Another modern swap

So I have two gsxr,s one is a 93 and one 94 both 1100.
Are this a good candidates for a front a rear swap into my 77 KZ 1000A?
Thx

Yep.

Take a look at my z900 'Stripfighter thread in my sig. I used a '95 Gsxr750 front and the rear swingarm from a '92 Gsxr1100 which uses the same suspension linkage setup. Also search for Testarossa build as well as numerous others on here.

Later, Doug

I saw a list in here somewhere that had a lot of swingarm measurements a few days ago. I'm sorry I can't be more specific than that, but the information (for swing arms, at least) is on here.

Cool .... I'll be picking up the bike these weekend.
First timer on dhe swap but I have work on motorcycles all my life.
Will need more info as to the works on the transplant of parts.
Thanks

So pick up the bike 93 gsxr1100 rolling chassis.
Trying to post pics....do I need to load pic to photo bucket then load to site?
Would like to get started.... For the trees what do I need to do? Read about stem change and bearing swap from all balls bearing.
For the rear arm what would I need to do.
Thx for all the help

congrats on finding a good swap candidate. I think the older gsxr were some of the longest usd forks you could get.try and locate a member by the name black banshee. pretty sure he may be able to help you with a stem swap?as far as the swing arm first measure the frame width at your swingarm pivot bolt.with axle and wheel set into place try and locate swing arm at tire center line. you will either need to remove material from swing arm and or have some bushings made. also will need bushings made to fit over your stock pivot bolt.that bolt will need to fit swing arm.from there there are options for rear shock mount.for easiest conversion I would suggest using as much of the gsxr components together.wheels, axles ,brakes, master cyliders, rear sets,etc..good luck. and take your time.pretty much anything is possible. just look around this site. there are some pretty nice examples.

sounds like you have some good parts for the conversion.

keep us posted,

leon

spdygon wrote: So pick up the bike 93 gsxr1100 rolling chassis.
Trying to post pics....do I need to load pic to photo bucket then load to site?
Would like to get started.... For the trees what do I need to do? Read about stem change and bearing swap from all balls bearing.
For the rear arm what would I need to do.
Thx for all the help

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ok on how to insert a pic......thx
So started on taking apart the donor bike and ran into a locknut on the chain side of the swingarm.
I was ablout to remove the main nut and the bolt but the locknut on the left seems like I need a special socket to remove it.
Any Idea.......tried a flat screw driver and tap it but did not turn.
Donor is a 93 gsxr.

Spdygon, try to take an old socket the size of the nut, then grind away material not needed to engage the nut. Mine donor was a "90, yours might be different but it worked for me. Have you done anything with the forks?? I know you asked about ALL BALLS bearing swap.
Just wondered if it worked for you!

Just finish parting the gsxr and started on parting the kz.
As for the forks that was my plan to use the bearing conversion but the lower bearing on the gsxr is rust weld to the stem.
Will try to cut...if not I will have to swap them.
Think I should move this over to the PROJECT FORUM?

Doug......just view your post on the kx900. I did not see what it take to install the swingarm. Was it a direct fit...did you have to shave one side to line up the spockets or wheel. my is a 93 I think it was the first year there were watercooled so maybe motor was different then the 92 aircooled.
Thx for your help