Solcambs

So it's either an SD an ES? 1983-1984. Could have a welded crank. OK ... works for me. Also fits with the seller's claim it was an 1984 motor from a Kat.

U702 apparently just tells me it's a 1000-1099cc 4 stroke, and the second variation? http://www.suzukicycles.org/_misc/identification.shtml

I did have a look at that and didn't really help :o(

U702

Any clues on how to tell one GSX1100 lump from another. Any obvious clues? I am pretty convinced mine is a "bits part special" - but would like to identify what was the original source bike to the motor for future spares reference.

What @Gammaboy said. For the record I did it in the past with the RG570 project I previously had -I was working out F/R distribution, but the weight was only 1/2 kg out when I got it to a weight bridge some months later.

Now there's something to do ... bike is pretty much no oil and fuel at the mo. Get scales and weigh front, then back. I guess within a few pounds the two added together will give the bike weight. I can then get an idea for F/R ratio also. That may come in useful if I need it for spring calculations later.

Thanks all .... I've got this ... I know I need to rebuild the TL forks anyhow so we'll stick some heavier springs in (.78kg at the mo- which is soft for the TL never mind the Kat) - probably go .95 or 1 kg? Looking at the stand elf the bike now it could definitely do with being lifted a bit front and rear. I'm thinking heavier springs and preload will sort front sag ou and lift the front a tad. The rear will just have to wait. No idea what the Ohlins are from ... but now I have the stock measurements I can see how much difference they are.

So - anyone add some pearls of wisdom on what would be a good set of measurements for a Katana 1100 (750 import frame) - I've ohlin shocks on a bandit swingarm, TL1000S front forks, 17 inch wheels obviously. I'm looking for some ballpark measurements that would give a good stable starting point. I'll assume you have a bike with a similar set up and that you've got it handling just so! Shock length, position of swingarm shock attachment, rake, trail, sag front and rear, front fork spring weight, oil weight etc etc? Have no reference points to know how far off I am. I will do the obvious and assume I will be in the ball park, but hoping to short circuit the guessing game when the bike is up and running. Any help appreciated.

While much of this is completely lost on me, you have to admire that tank and embossed Kanji on the tank. http://www.bikeexif.com/suzuki-gsx-r-750

Anyone point me towards a company that would be happy to insure a Kat with 17inch wheels and frame mods, and USD forks when they ask the inevitable "has it been modified in anyway?"

Ended up able to order new old stock ... part num 4190-49000-019

More photos please ... that is looking really rather nice.

Shall be watching this with interest.

Damn it I am already aiming to be at Caldwell the Thursday and Friday after this date. Assuming the Kat is running I may saunter up for a ride out for the day either Saturday or Sunday.

Yup saw that .... it's in the watch list as a back up ... can't bring myself to hit BIN with such a poor picture!

Figured I'd need to make custom mounts from the bottom rail. Still need to source one for the rear of the engine - good to hear that's the same across models. Just need to find a part number now and see if I can order one.

Can anyone point me at a source of engine mounting plates. I need the rear mounting plate that goes on the LHS for a Katana ...it's the triangular one that sits on the outside of the long spacer and attaches with two bolts to the frame. Pretty sure most GSX frames will have the same fitment at the rear - but just in case it's an import GSX 750 with the 1100 motor .. though pretty sure they are all the same. I also need a pair of bottom mounting plates, however I reckon those are pretty easy to make up.