Project: SV650 GSXR Front End Swap (Lessons Learned)

Links to all the parts (not including the OEM SV650 parts that directly transferred over) I used for the GSXR front end swap:
-2006/2007 GSXR 600 fork (purchased used locally)
-2006/2007 GSXR 600 triple minus the upper clamp (purchased used locally)
-2005/2006 GSXR 1000 upper clamp (purchased used locally)
-Aztec8 speedometer mount (www.aztec8.com)
-4x 1.75" T-bolt clamps (www.siliconeintakes.com)
-SVRP 3.5" riser clip-ons (www.svracingparts.com)
-SVRP brake reservoir mount (www.svracingparts.com)
-GSXR radial master cylinder (purchased used locally)
-CRG RC2 shorty lever for the GSXR radial master cylinder (purchased off ebay)
-Galfer SS brake lines with double banjo pre-bent 90 degrees at the master cylinder and
measured to fit the GSXR front end with the 3.5" riser clip-ons (www.svracingparts.com)
-GSXR radial calipers (purchased used locally)
-2006/2007 GSXR front wheel (purchased used locally)
-2006/2007 GSXR front fender (purchased used locally)
-8x 1/4" rare earth magnets (www.leevalley.com)
-8x 1/4" rare earth magnet holders (www.leevalley.com)
-8x nuts and bolts to hold the magnets + magnet holders in place (www.leevalley.com)
-1" x 3" sheet aluminum bent to hold the hall effect sensor 2-3mm away from the face of the rotating magnets (Home Depot)
-Hall effect sensor (Search Cherry hall effect sensor on Ebay)
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SVRiders thread on the magnets + hall effect setup:
www.svrider.com/forum/showthre...
Tool for removing the castle nuts that holds the triple tree in place to the frame:
www.parktool.com/product/crank...
Please visit SVRiders.com for anything else you need to know. It is there, trust me.
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[@BeinRad]

Just got those on order yesterday thanks to some of the awesome threads on SV Rider. Working on getting this GSXR shock to cooperate later tonight. Thanks again.

[@spentfuelpool]

If you shop around and be patient the right one will come along. I got my 06/07 GSXR front end for 350 total including the front wheel/rims/rotors/calipers etc. After selling all my SV front end components on SVRiders I ended up almost breaking even! The GSXR forks are definitely shorter. I got them professionally tuned today along with my ZX10R rear shock. The mechanic told me the GSXR front end puts my bike 20mm LOWER than the optimal SV setting so I should expect a quicker turn in.

[@BeinRad]

Excellent, thorough video. Thanks for all the information and the write up with links. I just got my forks on yesterday and was trying to verify size of the magnets for the speedo. Here in a few this GSXR1000 shock is going on too. Thanks again for the post.

[@spentfuelpool]

For the OEM GSXR 600 front rotor (06-07) I used 1/4inch diameter magnets + the corresponding cup holders from Lee Valley Tools. I can't verify the size of other rotors...but all the info should definitely be on SVRiders forum. Good luck!

[@spentfuelpool]

But yeah, overall using the GSXR front end + ZX10R rear shock combo has definitely increased handling and comfortability in riding. Highly recommend it!

[@spentfuelpool]

I reused the stock SV bearings at the neck. You have to use the GSXR front wheel with the GSXR fork so you cannot reuse any of the SV spacer/front wheel components. I bought the entire front end complete (w/ wheel) so I did not have to search for the pieces individually.

[@MotoGreciaMarios]

OK I'll follow your advice. Thanks a lot!

[@fionabearbear6557]

Damn good looking bike. I'm jealous. I want an sv650 naked sooo badly. Only thing I would change is put some Renthal fatbar handle bars on there. Complements the upright riding position of the bike, more predictable handling.

[@FullMetalGoat]

thank you sir, tiz the info i was looking for. ill hunt down the spacers on fleabay

[@spentfuelpool]

yeah, i don't think i couldve done this without the svriders forum =P

[@mobiledetail4you]

very nice. Thanks for the detailed description. Looks good! How do you like the end result? Compared with time and difficulty of the swap?

