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by Bob1000
Thu Jun 25, 2026 12:36 pm
Forum: The Bar
Topic: 3D printers
Replies: 6
Views: 1529

Re: 3D printers

We use them for bits at work...brilliant for some stuff, not so good for others. They normally need an .stl file ( a 3d drawing) of the component to run the printer, but I think some places can do the design for you as well. From experience the parts are pretty good quality, and a good price too, bu...
by Bob1000
Thu Jun 25, 2026 12:32 pm
Forum: eBay Adverts
Topic: well you wouldn't this auction house to sell your bike would you ?
Replies: 4
Views: 2175

Re: well you wouldn't this auction house to sell your bike would you ?

Maybe it's the rebuilt rear caliper that wildly inflates the price...those rebuild kits cost the earth!
by Bob1000
Thu Apr 23, 2026 6:58 pm
Forum: ED2 - The GSX750S1 / S2, GSX1000SZ and GSX1100S
Topic: How many GSX1000SZ Katanas left in the world?
Replies: 10
Views: 9477

Re: How many GSX1000SZ Katanas left in the world?

Just reading this again.... If there were only 166 1000s brought into the UK, and the frame numbers all start with GS10X 500, which I'm sure is correct, I've got two, numbered 0053 and 0227.... This is a difference of 174.... Presumably there weren't any missing numbers into the frame number series,...
by Bob1000
Thu Apr 09, 2026 7:19 pm
Forum: The Bar
Topic: Computer says "no"
Replies: 4
Views: 2364

Computer says "no"

Had to renew the insurance today...you wouldn't believe how difficult it was to get anyone to understand that it's not a GS1000G, as DVLA have it listed as, but a GSX1000sz. Two companies even told me that model doesn't exist!! My log book gives the right model, so why can't the DVLA database get it...
by Bob1000
Mon Mar 23, 2026 1:07 pm
Forum: ED2 - The GSX750S1 / S2, GSX1000SZ and GSX1100S
Topic: It's all about the timing
Replies: 3
Views: 2686

Re: It's all about the timing

That was sort of my feelings... I'll leave it be, but was curious why so far out..
Anyway, the rest of the bike is looking ok...
by Bob1000
Sun Mar 22, 2026 5:27 pm
Forum: ED2 - The GSX750S1 / S2, GSX1000SZ and GSX1100S
Topic: It's all about the timing
Replies: 3
Views: 2686

It's all about the timing

Ok....so I brought the bike out of the garage for a spruce up before the summer, as the weather has been looking more promising... I decided to put some new plugs in, change the oil and check the timing ( not done that bit since I don't know when). Now, here's the conundrum, the strobe light shows t...
by Bob1000
Mon Jan 19, 2026 6:46 pm
Forum: ED2 - The GSX750S1 / S2, GSX1000SZ and GSX1100S
Topic: Anyone know the best tank liner?
Replies: 7
Views: 2828

Re: Anyone know the best tank liner?

I would agree with uncle Bob here, if it doesn't have any holes, just derust it. I use Scalex, it's basically industrial phosphoric acid, and converts the rust to an inert material which can be brushed off or painted over. Inside the tank you can either brush it on if you can reach the spot, or for ...
by Bob1000
Sun Dec 07, 2025 5:36 pm
Forum: Say Hello
Topic: Arctic Circle riding gear
Replies: 12
Views: 7132

Re: Arctic Circle riding gear

My recommendations....A few years ago I rode through Chile and Argentina right down to Ushaia at the very bottom. I bought a pair of Forma Adventure boots for the trip, and they are the warmest, driesr and most comfortable boots I've ever owned. Still use them daily now, so would highly recommend th...
by Bob1000
Wed Oct 08, 2025 5:20 pm
Forum: The Bar
Topic: Rocker gasket
Replies: 2
Views: 2630

Re: Rocker gasket

Great, thanks for the info and the link.

Bob
by Bob1000
Mon Oct 06, 2025 5:21 pm
Forum: The Bar
Topic: Rocker gasket
Replies: 2
Views: 2630

Rocker gasket

Sprung a bit of an oil leak on the rocker cover of my 1000...
Question...is the gasket the same as for an 1100??

I seem to remember something about a different number of bolt holes, but not sure??

Don't want to fork out for a while gasket set, just this duff one.

Thanks,
Bob....