2005 GS500F | Scrambler Project

[Joester41]

That skid plate bolt into existing holes or did you have to drill and tap new ones?

It bolts into the existing frame rivnuts on the "F" model. Older models would require drilling and installation of rivnuts.

[Joester41]

How do the tires perform on the street? or ave 60mph? Dual sport tires im assuming??

Continental TKC 80s, they come stock on some KTM/Husky/BMW enduro/adventure bikes.

They perform much better than expected. Starting off (below 5 mph) is the only time you notice the knobbies. Once you are moving they feel just like any other street tire. Had it up to about 80mph highway, felt fine. They seem to grab decent in turns, haven't drug knee or anything though. They will probably wear quick, some other guys report getting about 3K miles out of them. haven't had them offroad yet (excluding a few bad alleyways in town), but they look nice. 

I love this bike more everytime I ride it.

[emanuel_v19]

Awesome! great to hear! where exactly did you buy them? size?

[Joester41]

I like where this is going. What size tires are those?

120/70-17 front, 130/80-17 rear, continental TKC80s

Bought them off of revzilla I believe...

[iamhiding]

credit where its due, that is stunning. theres things i'd change but your attention to detail is flawless!

[FoundryDesignWorks]

Unbelievable detail. Easily the best GS Scrambler I have seen. I just picked my GS500f up yesterday. Going to take it a very similar direction. Would love the CAD files if you don't mind sharing. I plan on sharing the project and can't wait to complete it.

[Ps3udo]

No words to describe it.

Great Job over there. One of the more good looking scramblers i've ever seen.

You're high skilled man!

[Torstein]

dang, so so so so sick. i think this is my most favorite GS i've ever seen. really love it. it looks so well done. nice work.

[Lbx!]

Your work is incredibly clean. I am blown away by how good it looks. On a slight tangent...do you have those fairings still? I might know a guy who is interested in them 

[qcbaker]

That bike looks amazing! I am blown away by your workmanship. How does it ride?

Also, I wish I had seen this thread a few days ago, as I have that same color GS500F and was in need of new fairings. I already bought a new set, but if I could've bought yours, I wouldnt need to order a new set of decals... Ugh lol

However, I am still in need of the front cowling. I've sent you a PM regarding it, just in case you still have it.

[mattoos]

Amazing build dude! can I get a copy of those cad files too?

[Joester41]

Hey, anybody who wants cad files I uploaded them to grabCAD

you can download them here...

https://grabcad.com/joester41-1

[bazcarnegs]

Finished project looks awesome!!

[WnRn]

She's Done!

Very well done. 

[qcbaker]

Looks like this build is up for sale: https://lancaster.craigslist.org/mcy/d/suzuki-gs-scrambler/6230109759.html

[Big Rich]

Throw a fork brace on it, and I'd ride it all day.

Good luck with the sale Joe!

[The Buddha]

Throw a fork brace on it, and I'd ride it all day.

Good luck with the sale Joe!

Oh yea ... why did he remove it
Cool.
Buddha.

[The Buddha]

Yikes 5 large WTF, you could buy a DR-Z400/DR650 for 1/2 that easy
Cool.
Buddha.

[89gS500_Kirk]

DAMN nice build....