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Post by hopwheels on Nov 30, 2005 10:59:08 GMT -5
Hey everyone:
Does anyone have experience fitting a more "cafe" styled tank from another make and model to an SR, as opposed to going the aftermarket route (e.g., daytona, vd-classic, etc.)? I'm basically looking for a reasonably obtainable tank w/ knee indentations that with mild mods can fit the SR. RD400 Daytona? CB500? Any help would be great and appreciated. The smooth sides on the stock tank just aren't working with the aesthetic of a cafe look for me. Thanks!
Gary
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Post by G Man on Nov 30, 2005 12:41:45 GMT -5
I haven't tried it myself, but I've often thought that the XS750 tank from the late '70's would make a reasonably priced option. It might fit without too much modification. I like the lines of it. Search for a pic of one on the net.
G Man
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Post by manxman on Nov 30, 2005 13:08:48 GMT -5
Has anyone had any success getting a Norton style tank from Daytona into the USA?
Thanks,
Dave
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Post by hopwheels on Dec 1, 2005 0:50:25 GMT -5
Hi G Man:
I found a couple of auctions for 750 tanks. Would the front block access to the oil filler cap do you think? How would you seal up the right petcock? I do like the lines also. Thanks.
Gary
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Post by G Man on Dec 1, 2005 19:48:14 GMT -5
Ah yes... the oil fill would most likely be in the way. I figured it would bolt right up on the XS but the SR would present some challenges. That's the price we pay for a less expensive tank though. Look at Monster Garage, anything can be done with a torch and some confidence! ;D
G Man
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Post by sjef on Dec 9, 2005 14:15:44 GMT -5
@ manxman try www.evamotor.nlthey deliver, but hurry the sale is closing soon because evamotor continues with their TRACK diesel i should know, because i take care of it regards sjef |
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Post by manxman on Dec 10, 2005 0:36:22 GMT -5
Thanks Sjef,
I'll give them a try.
Dave
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Post by StewRoss on Dec 11, 2005 5:45:28 GMT -5
I have seen people fit the tanks from Suzuki 450 twins to the SR's. They seem to fit fairly well as I recall.
They have knee dents of a sort and would be fairly common around the wreckers.
I may have a pic of one with the tank fitted from South Aust. It looked OK and was owned by Neil (NC) ...err someone, sorry mate... I'll look when I get back home anyway.
SR
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Post by hopwheels on Dec 15, 2005 1:37:33 GMT -5
Thanks Stew.
Gary
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Post by mattb on May 27, 2008 23:35:25 GMT -5
Yes, I've seen the same with old Suzuki twins - GSX's, from 250cc up. Thinking of putting one on the SR185....
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Post by RD on May 28, 2008 8:59:13 GMT -5
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Post by RD on May 28, 2008 9:01:25 GMT -5
obviously you will have to copy and paste the whole link into your browser I dont know why it does that.
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Post by hopwheels on May 28, 2008 10:30:50 GMT -5
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Post by flyereddie on Jun 18, 2008 4:22:56 GMT -5
Hey Gary the sx750 tank wont fit without some modifications , we are in the middle of doing two tanks for our trip around australia, if it works out ok we may have some done up as we will have the templets made so we should be able to get them done fairly easly . The front of the tank needs to be cut back to allow access to the oil filler it needs to be widened slightly at the rear and the seat needs to be cut back as the tank is longer. On the bright side it holds about 18 liters of fuel and looks cool , here is a pic of one with a few extra bits cut out but you get the general idea www.flyereddiesr500.citysolar.net/8weeks.html |
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Post by StewRoss on Jun 18, 2008 6:32:36 GMT -5
Mate you're doing OK...shame you couldn't make it to the KVR. Coming to the Bethanga rally? SR  |
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