Katana project

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bighole
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Katana project

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So I decided to start another one....
I'm sure this will take a while as I started gathering parts 2 years ago and this is as far as Ive gotten. Katana frame with a TL1000R swingarm (thanks durgam for the machining) gsxr front end, and God knows what else by the time its all said and done. Sorry for the poor quality pic.

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Nice, but won't the lower engine mount drag a little bit? Maybe you could taper it some for better ground clearance. :D
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I figured since it was plastic I'd let the pavement do that for me! Plus this way I dont need a kickstand!

-John
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Post by Suzukidave »

Hi John , looks like a point i was at some time ago .. lots to figure out huh :shock: Image
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