It's been awhile since my last build on DTT. A few years ago I drove to Ann Arbor and I picked up a '78 GS1000 in 7/10 shape with some nice modifications already done to it but it wasn't my plan to stop there. For years, I have been infatuated with Singer Vehicle Designs rendition of the Porsche 964 (911). I am using their style, attention to detail, and mix of aesthetic and performance as the inspiration of this build. This thread is a catch-up thread beginning almost two years ago and running to today, November 6th, 2015. I didn't really know where to put this thread as it's not a restoration, it's not a cafe, not a racer but rather a restomod.
Modifications on bike when purchased in 2014.
'78 GS1000
- GS1100 Alum Swingarm
- SS Brake Lines (soon to be replaced b/c of new brakes)
- K&N Pods
First round of modifications:
- New Avon Roadrider Tires
- All new controls, supermoto bars, and re-did the wiring harness
- Kawi Ninja 600 calipers, CBR900RR rotors, custom front caliper brackets
- New SS lines, EBC pads
- Rebuilt Forks (seals, fluid, springs, spacers)
- Powder coated fork lowers
Photos from seller:
After I picked it up:
Soft install of all new bar controls:
New tires, bars, controls installed:
CBR900RR rotors installed:
Mounted:
Matt
Modifications on bike when purchased in 2014.
'78 GS1000
- GS1100 Alum Swingarm
- SS Brake Lines (soon to be replaced b/c of new brakes)
- K&N Pods
First round of modifications:
- New Avon Roadrider Tires
- All new controls, supermoto bars, and re-did the wiring harness
- Kawi Ninja 600 calipers, CBR900RR rotors, custom front caliper brackets
- New SS lines, EBC pads
- Rebuilt Forks (seals, fluid, springs, spacers)
- Powder coated fork lowers
Photos from seller:
After I picked it up:
Soft install of all new bar controls:
New tires, bars, controls installed:
CBR900RR rotors installed:
Mounted:
Matt