Mine tranformed

[Shawn]

I usually just lerk but here ya go

http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk8/ShawnTinkham/GZ250001.jpg
http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk8/ShawnTinkham/GZ250003.jpg
http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk8/ShawnTinkham/GZ250004.jpg
http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk8/ShawnTinkham/GZ250002.jpg
http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk8/ShawnTinkham/GZ250005.jpg


Fishisned it yesterday, have about 3 days of work and $300
It started out as a Red 2000 model
I've bobbed both fenders and painted everything black
Streetfighter headlights and fairing
Streetfigher bars
M109 Mirrors
Harley muffler
Custom brakelight and rear turnsignals
16 tooth sprocket
145 main jet and needle mod and airbox mod

I think thats about it. If you have any questions pleas feel free to ask.

[greenhorn]

I think it looks awesome!!!! Sweet ride there, buddy!!!! :2tup:

M

[JWR]

Good job..... Looks great....

Well done!!!!.....

[adrianinflorida]

I like it. It that an Acerbis headlight/fairing?

[burkbuilds]

Love that front view! Wicked headlight look!

[Blackbird]

Looks great. How does it perform with the 145 MJ?

[Shawn]

The headlight/fairing is by BikeIt and it's called the Rage.

The bike performs great with the 145MJ, I was going to put a 150 in but could not find any locally. With all of the combined power mods it doesn't even feel like the same bike.

[mrlmd1]

Looks great, nice job - lean & mean. I can't believe you did that for only $300.
How did you prep the chrome on the pipes and muffler and what kind of paint did you use?
I like that look and from living on the Gulf coast with all the moisture and salt in the air, my pipes are a little rusted, too much to clean off and shine.

[Shawn]

Thanks guys

For the pipes I went over them really good with a green scotchbrite pad then used VHT high temp exhaust paint

I paid $100 for the paint and supplies
I paid $200 for the fairing/headlight, bars, grips, sprocket, main jet, tail and turn signals.
The M109 mirrors and Harley muffler were free.
Being able to do all the work myself- priceless

[David Bo]

Hi Shawn. Nice looking bike! I did the same engine mods to my 2001 and I have to agree with you, it feels like a total different bike! Ride safe... David Bo

[Atlus]

Im thinking of doing something similar to my bike, any tips on painting the tank and whered you get the tail fairing?
Looks great btw!

[adrianinflorida]

Im thinking of doing something similar to my bike, any tips on painting the tank and whered you get the tail fairing?
Looks great btw!I think he cut the stock rear fender, actually. Looks good

[Shawn]

Im thinking of doing something similar to my bike, any tips on painting the tank and whered you get the tail fairing?
Looks great btw!I think he cut the stock rear fender, actually. Looks good


I took everything off when I painted it. I had to pretty much strip the take because the stock stickers are clear coated on the tank.

I just cut the rear fender and made a bracket to hold the brake light.

[rbert16000]

Looks Great!
How does it sound with the Harley Muff?

[rbert16000]

Main Jet? What's that?

[ldljll]

NICE LOOK,Ur talented! good to know about the pipes -i'm in FLA like MRLMD1, so rust is an issue.

[Shawn]

It sounds great with the Harley Muffler, lounder than stock but not annoying.

The main jet is in the carb for fuel metering.

[spuriousgrowth]

If you have the info - What are the dimensions on the bar or what is the make / model? I'm interested in replacing the stock bar with something lower, but don't want to adversely affect the comfort. How do you like the new riding position, or is this merely about aesthetics?

[Shawn]

There are the bars that I got http://moto-madness.com/catalog/index.p ... cts_id=316 (http://moto-madness.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=342_346&products_id=316)

The riding position is a lot better for me, not so squished.

[Apollo]

Wow, gorgeous! I knew these bikes had a lot of potential! I have been thinking of ways to modify the aesthetics and this is similar to what i would do. l love it! Aggressive/contemporary yet classic styling. Job very well done!!

[mcintyre_aerospace]

Nice I noticed the Texas op whereabouts in Texas. I like the head light but will it pass inspection does it have brights and dims. I need new lights all and this setup is an all in one and rakes up the ugly space.

[Shawn]

Thanks for the comments guys. I"m in Plano. The head light should pass, I used some relays and wired it so only one light comes on on low and both when I switch to brights.

[mcintyre_aerospace]

Great I wrecked my bike and need all new lights and I don't have a speedo anymore so one of these type of lights tucked in would look great. Ill use a gps for a speedo, did u have to make some more mounts under the seat somewhere for the back fender to make it sturdy or do u only have the front 2 bolts holdin it on.

[Shawn]

I'm just using the two bolts on the side. With the seat off it's kinda flimsy but once you put the seat on it stiffens everything up.

[whitelightning]

that bike looks awesome :rawk:
http://www.postimage.org/TsjDGsJ.jpg (http://www.postimage.org/)

[MLGTIB]

Do you by any chance have a video of the bike. I would love to hear the way it sounds.

[birdmove]

I love what you've done to your GZ250!! I don't like the stock handlebars at all.The ones you put on fit the bike much better.


How did you trim the fenders?
jon

[Rookie Rider]

What did you have to cut and weld with that Harley muffler to get it on properly, and exactly what kind of muffler is it? Your bike is really nice looking, i love it.

[alantf]

The original post is 3 years old, & we haven't heard from him since, so don't hold your breath waiting for a reply :roll:

BTW, it's a good idea to check the dates before trying to contact a previous poster. :2tup:

[geezer]

try a pm next time, he might get a message to his email and sign in and check.

[Rookie Rider]

That looks great. Is that a Harley Davidson Bomber muffler ? And how did you put it on the suzuki exhaust pipe ?

[Rookie Rider]

hAHAHA, YOU GUYS ARE RIGHT I SHOULD CHECK THE COMMENT DATES. LOL Im a dope.