Weight reduction on a 1150GSA

[rsstler]

In prep for crossing the Sahara later this year I'm trying to reduce the weight of my 1150GSA. Yes I know there are lighter bikes, but I'm going with what I've got...

So far I've:
- Removed the catalytic converter. Mainly for sub std fuel reasons, probably 5-10kg reduction
- Replaced std exhaust with Remus, probably 5kg reduction
- Removed the servo brake unit, 5-10kg reduction

Are there any other substantial weight reductions?

Thanks

 

[AndrewD]

The most efficient weight reduction.....

A diet!

 

[STUBBS]

take nothing and buy as you need it

 

[Adam1759]

Why not replace all the standard plastic parts with lightweight carbon fibre? I happen to know somebody who's selling all items......

In all seriousness it would be really interesting to see what weight you get down to. Am I miles off or did the first 1150GSA's have plastic tanks?

 

[roddy]

Am I miles off or did the first 1150GSA's have plastic tanks?

I think that was the early 1100GS ?

your not going to save much more over what you've done already, do what was suggested earlier only take what you need

 

[Steptoe]

. Am I miles off or did the first 1150GSA's have plastic tanks?

I think that was the early 1100GS ?

Not much difference in weight between the metal and plastic tanks. Plus the plastic tank is larger so you'll be carrying more of that heavy fuel

 

[rsstler]

Ok thanks, sounds like there is not much more to be reduced.

I’ve streamlined everything that I’m taking with already. From minimal camping gear, to only taking sockets and hex bits that are actually used on the bike.

With carbon-fibre there is a cost/weight ratio, not sure I’d go down that route.

 

[Lord Snooty]

Eat more salads, but avoid German beansprouts as the weight loss may be more drastic than desired

 

[Adam1759]

With carbon-fibre there is a cost/weight ratio, not sure I’d go down that route.

Just joking mate, sure it'd do sod all for you to be honest!

 

[slimbo]

dont worry about the weight of the bike just ride it !! it was designed for that purpose!!

 

[Twotter]

Come on, where's you imagination???

1) Beak
2) Windscreen
3) Rev counter
4) RID
5) Heated grips
6) Main beam
7) GSA crashbars
8) Main stand
9) Remus can - replace with stubby
10) Rear seat
11) Luggage (pacsafe + ortleib instead)
12) Rear wheel plastic mudguard thingy

Bet we could go further and it would still be up to the job

 

[Ash]

Buy a 1200

 

[Aidan1150]

Buy a 1200

Do the AA do recovery from the Sahara?

 

[Ash]

Do the AA do recovery from the Sahara?

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[Steptoe]

You'll get all the weight loss you need on a saharan diet of goat and camels.