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Gpz550 Single sided swingarm swap

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15 Oct 2020 17:24 #836936 by Boanz10
Gpz550 Single sided swingarm swap was created by Boanz10
Hello all I'm a newbie here still I have been searching for info on a gpz550 sssa swap and only see it done on the bigger bikes I'm ordering the arm this weekend but was hoping to get some info first I know it will fit only thing I'm concerned with is if the chain will clear the tire I can get the offset sprocket and a narrower tire if needed any info is appreciated ty in advance I have already done the USD fork swap just waiting on collar and bearings to complete it
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16 Oct 2020 06:59 #836971 by slayer61
Replied by slayer61 on topic Gpz550 Single sided swingarm swap
Good luck to you Sir. No answers here, but I'm watching JIC.

Be safe.

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16 Oct 2020 07:32 - 16 Oct 2020 07:36 #836976 by TexasKZ
Replied by TexasKZ on topic Gpz550 Single sided swingarm swap
I do not see any questions, and it looks like you have all the answers already. Without more information or some actual questions, members here will not be able to offer much more than generalities.
If the front sprocket has the proper offset for the new rear wheel and sprocket, and if the rear tire is the proper size for the donor bike, then the chain will not hit the tire. The chain may, however, hit the frame or the sprocket cover.
You say that you know the swingarm will fit. How do you know this? Does that include knowing how the shock linkage and mounts are going to be modified? Pivot bolt diameter? Will the new rear wheel still be centered with the frame? Is the new swingarm significantly shorter or longer that the Kawasaki one? Will the new rear suspension be able to fully compress without hitting the frame?
Will the new rear brake work with the 550 rear master cylinder, or will a custom mount be needed to install the new master and foot pedal?
There are many things to consider, but your post does not indicate whether or not they all have been.

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17 Oct 2020 08:44 - 17 Oct 2020 09:05 #837067 by Boanz10
Replied by Boanz10 on topic Gpz550 Single sided swingarm swap
1st off sry all for the vague post and lack of communication skills let me start over I have a 84 gpz550 I would like to put a vfr750 SSSA on i am planning to use a 92 or 93 model i am trying to get a complete assembly with wheel and brakes from what I found on the site that is the easier route I have searched and only see it's been done on the bigger cc kz bikes will this be similar to my bike only thing I found is the pivot width of vfr arm is close to mine ty texaskz for the heads up on some of the things to consider has anyone done this on a 550 can anyone tell me the pivot bolt diameter or the offset of the wheel or if it is fairly centered to the swingarm I would like to do the swap not just for the look but also to upgrade the suspension and brakes I am open to taking other routes any suggestions welcome I just want it done correctly and the outcome to look good while getting the upgrade ty all for any help I hope this is a better post
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