Hi all, as the title states I'm new to the forum and look forward to getting to know everyone.
I have recently bought a 1998 gs500e as my 1st bike
While waiting to take my motorbike test I have done the following over the past 2 weeks.
- re sprayed tank black with blue cosmic pearl and metallic flakes
- re sprayed forks
- resprayed wheels and polished lips
- cut down front mudguard for a sleeker look
- replaced gauge lights with blue led's
- re sprayed rear of frame
- cut down sub frame
- converted the seat to a single and re upholstered
- installed shorter clear led signals
- installed rear led brake
- installed dominator front headlights
-installed custom rubber rear mud guard
- moved electric components
- moved seat lock
- removed rear pegs
As I said I am new to this and have only owned a bike for 2 weeks so please try to bear with some noob questions.
Thanks, James
1st day collecting :
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3621_zpsd8c9987e.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3621_zpsd8c9987e.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3258_zps574e99ba.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3258_zps574e99ba.jpg.html)
1st fenderectomy:
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3263_zpseaba078c.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3263_zpseaba078c.jpg.html)
tank before:
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3270_zps2f2d1a5a.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3270_zps2f2d1a5a.jpg.html)
repairing/sanding:
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3281_zps18391caa.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3281_zps18391caa.jpg.html)
priming:
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3286_zps5c93bc88.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3286_zps5c93bc88.jpg.html)
painted:
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3476_zps322cca67.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3476_zps322cca67.jpg.html)
frame chop:
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3503_zps407517f8.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3503_zps407517f8.jpg.html)
seat chop:
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3508_zps93fb9128.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3508_zps93fb9128.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3665_zpsfeea0a71.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3665_zpsfeea0a71.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3671_zps56b6a272.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3671_zps56b6a272.jpg.html)
wheel paint:
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3399_zps28b875cf.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3399_zps28b875cf.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/10365584_10152195655596903_2535245149217169014_o_zps0d382ac0.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/10365584_10152195655596903_2535245149217169014_o_zps0d382ac0.jpg.html)
light change:
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3624_zpse68d9365.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3624_zpse68d9365.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3639_zps1b386f02.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3639_zps1b386f02.jpg.html)
1st fit up:
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3586_zps9cc03e4e.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3586_zps9cc03e4e.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3495_zpsc6a0c854.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3495_zpsc6a0c854.jpg.html)
gauges:
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3711_zps8388d199.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3711_zps8388d199.jpg.html)
rear lights:
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3710_zpsc0f4084a.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3710_zpsc0f4084a.jpg.html)
as i sits now ( unfinished ):
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/IMG_3717_zps2483045d.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/IMG_3717_zps2483045d.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/10494979_10152218416171903_540701710406929545_o_zpsf97fd4bc.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/10494979_10152218416171903_540701710406929545_o_zpsf97fd4bc.jpg.html)
One very big problem with this post. WE NEED PICTURES. haha. Seriously though sounds good. And the people here are fantastic. Just be sure to search around a little first before posting a thread!!
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I'm not usually a fan of the "cut down" bikes but I have to say, your bike has a nice clean look to it. Great Job. It looks like a fun ride.
Looks sweet you do good work
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Ahhh Townsville, My place of Birth many years ago :)
Welcome to the forum. :thumb:
Quick update.
Re sprayed tank again black with blue pearl, 2nd layer purple pearl and cosmic flakes
3rd layer holographic flakes and gold mica then clear
I'm also chasing the gauge covers for the rear as I broke one while painting the gauge housings
Thanks in advance
recently had some time to work on the bike.
-repainted frame and swing arm 2pac satin black
-repainted engine satin ceramic black
-vht ceramic black on the exhaust
-made a custom front fender from the original , painted 2pac satin black
-installed new led rear lights and gauge lights, painted triple tree top
-installed new short mirrors
-i am now just awaiting:
-new digital gear indicator
-dei kevlar exhaust wrap
-lcd digital speedo and tach gauge
-new brake/clutch levers with reservoir
-new mirror holders
pics as usual
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/ScreenShot2014-07-27at93010am_zpsa3d8e5d2.png) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/ScreenShot2014-07-27at93010am_zpsa3d8e5d2.png.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/ScreenShot2014-07-27at93050am_zps10c0ab5b.png) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/ScreenShot2014-07-27at93050am_zps10c0ab5b.png.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/10499513_10152229076791903_967964365522744538_o_zpsec521323.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/10499513_10152229076791903_967964365522744538_o_zpsec521323.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/10498055_10152229080411903_4581897680261099886_o_zpsfceb7827.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/10498055_10152229080411903_4581897680261099886_o_zpsfceb7827.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/gs500%20build/10463659_10152286535851903_5710914125568744026_o-1_zpsb050ce82.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/gs500%20build/10463659_10152286535851903_5710914125568744026_o-1_zpsb050ce82.jpg.html)
Love the wheels!
Your paint work looks very smooth. I like your wheel paint job as well. Care to give any tips on your process?
