Hey everyone new here I'll start by saying this is an awesome site very informative and tons of ideas I recently picked up my 90 gs E and it was like tons of other very neglected but I am the type of person that turns trash into treasure this is my first bike I'm a car guy and have built multiple cars mainly my 89 mustang notch here is a small list of mods and stuff done to bike
01 gsxr rear subframe seats and tail and a Undertail with integrated blinkers
New 7 inch round unsealed headlight
Set of eBay clipons currently being shipped
New grips katana throttle tube
V&H exhaust going to change to a shorty style tip dumped from under it with exhaust heat wrapped
K&n lunchbox
Waiting on r6 shock to come in
In future I plan on 06gsx front forks and katana rear wheel with a 160 not sure of what else at the moment
When I bought bike harness was junk completely replaced that and painted the tank and tail a nice army green
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I also tried a r6 tail which was really close to working with the stock subframe only strayed away from it because I has already ordered my 01 gsx subframe and tail and Undertail and when I recieved bike it had an 04 gsx tail which was nowhere near fitting on stock subframe the 01 can b modded to fit stock subframe
Here's pics of bike almost done
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Oooo so that is an 01 gsxr seat on the stock 90 frame ?
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No I bolted up a 01 gsxr subframe
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Wow, that really changes the bikes looks. Did you weld or bolt on the subframe?
I had to bolt it on subframe is aluminum and frame is steel don't believe you can weld them correct me if I'm wrong but being aluminum was nice I was able to slowly cut off factory subframe and kept test fitting till I got what I wanted then because gsxr is wider was able to bend them in just enough to fit on inside of gs frame them threw some bolts through and put lock washers and nylon locking nuts just incase even though was already threaded through it still need to bring to a welder not 100% satisfied I want it to sit up a little higher but works for now will post pics if anyone is interested
Sorry for such a long post lol
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Interested in selling the old r6 tail?
I am it also has Undertail with it no cracks in it at all minor scratches and such but real nice it doesint have the seats or taillight that's why I didint use because I already had lights and seats for gsx tail
Make offer prob b easier than me selling on craigslist or eBay
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Have no idea how much they are I'm sure someone on here will be willing to buy it but I couldn't offer idk what they go for. If you want throw me a price
where are you located and I will take a look and see what they go for I'm not trying to get rich off it either
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I'm in tampa Florida 33756 is the area code
Ok I will try and get a quote
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Just recieved my r6 shock got a great deal on it $20 and it came with all hardware and is brand new (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/30/ebagyze5.jpg)
Also ordered my new shorty muffler to go on to my Vance&Hines header (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/04/30/pydaze8y.jpg)
Installed crankcase breather ran it out of side of bike
Installed new blue fuel lines very nice
Going to jet bike today and take it to a welder for further tweaks on the rear subframe
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Very nice mods, sad to see you chopping up the vance and hines, but at least you still have the headers there. I am sure you can sell the can to someone. Excited to see what kinda paint scheme you go with
That's the good part about the shorty tip I ordered I don't have to cut anything just gonna clamp it on and remove it whenever I feel pretty good deal if you'd ask me
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Quote from: Sycotravis on May 02, 2014, 01:46:29 AM
That's the good part about the shorty tip I ordered I don't have to cut anything just gonna clamp it on and remove it whenever I feel pretty good deal if you'd ask me
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Well the Vance and Hines system is all one piece, you will have to at least chop the can off in order to clamp the shorty on, unless you have some other part where the V&H exhaust is already chopped and clamped :dunno_black:
Vance and Hines is connected in the middle under the foot brake by 2 springs to the header the shorty tip is long enough when I do connect it will come out in the right spot as it is a custom length I'll post pics when I recieve it
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Quote from: Sycotravis on May 02, 2014, 11:53:21 AM
Vance and Hines is connected in the middle under the foot brake by 2 springs to the header the shorty tip is long enough when I do connect it will come out in the right spot as it is a custom length I'll post pics when I recieve it
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Oh yea, your right! Its been a while since I have seen one off a bike haha. That will be cool, and you will still have the vance and hines can to slip back on if you wanted.
Exactly hopefully it works out good and sounds nice not caring for the dirtbike sound that I feel like I'm getting now
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Got a lot done on bike this week got frame finished up carbs cleaned and jetted and added my highrise clipons and a lot more little things I needed to do
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Last 2 pics are before and after quite a difference from the reg bars to clipons more comfortable IMO suggest it to anyone
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Vinyl wrapped the headlight yellow(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/05/23/pume3u8u.jpg)
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(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/02/emenutaq.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/02/je2u7ada.jpg) painted front forks and fender gloss black and installed side mount blinkers
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And gsx rear pegs and mounts
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Need a new plastic bezel for your bike don't you think :D
Got an extra one pm if interested
I do need one lol but I may b adding a digital gauge how much are you looking for in case I change my mind
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Damn it there goes me painting my bike olive drab. Well anyways bike is looking good. I personally liked the bars on there..if you want to trade for a 89 gs clip on top mount and clip ons for your top mount and bars let me know..So if you are going with a kat rear wheel I would say go with the 150/60 on a 4.5 inch wheel it will be almost as wide as the 160 but you will have no issues..160 = more work for really no gain.
The olive drab does look good I love it gonna paint my stang the same way and I was gonna go with 89 clip ons but I love the way these ended up working out and I'm gonna go with a 150 on stock wheel thanks for the info though
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well if you want to send me your old bars for some money of course pm me, also it really is coming together nice. Good job
Wait did you want my old bar setup?
