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n00b Project GSXR 750


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Hey folks. bit of a newbie here. Based in New Zealand. Have just started a project that I will hopefully be using this forum to get info for. 

I received an 86 GSXR 750 recently as a project bike from a good friend. Needs a fair amount of TLC to get it looking nice, but at least it runs. Here's a quick rundown. No bodywork other than the tank. It's been over-bored and is running high-comp pistons. Currently I am disassembling it, as I'm going to rebuild it from the frame up, replacing things that are needed as I go. Even though it runs, the engine will need to be opened as my friend says we can't trust the tolerances on the last rebuild. 

There will be other decisions to make. Like do I switch to the 17 inch wheels from the 18's, what bodywork do I want to try and source, etc. It's a long term project, so no rush, and it's my first bike rebuild. 

A couple pics:

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Good luck with the build still got 18" in mine using Avon road riders grip is good enough on road/track but 17" slingshot wheels have less flex and better tyre options at least in the UK presume the same applies in NZ

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Where are you in NZ? I've just finished getting my 85 legal. If you're in Whangarei any time, let me know, I may be able to assist you with some things

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2 hours ago, HDTboy said:

Where are you in NZ? I've just finished getting my 85 legal. If you're in Whangarei any time, let me know, I may be able to assist you with some things

Cheers. I'm central Auckland. May pick your brain at some point if that's cool. 

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16 hours ago, darkness said:

Even though it runs, the engine will need to be opened as my friend says we can't trust the tolerances on the last rebuild. 

Your friend is right. 

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