Modified Stock Swingarm
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Modified Stock Swingarm
I was reading George Nolan's naked RZ500 restoration article in the Out Front section of the forum. George modified the stock swing arm and adding bracing. The attached photo shows George's work.
I am curious as to what other members have to modify the stock swing arm. If you have modified yours, or have seen stock modified swing arms, please post photos.
I like the idea and am considering it for my next project. Anything you can offer on the subject would be appreciated.
I am curious as to what other members have to modify the stock swing arm. If you have modified yours, or have seen stock modified swing arms, please post photos.
I like the idea and am considering it for my next project. Anything you can offer on the subject would be appreciated.
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Re: Modified Stcok Swingarm
Use a better welder than George.
Great idea, but could be done a lot better.
Great idea, but could be done a lot better.
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Re: Modified Stcok Swingarm
I noticed that and do get your point, but if I could weld to that quality myself I wouldn't worry about having someone else do it. I'd be quite happy with an untidy weld just to know that it was my own work. I can't weld so I'd be forced to pay someone to do it and at that point I'd definitely be wanting the best quality possible.
Re: Modified Stcok Swingarm
Hi, This one in Japan
Cheer Ron.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/YAMAHA-RZV500R ... 3280042793" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Cheer Ron.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/YAMAHA-RZV500R ... 3280042793" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
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Re: Modified Stock Swingarm
I saw that earlier Ron. Curious looking modification. Ridiculous price.
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Hi John, 3ma swingarm something along these lines.
Cheers Ron.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Yamaha-TZR250- ... SwnHZYWotd" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Cheers Ron.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Yamaha-TZR250- ... SwnHZYWotd" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Re: Modified Stock Swingarm
It would be neat to design what you want and have some pieces machined then welded onto the stock swingarm.
Instead of making one from scratch.
Instead of making one from scratch.
Colin
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Re: Modified Stock Swingarm
2smoke wrote:It would be neat to design what you want and have some pieces machined then welded onto the stock swingarm.
Instead of making one from scratch.
It would. All it takes is time and money.
Re: Modified Stock Swingarm
Regards,
Bill Wilson
Wilson Performance
Lee's Summit, MO
http://www.wilsonperformance.net
Member RZ500 Owners Group #573
816-377-3185
WVWRZ500N@aol.com
Bill Wilson
Wilson Performance
Lee's Summit, MO
http://www.wilsonperformance.net
Member RZ500 Owners Group #573
816-377-3185
WVWRZ500N@aol.com
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Re: Modified Stock Swingarm
Is that your work Bill?
Re: Modified Stock Swingarm
John,silverstrom wrote:Is that your work Bill?
No, I bought a 500 project and the swinger was already modified. The welds were decent but look much better polished. This wouldn't be a difficult mod to make either. I've got a 180/55 R17 tire in it and it's plenty of clearance.
Regards,
Bill Wilson
Wilson Performance
Lee's Summit, MO
http://www.wilsonperformance.net
Member RZ500 Owners Group #573
816-377-3185
WVWRZ500N@aol.com
Bill Wilson
Wilson Performance
Lee's Summit, MO
http://www.wilsonperformance.net
Member RZ500 Owners Group #573
816-377-3185
WVWRZ500N@aol.com
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Re: Modified Stock Swingarm
WVWRZ500N wrote: No, I bought a 500 project and the swinger was already modified. The welds were decent but look much better polished. This wouldn't be a difficult mod to make either. I've got a 180/55 R17 tire in it and it's plenty of clearance.
Thanks Bill. I appreciate it.