What front end did you use?

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19 Feb 2012 10:49 - 07 Mar 2012 17:04 #505019 by mark1122
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Thanks man. :)

its a zrx12 arm. i dont think there is any dimensional dif between the zrx1100 and 1200 but i'm not realy sure.

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20 Feb 2012 00:35 #505184 by 893cv
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Steve,

Thats alot of work to end-up with damper rod forks. I am sure the er parts will work better then the stock 650 parts, but cartrage forks are lightyears ahead of damper rod units!

750steve wrote: I'm hoping to get an ER6 front end on the 650, i think you guys call it a 650 ninja? It's being given to me free by a friend & its brand new off a 2012 bike. Forks, top & bottom yoke, calipers, bar mounts, bars........everything.


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20 Feb 2012 13:40 #505240 by porchev914
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I'm using a '06 GSXR1000 front end on my bike, the twist being I purchased custom triple's from another member here that alows closer to stock ride hight and factory fork offset for OEM turning radius. The stem is custom and uses the factory bearings for a direct swap. Definitely NOT the least expensive route, but it was one of the few splurges I allowed myself for this build. B)







Custom triple trees compliments of irishwill :woohoo:

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20 Feb 2012 15:02 #505248 by ultimate fighter
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2002 gsxr1000. Stem bearings are the exact same as the kz650
some milling on the bottom of the top triple and boom. Bolt on. Offset is bad, custom triples in the mix.

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20 Feb 2012 19:07 #505303 by 750steve
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ultimate fighter wrote: 2002 gsxr1000. Stem bearings are the exact same as the kz650
some milling on the bottom of the top triple and boom. Bolt on. Offset is bad, custom triples in the mix.

cbr929 clip ons
cbr900rr front wheel with 150/80/16 tire
cbr900rr rotors
zx7 rotors with custom spacers
ktm exc headlight without shroud
garmin gps use for nav. and speedo


WOW!! Really?? Thank you so much for that info!!

893cv wrote: Steve,

Thats alot of work to end-up with damper rod forks. I am sure the er parts will work better then the stock 650 parts, but cartrage forks are lightyears ahead of damper rod units!

I know, i've been thinking that, but, im getting Bars, bar mounts, top & bottom yoke (triple trees to you guys), forks AND Calipers completely free, the bike hasn't turned a wheel!!
I'm not looking mega handling out of the 650, just some good looks. I have a 2007 ZX6R race bike if i want to get some kicks.

07 ZX6R Race Bike
1977 Z750 B2 Twin
1976 Z650 B1

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21 Feb 2012 01:28 #505407 by 893cv
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I just took a look at the forks, brakes and wheels on the new ER6 and they are nice. Are you going to try for a ER6/Ninja 650 rear wheel? That would look good on an older twin! I have a pair of 76-80 KZ750 twin engines so I'm always looking for a complete bike and ideas.

Good luck with your project, please post photos as you work.

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21 Feb 2012 11:23 - 21 Feb 2012 11:31 #505456 by 750steve
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I was going to try to fit the ER6 Swingarm as well & weld lugs on for shock mounts, it was going to have to go in upside down as well because of the way the ER6 shock mounts on but then the chain fouls where a brace support is . I think i'll try a ZRX swingarm, i've been told 1 is an easier modded fit than the other but i don't know if its the 1100 or 1200.

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25 Feb 2012 02:09 #506210 by testarossa
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I just realized that I never posted in this thread. I used a 1995 GSXR750 fork. It sits at 28 1/2" laden from the centerline of the axle to the top of the fork tube with a full tank of gas. I have changed the springs and oil to the correct rate considering the load and intended use for the bike.

All together, I calculate that I have lost 3" of ride height due to the shorter forks and smaller diameter tire. The bike is set up for spirited riding, but not ridiculously fast. I tend to ride like I pay a mortgage if you know what I mean. I can scrape the header collector on a quick right hand turn. It's in the plans to increase the ride height in the near future, but I can say that the bike handles very confidently up to the point where you start making sparks with the header. Very predictable and steady even to triple digit speeds. I'm very happy with the conversion.

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06 Mar 2012 20:46 #508177 by ramtough_63
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anyone know if i can run a 99 zx6 front wheel on a 95 zx7 front end with the cablr drive speedo?

not sure about spacing etc...

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07 Mar 2012 00:36 #508243 by Roca
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I apologize for going off topic but that is a sick paint job les! I love it! Does any one have suggestions for longer forks on a 1980 kz550C

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08 Mar 2012 04:00 #508497 by bluezbike
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Testarossa,

I very much enjoyed reading through your build, your bike is really awesome!!
I am collecting parts for a build myself and am getting as much info on everything I can as I have never done this before. My chosen steed is a 77 KZ 1000. So far I have a frame, bottom end of a motor that I am tearing apart, set of '91 Suzuki GSX 17" wheels, tank, and a set of '02 ZX9R forks. They are regular cartridge style 46mm diameter and look good.

My question is this - I am worried about ride height as I will be losing about 3 or more inches, I would like to find out if anyone knows if/how forks can be lengthened in any way. Choppers use super long extended forks so there must be a way. You have mentioned you will be addressing the ride height, what are you thinking might work?

New to this forum and very appreciative of any ideas or advice,

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08 Mar 2012 10:15 - 08 Mar 2012 10:17 #508510 by M357.5
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A custom dropped top triple clamp is the easiest way. I gained quite a bit by going this route. Check out the picture porsche914 put up, you can see the Gullwing top clamp. He had custom upper/lower clamps made...I only got an upper.

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