Quote from: tt_four on November 14, 2010, 04:15:34 PM
it's definitely a lifetime goal to pick up an early 90s gsxr750. I'm thinking 91'.

'94/'95 are the best, they got tons of goodies the previous ones didn't. Braced swingarm, wide mouthed carbs, 180 tire, almost 20 pounds lighter, magnesium engine covers, the best color shemes, blah blah bla bla bla. '94 is the only one with blue anodized forks, and also the tank is solid blue only in '94. Other years have white stripes across the rear.

'93

'94

'95

What's that canister above the exhaust?

Quote from: ragecage23 on November 15, 2010, 12:12:39 AM
What's that canister above the exhaust?

I would say it would have something to do with the rear shock adjustment

Yes, it is to adjust the rear shock. I moved mine, put it up inside the fender clamped to the subframe. It's nice to be able to adjust it with the twist of a knob, I remember it was a pain on the GS.

oh yeah it is. I wish they had made it easier on us.

yeah 91-93 had something bad going on with the weight, haha. It was only 425lbs in 1990(which I think is actually my preferred model, got that confused with 1991 earlier). After that they jumped up to 458lbs until the 94 went back down to 436. The braced swingarm is definitely a bonus though  I wouldn't notice so much if I was leaving the bike as is, but if you're gonna pull off all the plastic I think it'll definitely stand out a bit. Wish they sold gsxr400s in this country. I'd probably have one of those in my basement right now instead of the GS and I could just make myself a mini 350lb 60hp city-sized street fighter from what I would already have.

Today-- I pulled out the air filter and cleaned it. Tomorrow i'm gonna put it back in place--and maybe i'll replace the oil and oil filter too... I've started my research for engine guards...

Sotomoto: Enjoy your research. I found it fun, while time consuming, which is how I ended up with what I think are all of the available ones (4 types) in my storage sitting beside all the the different types of luggage racks. (I just had to see how they all worked.)
You'll learn that there are engine sliders, not the same as engine bars.
Just to save you time, I'll let you know you can't have engine bars and a belly pan or fairing without cutting into the pan or fairing. You can have engine sliders and a belly pan. With a fairing, you have to cut a hole in it for sliders. (You don't have your location or type of bike in your profile, so that's about as far as I can go with help.)
Have fun! That's what the internet is for.
I don't have time to get them out and post pictures, but you'll find them and learn a few German and French words plus the British terms during your search.

For a 750 I would suspect a 89 or a 90 is regarded as the best. The air cooled series is generally considered better and there was 1-2 years where they were air cooled and had upside down forks.
1100's 89 and 90 ... 1127 motor, air oil cooled, and threaded adjusters.
Cool.
Buddha.

Quote from: redhenracing2 on November 14, 2010, 11:08:11 PM

Quote from: tt_four on November 14, 2010, 04:15:34 PM
it's definitely a lifetime goal to pick up an early 90s gsxr750. I'm thinking 91'.

'94/'95 are the best, they got tons of goodies the previous ones didn't. Braced swingarm, wide mouthed carbs, 180 tire, almost 20 pounds lighter, magnesium engine covers, the best color shemes, blah blah bla bla bla. '94 is the only one with blue anodized forks, and also the tank is solid blue only in '94. Other years have white stripes across the rear.

'93

'94

'95

Thank adidasguy for your infos!!!

So, i have the 06' naked model and i live in Europe. I have heard that engine guards work better than frame sliders--i don't know, i have no experience, but i like better engine guards on bikes---maybe it is their vintage style, they seem to be more solide....
As you have said, there are many german,uk and french aftermarket parts for gs.

I'm interested on these or something like these: http://www.biker-discount.co.uk/suzuki-gs-500e-fehling-crashbars-chrome-523-p.asp         -----i think they will work.

It is difficult to find the original suzuki guards or similar to them(two bolts on)

Quote from: tt_four on November 15, 2010, 11:28:25 AM
Wish they sold gsxr400s in this country. I'd probably have one of those in my basement right now instead of the GS and I could just make myself a mini 350lb 60hp city-sized street fighter from what I would already have.

I would kill for a gixxer 250 or 400. Both are very awesome. Anybody know what it takes to import a foreign bike? I know with cars it is basically impossible these days.

