« previous next »
Pages: [1]   Go Down

Author Topic: fender after fork swap  (Read 1566 times)

0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic.

Offline aaron h

  • Full Member
  • *
  • Posts: 17
fender after fork swap
« on: June 16, 2015, 07:18:20 AM »
I bought my 72 750 with a 86 GSXR 750 fork.it did not come with the fender and I cannot find one that does not make it look like a street bike what can I use in its place?
Logged

Offline calj737

  • Really Old Timer ...
  • *******
  • Posts: 21,084
  • I refuse...
Re: fender after fork swap
« Reply #1 on: June 16, 2015, 07:45:49 AM »
About the best you can do, depending upon tire width, is to "bob" your stock fender, relocate the mounting struts to fit the Gsxr forks, and go that route. Else, you'll need a custom fender. This "fender issue" is the only downside to this swap in my opinion.

I don't like the look of the Gsxr fender on our bikes, and the stock is usually too narrow (120 tire) so a fiberglass or alloy custom is required. There are plenty of fender blanks available, you can then take some flat or round aluminum stock, heat it and shape it. Drill thru the fender and mount the strut over top from underneath the fender, and secure at the forks. Use 2 struts over the fender for a secure hold.

This is a stock front end, but the idea is the same:
Logged
'74 550 Build http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=126401.0
'73 500 Build http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=132935.0

"Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of it's victim may be the most oppressive. It may be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated, but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience." - C.S. Lewis

Offline FunJimmy

  • Who you calling
  • Old Timer
  • ******
  • Posts: 3,802
  • Vancouver
Re: fender after fork swap
« Reply #2 on: June 16, 2015, 07:55:34 AM »
This is a common problem with modern fork upgrades. I went to great lengths to make a fender to fit the R6 forks on my bike. What do the mount points look like on GSXR forks. Can you post a pic?
Logged
You never see a motorcycle parked outside of a psychiatrist's office!

CB550 Cafe Interceptor a Gentlemans Roadster
http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=27159.0

Offline aaron h

  • Full Member
  • *
  • Posts: 17
Re: fender after fork swap
« Reply #3 on: June 16, 2015, 08:27:12 AM »
I'll try to post some up
Logged

Offline aaron h

  • Full Member
  • *
  • Posts: 17
Re: fender after fork swap
« Reply #4 on: June 16, 2015, 08:33:45 AM »
best I had while at work
Logged

Offline calj737

  • Really Old Timer ...
  • *******
  • Posts: 21,084
  • I refuse...
Re: fender after fork swap
« Reply #5 on: June 16, 2015, 08:36:01 AM »
If you can get one later of the lower legs, side view, it will help identify some options. The upper bosses are useable for a brace, but not the best for fender mount.
Logged
'74 550 Build http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=126401.0
'73 500 Build http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=132935.0

"Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of it's victim may be the most oppressive. It may be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated, but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience." - C.S. Lewis

Offline aaron h

  • Full Member
  • *
  • Posts: 17
Re: fender after fork swap
« Reply #6 on: June 16, 2015, 09:20:45 AM »
Will work on that this evening
Logged

Offline aaron h

  • Full Member
  • *
  • Posts: 17
Re: fender after fork swap
« Reply #7 on: June 17, 2015, 08:41:50 PM »
More pics
Logged

Offline calj737

  • Really Old Timer ...
  • *******
  • Posts: 21,084
  • I refuse...
Re: fender after fork swap
« Reply #8 on: June 18, 2015, 03:28:59 AM »
It looks like you'll need to use the mounting holes above the tire, on each side. My GS500 uses the same fender mount/fork brace. You'll simply need to bob a fender or fashion one and install it from beneath that brace.

Here's a pic of the stock GS fender mount to better explain if you're not clear.
Logged
'74 550 Build http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=126401.0
'73 500 Build http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=132935.0

"Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of it's victim may be the most oppressive. It may be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated, but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience." - C.S. Lewis

Offline aaron h

  • Full Member
  • *
  • Posts: 17
Re: fender after fork swap
« Reply #9 on: June 18, 2015, 04:53:24 AM »
Ok thanks, I'll order a fender and make braces
Logged

Offline Retro Rocket

  • Eggs are hard due too a
  • Really Old Timer ...
  • *******
  • Posts: 19,279
  • ROCK & ROLL
Re: fender after fork swap
« Reply #10 on: June 18, 2015, 10:00:20 PM »
« Last Edit: June 18, 2015, 10:05:53 PM by Retro Rocket »
Logged
750 K2 1000cc
750 F1 970cc
750 Bitsa 900cc
If You can't fix it with a hammer, You've got an electrical problem.

Offline aaron h

  • Full Member
  • *
  • Posts: 17
Re: fender after fork swap
« Reply #11 on: June 19, 2015, 03:58:35 AM »
Thanks ordered first link and brace! Only stock ones I had seen looked all funky.
Logged

Offline Retro Rocket

  • Eggs are hard due too a
  • Really Old Timer ...
  • *******
  • Posts: 19,279
  • ROCK & ROLL
Re: fender after fork swap
« Reply #12 on: June 19, 2015, 04:56:20 AM »
Quote from: aaron h on June 19, 2015, 03:58:35 AM
Thanks ordered first link and brace! Only stock ones I had seen looked all funky.

The 88 and up 750 and 1100 GSXR front guards were bulkier than the early 750/1100 F,G,H model guards, I've owned both... ;)
Just remember those guards and braces in those links were to suit 18 inch wheels that the GSXR's had, the guard will fit but you may need small spacers {washersw} under the brace, you mightn't either but don't be too surprised if you do... ;)
Logged
750 K2 1000cc
750 F1 970cc
750 Bitsa 900cc
If You can't fix it with a hammer, You've got an electrical problem.

Offline aaron h

  • Full Member
  • *
  • Posts: 17
Re: fender after fork swap
« Reply #13 on: June 19, 2015, 05:03:54 AM »
Good tip, thanks. Hopefully it all works out, I have a 19" wheel on mine now .
Logged
Pages: [1]   Go Up
« previous next »