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The Bike - C10 / Re: ZG1000 in GPz900 clothing
« Last post by Chrome Megaphone on April 11, 2024, 06:12:35 AM »
A few more pics.
Manual calls for dropping the engine for cylinder head r&r but I found zip tying the second row head bolts together with the bottoms flush with the mating surface allows getting it in and out.  These bolts are blocked from removing by the frame with the head in place. Huge time saver.

Front and rear rotors are AliExpress, so far no warping.  Wheels were cleaned then sprayed with 2K Clear Coat bodywork Rust-Oleum Industrial Black topped with 2K.

If I put on the ZRX1100 front end I have sitting in the garage the front forks, wheel and brakes will go on sale.
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The Bike - C10 / Re: ZG1000 in GPz900 clothing
« Last post by Chrome Megaphone on April 11, 2024, 05:53:30 AM »
Thanks all for the positive feedback  :chugbeer:
I forgot to add a ZL900 Eliminator bevel gear was swapped in which really gets it off the line. 
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The Bike - C10 / Re: ZG1000 in GPz900 clothing
« Last post by Stasch on April 11, 2024, 05:36:56 AM »
Nice job.  Me likey muchly. 

Quote from: Chrome Megaphone on April 10, 2024, 12:37:25 PM
I didn't keep track of cost, you know how these things add up.  :) It probably would have been better to just buy a GPz900 but wrenching on bikes and cars are a hobby of mine.  Keeps me sane.

I consider motorcycle projects an investment in myself, the satisfaction of a job well done that bring many new things learned along the way.   :thumbs:
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The Bike - C10 / Re: ZG1000 in GPz900 clothing
« Last post by berna1201 on April 10, 2024, 08:32:00 PM »
Good morning;
Nice modifications, I like  ;)
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Accessories and Modifications - C10 / Mean Streak wheel machinist wanted
« Last post by Chrome Megaphone on April 10, 2024, 03:17:25 PM »
I have a set of ZX11 forks, front wheel, brakes, and ZRX1100 triple clamp to install and would want a wider rear wheel/tire to match.

Trouble is finding a competent machinist in my area who is willing to take on a unique, one-off machining job.  All the old school machine shops have simply died off.

If someone knows a machinist who has done the job and is willing to do another please drop the contact info here or send a PM.  Thanks.
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The Bike - C10 / Re: ZG1000 in GPz900 clothing
« Last post by Chrome Megaphone on April 10, 2024, 12:37:25 PM »
It's a semi-bolt on affair that required some shade tree ingenuity to mount the ZG oil cooler, aftermarket GPz radiator, and securing the rear undertray.  Basically the oil cooler lines are a tad short so it goes behind the lower frame mount with longer bolts serving as studs.  AliExpress radiator needed two .5 inch rubber bushings, longer bolts & nuts, and a trick to get in there because the end tanks will interfere with the frame.  I couldn't find a GPz lower tray frame that goes under the engine so again thick bushings & longer bolts to the oil pan worked out.  The windscreen is an AliExpress part, it's a sport touring style slightly taller.

I didn't keep track of cost, you know how these things add up.  :) It probably would have been better to just buy a GPz900 but wrenching on bikes and cars are a hobby of mine.  Keeps me sane.

Here's my 1986 GL1200. 
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The Bike - C10 / Re: ZG1000 in GPz900 clothing
« Last post by Big Red on April 10, 2024, 07:57:30 AM »
That's pretty slick. Take a lot to mount that bodywork?
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The Bike - C10 / ZG1000 in GPz900 clothing
« Last post by Chrome Megaphone on April 09, 2024, 11:29:35 PM »
I finally got my 1985 Concours/Ninja project running again after several setbacks which included a blown engine due to not replacing the rod bolts after a 2mm overbore with ZX11 pistons on 88-89 ZX10B rods and oil burning from wobbling valves elongating the seals because I couldn't resist tear dropping the guides during head porting. Lessons learned.

Anyhow, now with a re-ringed stock bore and eBay stock head wearing the GPz900 cams, carbs (Dynojet kit), and Vance & Hines advanced ignition timing plate she's not as spooky explosive as before but still fast enough and much more controllable. Yesterday after having it inspected I pulled out onto the four lane road with enough throttle to induce a power slide which was easily recovered from.
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Open Forum / Re: Total Solar Eclipse April 8 2024
« Last post by maxtog on April 08, 2024, 05:18:27 PM »
I saw it today.  80% sun covered here.  It was strange- clear sky, sun shining, looked mostly normal, except not as bright and the direct sun was not that hot.  The eyes will adjust, making the 80% loss of light barely noticeable.

Used the special filters and it looked like a crescent moon (a co-worker had a safe pair she was letting people look).

Might be the most solar eclipse I ever see in my lifetime.
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Open Forum / Re: Total Solar Eclipse April 8 2024
« Last post by Pilgrim on April 08, 2024, 12:14:48 PM »

Here is a different view of the eclipse https://www.star.nesdis.noaa.gov/GOES/fulldisk_band.php?sat=G16&band=GEOCOLOR&length=24
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