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Just to confirm, it’s also the short 750 swing arm only fitted on the 750F first model (the G model onwards had a slightly increased wheelbase with a longer swing arm). Also if I remember correctly, it’s had the rear wheel adjusters bored slightly larger to accept the G model onwards rear wheel spindle
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21 hours ago, fatblokeonbandit said:
Not sure how but the motor is 5 mm off to the Port side!??
better take all the spacers out and see what ive done wrong
There’s a good chance it was like that when I had it Gary, all the mounts had been made by the previous owner and I never removed the engine or properly checked alignment. I’m sure you’ll sort her out, it’s coming along really nicely
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FCUK
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16 hours ago, R1guy said:Was watching a Caldwell trackday video and saw this- pretty recognisable bike
Nice one guy
have you got a link to it please mate
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On 3/1/2021 at 7:25 PM, eddiegsx said:Proper weapon that JB. I see you're from North Wales, hopefully see you out and about when we are released onto the roads
Cheers Eddie....yes hope to see you at some point, I'll be using the bike for a bit of commuting too, now it's more comfortable
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Finally found 5 minutes spare and a little bit of sunshine to take the Martin for it's mot. Got an advisory for the chain being a bit slack
but passed nicely with it's new indicators and the comfortable seat is great lol
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A big thank you to @Katanawho very kindly did me a deal for his eagle exhaust which fits the Martin almost like it was made for it
I've also started making a proper seat as I'm hoping to use the bike more regularly on the road this year.....I haven't got any decent cover materials at the moment so I've just used an old seat cover to get an idea of how the shape will look, I used the foam from a zxr750 front seat.
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1 hour ago, Dezza said:What gear shift arm is that, the bit that fits on the splined shaft?
Dunno dez, it was on the bike when I got it.....possibly aftermarket? the slot in it looks quite similar to the ones in the gear lever.....
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thought i'd share this short video I made for a virtual bike show, hope you like it
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Les Hill from Warrington is very good too Dan, mobile motorcycle mechanic.
12 hours ago, caferacerdan said:Couldn't get it to run right with the vm33s so bought some brand new RS36s...now runs on on all 4...however it smokes badly...anyone recommend an engine guru in the North West?
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put me down too if poss @Paulm
choice of peds, could bring two i think with a squeeze......Martin, EZ or nearly complete GS1000.
will everyone be stopping at the premier inn across the road?
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22 hours ago, wrx03ppp said:
Finally measured the shocks...
355mm free length
335mm with 12.5 stone rider
Measured between centres of mounting points
cool, thanks for that +20mm over standard free length
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On 7/10/2019 at 8:40 AM, wrx03ppp said:
It could have been Davida of helmet fame? They are in Birkenhead and used to produce things other than helmets but I didn't know that the made fork braces. I just bought a Tarozzi for me ET-EX.
Regarding the arse up - head down position, Maxton measured up the bike and determined that the steering head angle is so lazy on the standard bike that ideally they would raise the rear by 75mm to get it even close to what is used on more modern bikes without cutting and welding. I forget the figure they work to. Obviously that's not going to work, so we agreed a compromise to steepen it as much as practical without losing too much ground clearance. The objective being to improve the turn-in and also minimise the high speed instability which may be related to lack of weight on the raked-out front end. With their suspension set-up it won't be difficult to drop the rear or raise the front should it proves desirable.
The only problem is that the rear shock mounts to suit the Metmachex swing arm aren't back from the anodisers so it will be another week before I get the bike back.
On the "plus-side" the Eblag 18" wheels arrived yesterday and look great but I think that will be a job for the winter.
what was the free length of the rear shocks that you finished with please?
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5 hours ago, wraith said:
Had a set of the S3 cam in my old gs1000 great cams
Those are the type I have too...don't suppose you can remember what spec engine and carbs you had them with?
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So it turns out i only did a 'man' look.......further searching and here is the info below, might be useful to others.......
NOTE: June 7, 2002: The specifications listed below are shown for reference only. Suzuki
camshafts are no longer manufactured by Andrews Products and we have no
existing inventory.
ANDREWS PRODUCTS, INC. (Dec. 1982)
SUZUKI 2 VALVE CAM SPECIFICATIONS
AT TDC (overlap) 7S, 1S, 2S cams should have adequate piston-valve clearance with STOCK pistons.
Valve clearance should always be checked when using high compression pistons. Piston/valve clearance
(at TDC) should be .030 (.75mm) as MINIMUM settings. Stock valve springs are recommended for
7S, IS or 2S cams. High lift springs should be run with all other cams.
GRIND - LIFT - DURATION - TIMING - CL ANGLE - LASH
Stock in .325 236 deg. 08/48 110 (listed for
ex .304 232 deg. 46/06 110 comparison)
7S in .346 260 deg. 22/58 108 .004/.006
ex .346 260 deg. 58/22 108 .004/.006
1S in .370 260 deg 22/58 108 .004/006
ex .370 260 deg. 58/22 108 .004/.006
2S in .390 274 deg. 29/65 108 .004/.006
ex .390 274 deg. 65/29 108 .004/.006
3S in .424 280 deg. 27/59 110 .004/.006
ex .424 280 deg. 59/27 110 .004/.006
4S in .455 274 deg. 37/65 110 .004/.006
ex .455 274 deg. 65/37 110 .004/.006
5S in .490 270 deg. 25/65 110 .004/.006
ex .490 270 deg. 65/25 110 .004/.006
Timing and duration both measured at .030 checking height off base circle
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Does anyone have a spec sheet for Andrews cams made for the GS1000 please?
Searched everywhere but struggling for info on them
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very interesting Yann, and yes, I would love to come to France for some training one day
if you need any photos of my engine installation for reference just let me know, look forward to seeing your roller
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Thought I would try a GPS speedo from Hong Kong....it is not a perfect fit but close enough for me and works a treat....
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On 7/5/2019 at 10:13 AM, yann7/11r said:Very interested on how you feel on track with mods you done.
Balance, stability,clearance...? Please.
Hi Yann......it feels like the upgrades are going in the right direction.
I had some advice from Yoshi Jonny and Rob Bean - dropped the forks through the yokes by 10mm which has helped to give better feel and use from the front tyre.
Balance, stability and clearance are all good, I just need to back off the rear shock pre-load as it is a little too hard at present.
The main limiting factor is my ability on the bike, I need a better rider to try it now and push the bike further.....all applicants welcome
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Cadwell Park Classic Suzuki track day, me trying to hold on to a far more capable machine lol
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This is the one I have fitted, it has a 10mm hole in the end of it...
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