And so it begins...

Started by orangelion03, October 29, 2010, 09:44:20 AM

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orangelion03

My S2R800, The Crate,  looks on as I prepare the bits and pieces to convert it to my own personal S version.  S2R1000 front brakes (rotors, calipers, mc, lines),  S2R1000 adjustable Showas, Sachs adjustable rear shock from a S4RS (shock and forks getting new springs).  Some modeling skill required, but I have that covered too.  This is the beginning of a project that has been inspired by DuckStew and his work, along with all of the excellent bikes posted by other members of this forum.  It's all your fault you bastards.  The plan, as if there is anything remotely like one, will include  different color wheels, colored swing arm, assorted anodized bits, etc., and probably a new overall color scheme.

VIVA LA EVOLUCION!!!

duccarlos

Are you using the 800 calipers? I already did the same fork update, but want to know if I can upgrade the rotors without having to dump too much money on calipers and master cylinder.
Quote from: polivo on November 16, 2011, 12:18:55 PM
my keyboard just served me with paternity suit.

Heath

Quote from: duccarlos on October 29, 2010, 09:49:28 AM
Are you using the 800 calipers? I already did the same fork update, but want to know if I can upgrade the rotors without having to dump too much money on calipers and master cylinder.
Sounds like he is using the whole front end of a s2r1000 but will have it sprung for his weight.
2007 Ducati Monster S4RT
2006 Ducati Monster S2R800 Dark [sold]

orangelion03

Quote from: duccarlos on October 29, 2010, 09:49:28 AM
Are you using the 800 calipers? I already did the same fork update, but want to know if I can upgrade the rotors without having to dump too much money on calipers and master cylinder.

No, the stock 800 calipers are coming off.  If you intend on keeping the stock calipers and MC, your choices for rotors are limited to aftermarket, like Galfer etc.  FYI, I purchased the mc, lines and calipers for $175, and the rotors for $90 pair.  The rear shock is brand new and cost me $175.  All on eBay.
VIVA LA EVOLUCION!!!

duccarlos

Quote from: polivo on November 16, 2011, 12:18:55 PM
my keyboard just served me with paternity suit.

DucHead

You might want to consider getting a second fork.

;D
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causeofkaos

Quote from: DucHead on October 29, 2010, 11:02:22 AM
You might want to consider getting a second fork.

i know i would.  ;D

Sounds like a fun project, i guess you will be hosting the tech day after all.  [thumbsup]
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Mike Qube

Quote from: DucHead on October 29, 2010, 11:02:22 AM
You might want to consider getting a second fork.

;D

new mod.... the single sided front end.

He Man

I dare you. I double dog dare you.

zooom

Quote from: He Man on October 29, 2010, 12:44:12 PM
I dare you. I double dog dare you.

wouldn't be the 1st single sided front I've seen...
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suzyj

I'm getting a feeling of deja vu all over again.  Be sure to paint those calipers gold.  Most of the improvement in swapping from 2 pot to 4 pot calipers is actually due to the colour, not the extra pots (or the extra 20mm of rotor).


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