You pulled off the bobbed look as good as you can. I'm just not a fan of it at all. It's a downgrade in functionality and looks if you ask me, but hey, that's the beauty of having your own bike. You don't have to ask anybody! 8) :thumb:
+1 to the paint tips.
Do you have a big ole compressor and a sprayer? That looks way too good for a spray can
thanks for the comments guys,
i am an automotive spray painter by trade, and an aircraft surface refinisher by trade painting big Boeing 737 at present :)
another update:
- installed my new adjustable levers and new brake reservoir
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4324_zps050afcc3.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4324_zps050afcc3.jpg.html)
-wrapped exhaust pipe in dei kevlar heatwrap
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4347_zps8a70b210.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4347_zps8a70b210.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4362_zpsb67a2b45.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4362_zpsb67a2b45.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4360_zpse9d0a6b6.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4360_zpse9d0a6b6.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4358_zps29f0c853.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4358_zps29f0c853.jpg.html)
- installed new digital tacho and speedo and installed led gear selection indicator
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4333_zps73c31359.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4333_zps73c31359.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4365_zps37933f21.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4365_zps37933f21.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4366_zps2df59a37.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4366_zps2df59a37.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4368_zpsc8e23c3d.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4368_zpsc8e23c3d.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4372_zpsc66347aa.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4372_zpsc66347aa.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4369_zpsb2689439.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4369_zpsb2689439.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4371_zps459a695c.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4371_zps459a695c.jpg.html)
I going to beat MARider to the punch... :P
Which perch and reservoir did you use for your levers?
perch and levers
i also bought a set of cnc mirror perches for the clutch side
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Universal-Aluminum-clutch-Brake-levers-Fluid-Reservoir-Cap-CNC-Motorcycle-/171218003089?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item27dd636491&vxp=mtr
Nice bit of kit!
Is the brake line fitment (banjo size) the same as the OEM gs500e?
yep the original brake line and banjo fits
- installed new grips
- installed carbon fibre bar ends ( had to drill/tap weight in handlebars to install )
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4397_zps86ec6671.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4397_zps86ec6671.jpg.html)
- bought new shoei xr1000
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4292_zps95e53000.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4292_zps95e53000.jpg.html)
-bought new ixon leather riding jacket
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/ixon_opium_nero__94241__381191400182345600600_zps177e5e6b.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/ixon_opium_nero__94241__381191400182345600600_zps177e5e6b.jpg.html)
- ordered new shorty exhaust and db killer adapter ( i will be mounting this under the frame
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/IMG_4391_zps608f0e1f.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/IMG_4391_zps608f0e1f.jpg.html)
Quote from: wakey86 on July 31, 2014, 03:53:51 AM
yep the original brake line and banjo fits
Cool! I might pull a copy cat on you on this one... (see it as a compliment ;) )
Wicked helmet btw!
took her out for a spin today loving the new levers and dash, also the carbon wrap on the tree resists sctatches better than when i painted it
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/10498492_10152323092961903_5327942889952462092_o_zps79f378c6.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/10498492_10152323092961903_5327942889952462092_o_zps79f378c6.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/10484532_10152323097636903_5934523350137395837_o_zpsf13c7bbf.jpg) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/10484532_10152323097636903_5934523350137395837_o_zpsf13c7bbf.jpg.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/ScreenShot2014-08-11at50208pm_zps08187f79.png) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/ScreenShot2014-08-11at50208pm_zps08187f79.png.html)
(http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg53/tvlstarlet/ScreenShot2014-08-11at50255pm_zps8d2ae362.png) (http://s245.photobucket.com/user/tvlstarlet/media/ScreenShot2014-08-11at50255pm_zps8d2ae362.png.html)
Just bought a set of perch and levers like those for my Streetfighter/tourer (yep i know a strange mix!) project I'm working on. how is the "feel" with that master cylinder compared to OEM? is it nice and progressive, or wooden as hell? how is the clutch feel, and does it take the standard GS clutch cable?
There is a nice progressive feel with the brakes.
And the original clutch cable bolts straight in
Hey guys I'm about to pull the trigger on this sv650 rear shock.
Does it look like the right one for the direct swap?
I know the white ones don't fit, the linkages just seem different.
Thanks in advance, james
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yep its the same shock i have fitted to my project bike.. it does require a little modding to get in though.. just some adjustment to the mounting eye on the shock.. there are write-ups online on how its achieved
In case you haven't seen this before http://wiki.gstwins.com/index.php?n=Upgrades.RearShock
brilliant, thanks for the quick reply guys.
Wakey86 you can return favour and tell me what are dimensions of gs500 seat lol Total length, length of pillion part, and max width. I am not in hurry but I will be very grateful (asked for it on other thread but guys forgot to give me those)
The max length is 470mm front to back
And max width is 290mm.
Remember my seat has been chopped Dow to remove pillion area
Mate! Your project is such an inspiration! Lots of photo's and stuff! I'm going to do something similar, and seeing your photos gives me the confidence i need to really start cutting and grinding!
Loving the project!
A question thoug. When i remove my sidefenders, there's a lot of cabling there. As well as a things like (i think) CDI unit, voltage regulator, and a some other units. I don't see them in your picture! What did you do with those? where did you hide them? :)
A lot of the wiring was simply routed out of sight behind the subframe.