[@corvinlord]

Hi, I am replacing handlebar set up on my sv650. I already have a gsxr set up and trying to decide if I should go with a 3" rise or 2". Do you by chance have any pictures of your bike where I could look more closely? And whats your opinion on 3" risers, is it aggressive enough for canyon riding? Thank you!

[@housesACM]

Good job! You had some problem with the differents steam, k6(28 mm) vs stock sv steam (25 mm)???

[@FrenchcoreFlava]

If you still have this bike, you can turn your LHS fork tube around so the scratches are hidden :)

[@Muscleduck]

Very interesting video. THanks a lot. I had an accident where a car hit me on the front left and the left 'leg' of the frontend is bent a bit. I'm contemplating if I'm selling the bike or doing a swap like you. It looks amazing btw. How did this influence the ride?

[@SupramanTRD]

really want to see a sv650 with the gsxr inverted forks with actual handlebars. As well the gsxr 180 rear tire and rear shock

[@Labtec86]

Same here but the price would go through the roof

[@MotoGreciaMarios]

Excellent video, thank you very much. I've got a question: 1.75" t-bolt clamp in metric is 43mm. The fork leg at that point however is 50mm. How can this fit? Especially since you state that you need larger clamps than the fork diameter.

[@TheCBurtz]

Great job! I wish I could afford a gixxer front end lol. What kind of difference are you noticing in handling? Every body says it feels more planted...

[@junglie]

z zr600 kawasaki front forks drop straight in old sv1999-2002 models yokes, the front wheels the same size too & better brekes.oOnly drawback is the speedo drive is mechanical so you'll need a zzr600 compatable speedo.

[@FullMetalGoat]

so ive got a question about the neck bearings. did you just get stock sv bearings or use your current ones i guess you could say? and what about spacers between the wheel and forks. did you need any or have to search for them?

[@hansevers]

Did you have any issues with the steerer tube fitting in the nike? What about the bearings, which did you use? I've got a 2011 GSXR1000 front end. thanks

[@rootBiker]

I know this is a little off-topic, but can you tell me what wind shield are you using?

[@paulkozlowski4791]

How did you know what size and type of magnets to use for your speed sensor?

[@wombatmoto1938]

Are you on svrider? a lot of people would like to see this.

[@giancarlocedeno8228]

Hey man I'm about to install those risers on my sv650s naked conversion how are they?

[@homiefizzle5260]

what did you do for the speedometer pick up

[@spentfuelpool]

Also everything i'm saying ONLY applies to the 06-07 GSXR 600/750 fork.

[@arthur445]

how is the ride quality?

[@spentfuelpool]

The tapered region is NOT 50mm!!! I made that mistake when i ordered fork clamps from Aztec8. I bought the 50mm size which were way too large for the tapered region. 50mm is the lower diameter which is below the tapered region. I am not sure what the exact size for the tapered region is but the 1.75" t-bolt clamp definitely fits. I bought both the 1.50" and 1.75". The 1.50" were too small. Good luck!

[@Bobnessful]

why did you not attach the front sway bar???

[@havoc010101]

Where is a good place to source the parts for the front end swap? Is there a way to purchase everything so that all you have do is bolt it on? Thanks!! Great video!!

[@SwagA52298]

havoc010101 Craigslist, eBay, and motorcycles forum's. I've seen complete gsxr front-ends sale for as low as 500 with the wheel.

[@ylism]

How much of an improvement was there to the bikes handling, over the stock setup ??

[@leonoff89]

was it difficult how long did it take

[@moorepower13]

How much has all your extra keys destroyed you top clamp?

[@mellowflip]

Hi guys I have the 04 gsxr front end. I had my tires changed and noticed when I was installing the wheel that there is no axle spacer at all. I’m pretty sure nothing fell when I was taking it off. Does anyone have the same year? I just wanna make sure I’m not missing anything. Please help! Thanks

[@daniellele9634]

Hey bro did u sawp the headlight out with the stock one or did ur come with that headlight?

[@itzmatt8548]

Daniel Lele I would like to know as well. I like the look of the windscreen as well

[@juancho-fh1oy]

What about the speedometer? How it works?

[@voxmortis5636]

But does it still have ABS?

[@hendrxx_]

anyone know what bar ends and mirrors he's running here?

