Katana Owners Club U.K.

Cheers John. I had wondered about something like that. I’ll measure mine up & give one a go.

Hi All. The standard side stand on my Kat comes up a little short with 17 inch wheels, GSXR1100k forks and a raised rear, so leans over too far for my liking. I’ve had a look at possible alternatives, including Bandits, but none were suitable. Has anyone put a longer side stand on their Kat? Or do y...

Well thanks UB for the extensive reply.

Seems a far easier option to post up the photos and ask the reader to re-orientate their device!

..... so why are photos upside down when I try to post them?

Are they from here; http://grumpy1260suzukispares.co.uk/ ?

No, Bikeazoid, not him. His name is Fraser.

If so I would love to see it. I'm about 3 hours south of LA

He is in Orange County.

It was braced by Mark who restored it prior to powder coating. I would inagine it adds a kilo or two maximum, but I appreciate his attention to detail. I would have done the same. Early 80s frames aren’t exactly renowned for their stiffness, so it certainly won’t do any harm.

Hi All. I’ve recently bought a resto-modded 750 Katana. It was featured in Practical Performance Bikes in May 2019 & Mark Hynes who restored it has done a great job in my view. It retains the classic Kat look, but with GSXR1100k wheels, forks and front brakes for more up to date handling & tyre choi...