Testarossa's 78 KZ1000 Fighter Build

if u haven’t already, u should put the output shaft in the cases, and mount the cases. this will give u a chance to see how the 2 sprockets are lining up. u may have to do some clearancing on the frame for the chain. the chain may rub on the inner part of the lower footpeg mount. also depending on the offset u run, u may need side clearance. with a 1/2" offset, u will clear the frame, but 5/8" will require some work.
Your swingarm may even have an offest that is not noticeable. Its worth checking.:side:

Mark,
Good points on checking the clearance. I'm very close to doing this. What size chain are you running? I was thinking of using a 530. I need to get a chain and sproket set. As far as the fuel capacity i'm not sure on the exact size but it definantly has more volume.

i currently have a 5/8" offset 630.
it has worn out, so i am switching to a 530.
the 530 gians u a wee bit more clearance, even though they are suposed to be the same width as a 630.
if u need to go 5/8" i can help guide u through the snag points.:side:

Thought that I should post some progress pics. I started working on the frame braces today.



Here you can see the top tube braces and the tank mount that I added.







Here's one the lower braces in progress. I plan on adding a cap piece, and putting in a cross hole with a one inch tube like the Sanctuary frame.

A few more pics of today's progress.



Here's that lower brace again. Top cap and through hole tacked in as promised.



More top tube braces like the Sanctuary frame.



Starting to look like something.



I really like these pictures that are somewhat backlit. It minimizes the fact that every panel is a different color.

Excellent progress! I'm jealous that you're soooo much further along than I am, but you are making great headway and the quality of your workmanship looks good. I have two questions for you though. (1) What is the "sanctuary frame" you are refering to? (2) What is the width of the rear wheel your using and do you have any idea how much CS sprocket offset you are going to need? I guess thats 3 questions, but I will be facing the same problems you're tackling so I'm anxious to see your resolutions
Adam

Adam,
Thanks for the compliments. As for your questions:1)pm me with your email addy and I'll drop some serious frame brace info on you. Mark1122 was kind enough to forward all of this to me and I'll do the same for you. The Sanctuary frame is from Japanese company who builds KZ racebikes. The text is all Japanese but the pictures will show you all you need to know. 2)My rear wheel is stock '95 GSXR 750. 5.5" wide for 180/55/zr17. 3) I'm not real sure exactly what offset I'll need but I'm told it should be either 1/2" or 5/8" You'll know when I do, what the final number is.

Fantastic!!:woohoo:
Your work looks as nice as Santuary. Well done.

Awesome man, thanks. I look foward to gleaning juicy frame bracing info for the KZ. There should be a drooling emoticon, shouldn't there?

hOW ABOUT THIS.:woohoo:

Got a couple of new gussets fitted on the neck today. Also, got a new toy.





This tube needs to be shortened so that it will slide up some. BTW it isn't welded yet.



Check out my new welding hood that I scored today.



Tractor supply had it on sale for $79.99. Auto darkening, adjustable shade from 9-13, solar powered, and cool flames. If you haven't got an auto darkening hood, get one. It already improved my welds. No guessing where you are at when you strike the arc, and no adjustment time after you can finally see. Remember that the average person takes a whole second to react, and alot of stuff can go wrong in that second.

Nice helmet. looks like a good paint theme for the bike. Pretty WILD.:woohoo: