1200 gs wheel conversions?

[simplysounds]

just trying to find some info about wheel conversions. i've seen a few threads and a few pics of bikes but wan't to know if any mods are needed and what fits etc?

i've seen rt and 1200s wheels fitted but do these go straight on without mods?

also does anyone know if k1200gt and 1200rt front wheels are the same? and is the rear the same but just turned around? is the same true of k1200s wheels?

is there enough clearence on the rear for a 180 tyre? i've measured 14mm on the right and 17mm to the left which seems very tight?

iv'e only heard good things but is it woth doing?

 

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see this thread
http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=84686

 

[simplysounds]

see this thread
http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=84686

Seen all these. Was hoping for a bit more detail. Just waiting on a front wheel and tyres and i'll be able to answer my own questions. I'll also produce a detailed guide.

 

[simplysounds]

job done!

well i did mine. rt1200 wheels. front went straight on with no alterations. i thought about getting a small amount machined off the rear but thought i'd try it first and it's all ok. the rear looks in line (see pics). no more pull in any direction than my standard wire wheels. i had to get a smaller silencer and i had to take 5-6mm off the left hand side of the centre stand foot. i spent more time wondering and measuring, making templates etc than the change over took.

during the project i contacted boxer designs and they just supply standard rt/s wheels and a new front spacer. i think they supply the same spacer you already have on the gs but maybe it looks like you're getting some sort of kit rather than just 2 wheels. they also said the calipers may need some material shaved off. my calipers are close but do clear the rotors by 1mm either side.

i'm also going to add the rather pricey carbon mudguard at £238 from illmbergery peeps on ebay. i tried lowering and modify the original but i'm not to keen on it.

the ride is great. i'm no racer but found myself tearing around like a nutter today. the front end is great and more stable. i did have a little power twitch on the rear but my tyres are brand new (maxxis sports £135 a pair delivered - ebay & not a bad word on any forums). it feels like a different bike for the better. smoother ride, no real thought input into cornering - it flows and you just don't think about it. moving the bike around is better as well. i will not be going back to the stock wheels and these are easy to clean. i did think about powder coating the wheels but wanted to see how it felt first befor spending more money. now they're on i think i like the colour. i think black gloss would always look dusty down my road/track. for now they're staying silver.

if anyone wants pics or advice email me: [email protected] and i'll be glad to help.

here's mine. hope you can see the pics. how do people inbed pics?:

http://s1095.photobucket.com/albums/i470/simplysounds/?action=view&current=DSC00327.jpg

there are some other pics in this album