Daniel, This has been round on the list before, but yes, the stock GTS is one heavy puppy, and no, the IoM racing version is not at all like the ones we all have in our garages. Weight loss to that extent is not a matter of changing the wheels and exhaust system. The bigger issue--I've been known before to make the case that if you really want a hard-core sport bike, buy one. I find that for normal street users, the GTS (in non-RR trim) is a great SPORT TOURER, and needs very little in the way of modifications. On some level I'm glad to see someone try to make a racer out of the GTS, but it's best thought of as a curious experiment. Starting with an R-1 or 929RR is an easier way to go endurance racing in the liter class. Your idea of a VFRGTS? Talk to Alan Macias, he had one he built, some on the list have seen it. It can be done. Your idea is interesting, but for a lot less $ and less work and more parts availability and etc. etc. you can just BUY a stock CBR600F4 and go just as fast. My $1U.S. @ 2%. Phil On Wed, 1 Mar 2000, Daniel Neuman wrote: > Hello, > I thought GTS weighed more like 600 lbs?? How does your friends > bike weigh so little? 400lbs is CBR929RR teritory. > I am going to look at a salvaged/wrecked GTS soon and was jsut > wondering what a fair price for a front end? > My goal is actually to build my own bike with a GTS front end and > a VFR single sided swingarm in the rear. > Thanks for the contact info though. > Daniel > SF CA
