Front indicators for 1986 Suzuki GSX750 ES

[Tigadee]

The right front indicator plastic is crumbling from age and I didn't help it by whacking it, so am looking for a replacment (failing which I'll get my hot glue gun out, I guess) or replacements.

Anyone got spares or compatible ones (from other years/models)? Let me know what you want for it...

[ducatilover]

Grab some aftermarket ones from eGay?

[Tigadee]

Will do that if none available here... Thought if I had to pay for it, I'd keep it in the 'KB family'... :msn-wink:

Some old ones on TM too, off a GSX400. Might fit?

[Dadpole]

http://www.wemoto.com/bikes/suzuki/gsx_750_esd/83/picture/indicator_front/

For new (pattern) ones anyway. They are the same as the GSX1100/550EF ones. Any matching set that look right for the year would be a good solution.

PLEASE - Not a set of flash LED ones. They just look tragic on an older bike....:no:

[Tigadee]

Thanks, appreciate the pointer...

Looks like now I also have to find a pair of new front brake discs. I have a quote for a pair for about $400 from Aus but that'll take 4 weeks.

[jellywrestler]

The right front indicator plastic is crumbling from age and I didn't help it by whacking it, so am looking for a replacment (failing which I'll get my hot glue gun out, I guess) or replacements.

Anyone got spares or compatible ones (from other years/models)? Let me know what you want for it...

i may have a couple somewhere, used to have some NOS ones but these were the same as fitted to BR2 McIntosh so they went to one of those...
if ya haven't heard from me in a couple of days PM me a reminder

[Katman]

Thanks, appreciate the pointer...

Looks like now I also have to find a pair of new front brake discs. I have a quote for a pair for about $400 from Aus but that'll take 4 weeks.

Why do you need to replace the discs?

Does the bike need to be revinned?

[Tigadee]

Why do you need to replace the discs?
Does the bike need to be revinned?

Not that I am aware of. The rego was on hold according to previous owner, I got an ownership cert from the NZTA, so I expect the rego renewal soon. A WOF was issued by a local MC dealer there in Taumarunui.

I had George [MC Doc] come by to check the bike because I encountered strong shuddering when braking [e.g. downhill], and the steering seemed to lock up when braking hard and I can't turn the handlebar! He said the steering bearing could be worn out and that the left brake disc looks warped [not straight].

George said to replace the disc, both preferably, and new ones, not 2nd hand. So far all he and I [eBay Oz] could find are 200 dollars a new disc [for a 750 Katana which looks identical] from Aus.

Would these fit?
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/brakes/auction-511411685.htm
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/parts-for-sale/brakes/auction-513104802.htm

Photo of actual GSX750ES brake disc:

[Sable]

Most bike shops stock dirt cheap universal ones, I have emgo's on the X7. Cost me twenty bucks.

[Katman]

Would these fit?


No, they won't.

[FJRider]

Most of the bikes of that era had similar appearance/size ... find a bike wrecker and $20 should get you a good (matching) pair.

[FJRider]

I had George [MC Doc] come by to check the bike because I encountered strong shuddering when braking [e.g. downhill], and the steering seemed to lock up when braking hard and I can't turn the handlebar! He said the steering bearing could be worn out and that the left brake disc looks warped [not straight].



A buggered front wheel bearing and a dodgy front disc ... and you still ride it ... ???

[Tigadee]

A buggered front wheel bearing and a dodgy front disc ... and you still ride it ... ???

Never felt anything was wrong till... I dropped the bike two nights ago. :facepalm: Like a total noob, I stalled the bike at a traffic light, didn't have my right foot down [only left] and down we went. 240 kgs of bike fell on my right foot [big bruise but nothing broken, except pride and my inner biker]...

I'm so mad at myself - for not putting my right foot down [I was turning right, after all so I should have!], for not putting enough throttle, for not reacting fast enough, for not being strong enough to lift the bike... A kind gentleman quickly got out of his car and lifted the bike enough for me to get out from under it and we righted the bike in time before the oncoming traffic reached me [I was over the centre line :eek5: ].