New bar end mirrors. - The stock one gave a great view of my shoulders- These are great and only $22 bucks delivered in Aus for those interested.
Fresh coat of high temp exhaust paint
And a new wind shield. The sweet sound of silence at 110kph is oh so relaxing and perfect for a month long road trip this feb.

I have one of those mirrors, they work great for as cheap as they are on ebay. Does that flyscreen work that well? That's great if it does, I like naked bikes but lately I'm getting a little tired of the wind at highway speeds. I actually just avoid the now because anything over 60 is just barely worth it anymore.

works great mate.
Sends the wind to the top of my helmet. Tuck down a little and its quiet as a mouse. 
I love naked too but its just on there for a months camping over the summer here in aus.

Yeah I missed getting that pick on mine. I'm aiming for the 44,444,4 one next.

Quote from: mister on November 13, 2010, 11:09:13 PM
Reached all threes 

Had to pull up on the side of the highway to get the shot. 



No leaks. No oil consumption. All good.

Michael

the second generation sv650 intake manifold boots happen to bolt right up to the GS motor... Going to save me a bit of machining.




Much better with the new throttle body

Junior got a new monogrammed stainless steel chain guard. The Airbrush rear hugger got re-installed after being given a reflective black paint (a little more sparkly than the stock Suzuki Pearl Novelty Black color code 33J.)
He also got machined aluminum passenger pegs to go with the Gimbel rear set. My dealer found that aluminum pegs for the GS500 were in his catalog and in stock. No need to do special things to get aluminum pegs - they're a stock item by a German company. Same pegs work for driver, too.


Also got neodinium magnets to trip traffic signals. Note what looks like a cylinder at the end of the center stand. One on each side. Works very well! However - keep credit cards a foot away from these buggers or they'll get erased. If I drop a screw, I generally know where it will be found. If these magnets snapped together with your had between them - go to the emergency room. You just crushed a bone. Like I said - these buggers are strong - so strong you don't need screws to hold them to the bike. They're almost impossible to remove! If you've played with the tiny ones in kids toys, imagine these: 1 inch diameter and an inch and a half long. Useful to magnetize screw drivers, too.

Last week he got:
brand new fuel tank and gas keyless gas cap
polished tail with a new clear coating
V&H exhaust
R&G exhaust guards, bar ends, crash sliders, and toe guard
full tune up
new fuel hoses (wish I remembered the brand as these don't kink when bent)
new tires, bearings, brakes
replaced white rims with factory gun metal gray rims
Buddha's aluminum fork brace and stator cover
German smoked turn signal lenses and back to factory original size and style turn signals
German smoked LED tail light which includes license plate illumination (therefore not Clear Alternatives brand)
Original tail fender (the chopped off one went in trash along with crappy tiny turn signals that were removed)
and assorted other things.

Showing original un-cut tail fender put back on, smoke turn signals and smoke LED tail light (DOT approved, too!), Gimbel solo seat, R&G muffler guard, crash sliders, Buddha's stator cover, European clip-on factory handle bars, R&G bar ends, etc. Photo taken before passenger pegs replaced.


He started right up when Seattle hit 16 degrees!

Adidas your bike looks fantastic! The other bonus to putting those magnets on the centerstand, is if you'd ever pull up to a redlight with a really weak sensor that still wasn't picking up the magnets, you could just put your heel on the centerstand footpeg and press it down to the ground and the magnets would literally be an inch from the ground.

hey adidasguy,

Which brand of those magnets did you buy?  If it's working for you, I might as well buy as set to put on mine since I run into those cursed intersections frequently

Pick sizes you prefer and can afford. These are ones I've used:

Stick anywhere that doesn't get hot (like bottom of frame or top bar of center stand)
http://www.kjmagnetics.com/proddetail.asp?prod=BY0X08BR-N52

stack 3 of these together and stick to end of center stand on each side:
http://www.kjmagnetics.com/proddetail.asp?prod=DX08BR-N52

Can stick anywhere. Or use mounting holes to mount to bottom inside of fairing or belly pan so it is not in contact with any metal.
http://www.kjmagnetics.com/products.asp?cat=183

Use on bicycles, too.

Strong magnets are dangerous. You can pinch yourself or even snap a bone if 2  or more of these come together with YOU between them.
Keep away from credit cards and hard drives or anything you don't want demagnetized or magnetized.
Read the cautionary information on their web site.

PS: Read their FAQ regarding magnets and traffic sensors.