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Offline damnitsjerry

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GSXR front end on 1978 CB550 -- Is my list complete?
« on: September 16, 2014, 08:24:53 pm »
Sorry guys, I know that this has bee covered many times, but I just want to make sure I have everything correct to do the GSXR fork conversion on my bike.

-GSXR forks
-GSXR wheel
-GSXR calipers
-GSXR rotors
-GSXR triple tree
-GSXR mid brace
-GSXR wheel bearings
-cognito moto stem


Is my list complete? And if so, which year/model of the GSXR do you guys recommend?

-thanks in advance!
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Re: GSXR front end on 1978 CB550 -- Is my list complete?
« Reply #1 on: September 16, 2014, 09:36:27 pm »
You will also need a GSXR axle and new roller bearings (All Balls) for the steering stem.

As for the particular year GSXR, check Devin's (Cognitomoto) fitment guide.

Not a necessity, but you may also consider a set of Cognitomoto's adjustable triple trees, since they will preserve stock offset.
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Re: GSXR front end on 1978 CB550 -- Is my list complete?
« Reply #2 on: September 17, 2014, 05:49:51 am »
And don't forget new MC and brake lines.
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Re: GSXR front end on 1978 CB550 -- Is my list complete?
« Reply #3 on: September 17, 2014, 06:10:53 am »
Have you bought anything yet ? Check out member Tews/ Nick's for sale thread. Might be what you need.   http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=141166.0
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