It was only after this incident that the bike started to lock up the steering and shuddering when braking hard. All from a super-noob mistake! :brick: So now I pay for my mistake... Forgive me, Father biker, for I have sinned...

[FJRider]

It was only after this incident that the bike started to lock up the steering and shuddering when braking hard. All from a super-noob mistake! :brick: So now I pay for my mistake... Forgive me, Father biker, for I have sinned...

Put it up on the main stand ... find a friend (NZ dating ... ???) and get your (new) friend to sit on the back of the bike (keeping the front wheel off the deck) and have a close visual check of the front wheel, as it spins/brakes. Check the caliper mounts (only old alloy and do break/crack)

Check the whole front end from the bars/controls down.

[ducatilover]

While the bike's on the stand you'll be able to check the steering bearings (gotta love NZdating)
Bugger that you fell over dude

[Tigadee]

Put it up on the main stand ... find a friend (NZ dating ... ???) and get your (new) friend

Mrs Tigs says she does not appreciate that suggestion... :nono:


to sit on the back of the bike (keeping the front wheel off the deck) and have a close visual check of the front wheel, as it spins/brakes. Check the caliper mounts (only old alloy and do break/crack)

Mrs Tigs says this is a better suggestion... :yes:

Have just done this and yes, the disc is warped. Bit of fairing busted but nothing a little hot glue won't take care of.

Front brake lever bent like a fish hook... <_< Scratch on engine cover, nothing else damaged thanks to my foot...:blink:


Check the whole front end from the bars/controls down.

Right clip-on bent down slightly. I can still use/ride it, right?


Bugger that you fell over dude

Thanks. I'm kicking myself, but thankfully bike and I overall OK and it managed to get me home. AND perhaps this incident revealed some issues that might otherwise have cropped up in a more disasterous way later on... :sweatdrop

[FJRider]

Right clip-on bent down slightly. I can still use/ride it, right?


Bent works ... trying to straighten them often does the damage.

Did you check for wheel bearing play ... ???

[Tigadee]

Bent works ... trying to straighten them often does the damage.

OK, I'll leave it alone. I made it back home on it, after all...


Did you check for wheel bearing play ... ???

I'm not sure how to do that but from what I can tell, the front wheel doesn't move when I hold the front brake and try to move to and fro. The front suspension is very soft, so George will be changing the fork oil - maybe to a heavier weight like 15 wt.

Eventually I'll change the tyres too, as they've been sitting for years and the rubber compound may have hardened, so I'd feel better with new softer/stickier tyres. At least they won't be expensive - the rear is a 120.

[FJRider]

OK, I'll leave it alone. I made it back home on it, after all...

Suzuki's usually get you home ... from there, reluctance sets in ... and decide not to go .... far.


I'm not sure how to do that but from what I can tell, the front wheel doesn't move when I hold the front brake and try to move to and fro. The front suspension is very soft, so George will be changing the fork oil - maybe to a heavier weight like 15 wt.

You can use a wooden broom handle to get a bit of leverage on the front wheel.Better to ask him about a springs upgrade. Is well worth the money.


Eventually I'll change the tyres too, as they've been sitting for years and the rubber compound may have hardened, so I'd feel better with new softer/stickier tyres. At least they won't be expensive - the rear is a 120.

Later ... when broken bits, brakes, and indicators are sorted.

[Tigadee]

Suzuki's usually get you home ... from there, reluctance sets in ... and decide not to go .... far.

:laugh: <_< :confused: Don't scare me... :blink:

[Tigadee]

i may have a couple somewhere, used to have some NOS ones but these were the same as fitted to BR2 McIntosh so they went to one of those...
if ya haven't heard from me in a couple of days PM me a reminder

Thank you, appreciate that very much!

[jellywrestler]

got a front left with bracket $15 plus post

[sidecar bob]

Ive got quite a few of those old Suzuki slotted discs if you still havent found any.

[Tigadee]

Ive got quite a few of those old Suzuki slotted discs if you still havent found any.

Haven't found any but went ahead and got new ones made up. If only you'd turned up sooner... Thanks anyway. :yes: