79 KZ 1000 LTD swingarm

I want to know which swingarm i can use on my kz 1000 ltd. That I don't have to do to much mofication..I want to put a sportbike tire on it...Also do i have to change the stock front forks. If i change the stock swingarm...

Post edited by: smoothnf, at: 2006/01/12 00:31

gs1100 suzuki swingarm is a fairly simple swap on a kz900-1000,theres no reason to change the forks unless you reall want to!goodluck,happy wrenching!

Do i still use the stock rim....

you can use the stock hub but youll need to make some spacers,you can put whatever kind of rim wait a sec that probably has mags dont it?i prefer wire wheels myself but you can use a mag if thats what you have!you should be able to run a 140 tire without chain clearance problems depending on how wide your rim is!goodluck,happy wrenching!

GS swingarm good mod. I'm not a fan of the LTD's with the 16"back wheel. Try get hold of an 18"er. Sportier rubber available in 18" I think. 16" back wheel holds more weight for touring. That is why touring rigs use 15" wheels on rear.

you can lengthen your stock arm, i have a stock arm i lengthen just 4inches i'am able to use a 150 tire.