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Upgraded to honda petcock my bike now runs and rides mint
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Quote from: Sycotravis on June 06, 2014, 08:44:16 PM
Wait did you want my old bar setup?
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Yeah..I am not to old but clip ons for a commute are not the most comfortable thing..oh hey could you do a right up of installing the honda petcock..as I know that I would like to change mine to something that isnt a hot mess of lines.
I love the clip ons and I can look around and see what I did with old bars not really sure lol and to install the petcock I went by a right up from another member on this forum here's 2 links to help you out
http://gstwins.com/gsboard/index.php?topic=56352.0
http://gstwins.com/gsboard/index.php?topic=44317.0
I purchased this for 30 brand new in honda package on eBay seller has a few left
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Awesome..I will be ordering one tomorrow. And no rush on the bars..if you do find them though fantastical
Sounds good to me let me know if you have an ?s about the petcock I also ordered new gas lines you may need to do the same I ordered 1/4 clear lines off eBay
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Thank you Travis, I must say I have been doing the forum thing for a while now and I have never been on one where people actually help each other. Its always people telling everyone how they are a jackass. GStwin is a different story, Every one acts like adults and helps each other out. I never though owning a gs would bennifit me other than saving me almost 200 a month in gas. Before I forget do you know of anyone in MA with a gs that has what appears to be airtech plastics on it. He lives just up the street from me and I wanted to take a look and see how he mounted it up but he is a freakin ninja, also his bike sounds wicked nice
I completely agree about the forum everyone helps out I've too been on tons of forums and they are nothing like that and I save probably about 1k a month with riding my gs over my mustang lol and no I don't know anyone else with a gs
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New pics of my gs and my free k1 gsxr with tons of goodies (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/11/je7udyhu.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/11/ujuzypez.jpg)
Sorry for dark pictures more ASAP
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Did I read that right...freeeee. I am green with envy my friend. Since you are keeping your top bar mounts you should cut some round stock and mount a vapor unit to it and get rid of your old clocks. I like your bike but seeing the risers with nothing in them makes my ocd kick in.
this is indeed a very friendly and helpful forum
Btw - great job on that bike!
Thanks eeezee rider still tons more stuff to do
And yes 100% free from my brother he just bought a brand new busa and couldint sell this after all the time and money into it so he said here's the keys she's all yours!! I am still gonna keep the gs and invest more time into it as I love it..
Will b a commuter bike and my girl will ride it here and there and I do plan on putting the vapor unit on it I also got that free from my brother and I'm up and down on the riser mount was gonna use that for a phone/gps holder but prob gonna add some katana forks down the road
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Well I am ordering a gs top mount for bar setup as I was riding yesterday and the pot holes around here where killing me riding with the clipons. So as soon as I get it so I can mount up some renthals a buddy has for me you can have my top mount..I have an 89 by the way.
I realized from another post you are in MA also. I could just drop it off to you some time when I get my new one in Syco. Plus I kind of want to drool over your bikes. :thumb:
Yeah man we could set something up like that I also have a few cars to drool over too a 89 mustang and nice 03 acura tl and my brothers busa is here this weekend
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Well the bike is apart again...I was a dummy and didnt make sure the carbs where fully covered while spraying some paint so had to take the carbs off after putting everything back together, Well just another day in the life of my 89 gs. My father inlaw was about to getting a busa but ended up with a new concourse 14. And to answer you yes it would be nice to meet up with some local GS owners.
My brother recieved his busa today although he can't ride it due to all this rain
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And it would b nice I wonder who else is local
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Figured id post my other project 10 secs in the 1/4 best toy I've ever had
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I like what you did with your gs Sycogravis. Army green is really uncommon (at least here in UK). Question about frame - is this gloss or satin black? And - have you painted it with engine in or you stripped it for painting?
It was a semi gloss black I used rustoleum from
A can and sprayed it on with engine in just taped it all off and covered good and then I went over it with a gloss recently due to some
Chips and inperfections that have happened
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Motor just blew on the gs today....... shaZam!
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Nooo..atleast you have your other bike now. Any ideas what went boom
No idea yet when I start to part bike out I will find out I have to put gixxer back together ;( but I am looking at buying another bike also probably a ninja zx10
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well let me know when you do. I am interested in some of your parts on the gs as you know. plus I am only a hop skip and a jump away. I call dibs on your rear subfram and tail
Yeah marider it's all yours if you want it I want cheap money for it I have a lot into it I'll give you prices on what I paid for it all
Rear pegs 40
Rear subframe 55
Finished under panel with brake light and integrated signals 120
Tail itself 50
front seat 25 rear seat is for an 04 gsxr so don't fit perfect
Side mount led signals 15
Plate light 10
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All that for 150 is a steal if you'd ask me I also have reciepts for mostly everything I believe I just need all this gone
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Let me talk to the person who has the finale say...my wife. but sounds fair to me.
Lol I heat you on that my wife just bought me my new daily rider :)
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Not a gs but here goes how about one on 94s best bike produced here she is a 1994 yzf750r with lots of goodies including extended rest frame full Vance and Hines exhaust 2012 r1 front forks and tons more (http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/28/agaza8es.jpg)(http://img.tapatalk.com/d/14/06/28/4e6ene5a.jpg)
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lovethe old fzr's nice. Hey on your gs did you have any issues with cables reaching with your mx style bars?
No issues what so ever had brake line was right against instrument panel though but didint bother me of affect anything.
And new bike not fzr it's very close it's a yzf750 very rare I love this new bike better than my gixxer
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yeah I relized that 89's had shorter everything from the factory so I am changing brake line and throttle as clutch and chocke are after market and long enough.
I thought I've read everything was longer
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