The rectifier and larger items were moved to behind the battery.
There hasn't been much major surgery lol, about an hours work over all
After removing my exhaust, I took it to the exhaust shop and they measured the amount of back pressure created by the muffler alone.
We then inserted an 8" db killer baffle and packed around it with muffler packing and welded a smaller diameter tube ahead of the baffle.
She Sounds beautiful top end, not crazy loud as it looks.
no Loss in low torque, have not re-jetted as of yet there shouldn't be much need the only concern are when changing down gears at high revs I get some angry sounding exhaust popping and makes me wonder if this is exhaust scavenging alone or if it will burn the exhaust valves over time.
I would rather it be running rich than lean.
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P.s I also had the tyres filled with nitrogen and had a new Bridgestone battlax front tyre fitted
Love the dash/gauges/mirror setup you've got going... really works well together!!
I finished rebuilding that clutch and master cylinder perch set i got.. looks better with some decent paint on, and the cheesehead zinc fasteners replaced with stainless and some decent stainless hose clamps. I pulled them appart and lubed the seals with red rubber grease. made sure they were seated properly, and copper greased the pivot pins and fasteners. Just need to work out the length of braided brake lines i will need and the control cables.. does anyone know the length of the brake lines and hoses for the US market GS500 that was fitted with risers as standard? (the uk models all had lip on style bars so the cables, brake lines were shorter to suit) i have acquired a US market GS top yoke cover with risers.. and am fitting braced renthal type bars.
Wakey!
Did you manage to fit the replacement shock yet? I really wanna know what thats gonna look like! :)
Quick update, I have yet to fit the shock.
I have ordered new carbon ceramic brembo pads front/rear
I one way neo chromed the front/ rear lights
And added a cut off line to the lights for the hid conversion
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New gsxr1000 pegs
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I also retrofitted a tb racing air filter to the stock surround
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Nice job ! Is the air filter a universal fit or meant for the GS? How does it run with the new filter?
After living with the neo chrome and eyelids I decided to go another route.
I removed all of the above, polished the lenses and ordered some hid's
I also made a triumph speed triple windscreen copy and wrapped it
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Alright after trying to fit the gsxr rear shock and realising it would be too harsh for the street I have ordered and fitted a sv650 rear
The height difference at the back is noticeable and the seating position does feel more aggressive
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The air filter being glued foam - I'd be worried about it coming loose from the face plate.
I have been looking into using somehting like carb cleaner on the original filter glue and getting it separated out nearly intact without damaging the filter. Then I'd put a sheet of foam in it cut to size. That way the original mesh will hold in the foam. When foam gets dirty you can pull it out with your hand through the opening and yea gonna be a bit tricky, not easy as putting it in - and you can wash it and put it back in.
But well, the stock paper filter washed out in gas and blown out with air compressor makes for a very clean filter.
Cool.
buddha.
What do you think about the SV650 shock? I think it looks mint! but is it a bad impact on your handling?
With the higher back end the turn in feels a little more positive.
But after 15 mins of riding it felt natural again, defiantly not a detriment at all.
feed back, comfort and handling have all greatly improved after installation
Man the bike looks amazing really love the paint and gauges, where did u get that gear indicator from would love to do something like that on mine
Bike looks great! :thumb:
What material did you use to make the windscreen? and also where'd you get that gauge cluster?
The windscreen was made from a sheet of polycarbonate heat bent into shape.
The gauge is a koso copy from eBay.
I recently added a 6000k hid conversion with custom cutoffs,
New chrome tank badges
And a race style filler cap :)
took her out for a spirited run this morning
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Awesome pics!!! (and weather ;) )
was the gauge cluster hard to install/wire at all? also, does it have a gear indicator or anything like that?
It doesn't have a gear indicator in the dial but they are cheap enough on eBay.
The wiring wasn't difficult just attach the ignition sensor to the cool etc.
the 1st photo makes for an awsome wallpaper, i can tell you :D
Sooo loving the 14t front sprocket :)
It has a lot more acceleration, definetly by the butt dyno.
The front end will come up if asked and the 10-15kph lost at top end doesn't worry me.
It's so much more responsive, I do recommend
Quote from: wakey86 on October 09, 2014, 01:46:43 AM
Sooo loving the 14t front sprocket :)
It has a lot more acceleration, definetly by the butt dyno.
The front end will come up if asked and the 10-15kph lost at top end doesn't worry me.
It's so much more responsive, I do recommend
14t front? Stock rear?
Still on the stock chain with stock length or did you have to take links out?
New did chain but stock length yeah, and stock rear
Big changes coming soon :)
Quick update, got bored of the black/purple tank
So I re sprayed it with a tweaked Maserati red, it's a 3 layer pearl with a silver candy base
Beautiful blood red in the shade with a bright candy in the sun.
I also added dna holographic glitter to the mix before flow coating with aviation clear coat
Pics soon
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Definitely jealous of your painting ability. It would be awesome if you could give us some pointers, or help on some affordable spraying equipment setup.