No Name Ebay mirrors
    Targa 1/4 Fairing
    Targa Chin Spoiler
    04 Large Style 5.5 gallon Gas Tank-original was 4.0 gallon
    Stock GS tail fairings
    Stock seat(building a custom seat/not finished yet)
    99 Yamaha R1 Clear Alternatives Tail light-brighter and easier to see during the day time
    Bandit 400 Front Fender-stock gs fender was to small to cover the new tire size
    GSXR 600 Bar ends (early to mid 90's)-helps eliminate some vibration through the handle bars
    Custom Gauge mounts and Upper Fairing Stays

    I have three and a half pages,front and back, in a note book of all the modifications I have done to my bike.The ones listed are just the most difficult ones.Still the mods weren't really all that difficult.Just took time,work,and head scratching.Lots of trial and error also.

    I am building a day cruiser trike based off of an all stock 1990 GS500E.It's going to be for my GF and son to chase me around on.
    1989 Suzuki GS500R Custom Built By Myself
    1990 Suzuki GS500E Future Custom "Tite Trike"
    1992 Suzuki GS500E under going resto
    1992 Suzuki GS500E Waiting For Resto
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    Default Re: My 1989 Suzuki GS500 Build-*WARNING* It's a two wheeler.

    Nice build Ben! I like it.

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    Default Re: My 1989 Suzuki GS500 Build-*WARNING* It's a two wheeler.

    Quote Originally Posted by Bazooka View Post
    Nice build Ben! I like it.
    Thanks.:wtg:
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    1990 Suzuki GS500E Future Custom "Tite Trike"
    1992 Suzuki GS500E under going resto
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    Default Re: My 1989 Suzuki GS500 Build-*WARNING* It's a two wheeler.

    I had a Suk 500 Titan ran like a bat out of hell , only put down by the Kaw 750 widow maker.

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    Default Re: My 1989 Suzuki GS500 Build-*WARNING* It's a two wheeler.

    Nice work and admire your ability to make the mods and also make them work. Ought to be one quick machine. Congratulations and hope you enjoy the ride.
    jtilmon
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    Default Re: My 1989 Suzuki GS500 Build-*WARNING* It's a two wheeler.

    Thanks.I do or did.Neuropathy has taken me off my motorcycles and put me in a vehicle for now.
    1989 Suzuki GS500R Custom Built By Myself
    1990 Suzuki GS500E Future Custom "Tite Trike"
    1992 Suzuki GS500E under going resto
    1992 Suzuki GS500E Waiting For Resto
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