[@boristhecat19]

Hey man, what Galfer brake line kit did you get? I bought a kit for a GSX-R 750, but they were too short so I have to return them.

[@spentfuelpool]

I came across two issues with buying brake lines for the GSXR front end conversion: 1) I switched from the standard GSXR clip-ons to 3.5" riser clip-ons which brought the handlebars MUCH higher. 2) I switched from the SV master cylinder to the GSXR master cylinder. The GSXR master cylinder requires a 90 degree bend in the banjo whereas the SV does not. I ended up ordering mine through svracingparts (where I also bought the 3.5" risers). I told them I needed the lines fitted for a GSXR front end using their 3.5" risers and the GSXR master cylinder. The product I got from them is this: "Custom Gen 2 2007 SV650 Black SS Front Brake Lines Kit with Option A 90 Degree Radial Mount Fittings for GSXR on SVRP Clip On Bar Set" Not sure how much that helps but I would recommend calling up a motorcycle shop and getting a custom fit. It sounds like you are not using the stock GSXR 750 clip ons or else I don't see why the kit would not fit.

[@boristhecat19]

Correct, I am using woodcraft clip-ons with 2'' of rise. I also bought a Brembo 19x18 master cylinder to replace the decrepit GSX-R master cylinder that I decided not to install. The lines I have now will line up with the master cylinder despite not having a 90 degree bend, but they are two or three inches too short. When I return my current lines, I guess I will just ask them if they can make custom lines for a GSX-R 750 and see if they can just make them 3'' longer than normal. I would use SVRacingparts.com, but I need to return my incorrect lines to the company I bought them from.

[@eliisgreat15]

Where did yoy get that headlamp with the fairing?

[@spentfuelpool]

that is the stock headlamp + front fairing that comes with the 2007 SV650n.

[@daystate123]

The reservoir pipe is kinked

[@mellowflip]

Hi SpentFuel or to whoever that reads this comment I would really appreciate your answer. I have the same exact set up. At the end of your video you said that you’re gonna take it to the shop to have your front suspension professionally measured. Did you research the specifications at all because I do have a second person that could assist me. Please help because it’s very hard to find the measurements on youtube or anywhere else since the bike is now a hybrid so you can’t refer to the manual or the internet for answers. It’s probably there but difficult to find. Thank you!

[@SwagA52298]

I not 100% sure, but I think what he is talking about is having the forks tuned by a professional for his personal rider settings. But if he is indeed talking about the height of the forks, then yes the gsxr forks are slightly shorter then the stock sv forks by about an inch. Most fix this problem by running a taller 120/70 tire as a supposed to the sv 120/60 stock tire.

[@mellowflip]

Urban Kyng Thank you so much for the reply. At the time I composed this question I was still very lost and confused. But I have it all figured out now.

[@dylancallewaert1819]

What windshield is it you have?

[@myqueyo1706]

That's the stock windshield. I have 2 2007 SV650s.

[@johna6968]

Is it really worth all the grief?

[@Kendrickshayesjr]

Jay B you don't have to go this route. There's a better and simpler way.

[@jamesbarros950]

Kendricks Hayes Jr what simpler way do you recommend? Looking at getting back into riding by buying what will become my 4th sv but I want to upgrade the suspension at purchase time

[@SwagA52298]

James Barros in all honesty, the gsxr front is really a bling mod more then function. The cheaper option is to just to upgrade the front fork springs and fork oil. For the rear shock, the zx10 and zx14 units drop right in, and can be had on eBay for cheap. (Brought mines for 30$). I would suggest that you join the sv forum svrider.com for it has tons of info everything dealing with these bikes.

[@jamesbarros950]

Thank you. I'm on svrider (used to be on socalsv back in the day) but there's just SO MUCH info it's hard to find. Any thoughts on emulators? Race-tech is right down the road and I'm pondering working with them.

[@SwagA52298]

James Barros I view it as this, if you consistently ride hard and track the bike, emulators, new springs, and fork oil will give you the best setup. But if you ride hard once in awhile and barely do track days I think springs and fork oil will be fine. For me personally springs and oil give me the solid front-end feel that I wanted.

[@delzotto777]

thought it would look better.. it looks like shit

[@jerryx2000]

lol my nigggaaaaaa