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Message started by sw9 on 08/11/21 at 23:23:40

Title: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by sw9 on 08/11/21 at 23:23:40

S40 Custom Parts Source ?

It seems like slim pickens out there, any recommendations ?

Thanks Steve

Title: Re: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by Dave on 08/12/21 at 03:42:05

The S40 was a low production bike, and there is not a lot of specialized aftermarket parts made specifically for the Savage.

What kind of "custom" things are your looking for?

Title: Re: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by sw9 on 08/12/21 at 04:30:42

Hardtails, Rigid struts, Short shocks, Electrical storage, Header (not muffler) options, Performance engine parts, Air bag seat, etc.

Title: Re: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by Eegore on 08/12/21 at 08:11:37

Yeah the Savage is such a low production that the specialty market is also going to be low in production.

Blue Collar Bobbers makes some stuff.

RYCA just stopped making their hardtail and custom tank but you might be able to find some.

Most everything I see for a Savage is custom built. Check the Savage photos thread, there is a ton of custom work in there.

Title: Re: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by Dave on 08/12/21 at 08:52:03

24206E570 wrote:

Hardtails, Rigid struts, Short shocks.

Are you someone who likes pain?

Have you ever ridden a hardtail?

Title: Re: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by Fast 650 on 08/12/21 at 09:22:38

Custom parts for a Savage are done the way custom bikes were built in the 60's, you adapt parts from other bikes or make the parts yourself.

The same goes for performance parts. The closest thing to a catalog for performance parts is Lancer's stage 3 cam, Wiseco piston, and VM kit. Anything beyond that and you are in "make it yourself" territory.

Title: Re: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by Hiko on 08/12/21 at 21:11:37

I am in awe of someone wanting hard struts
Half the mods on my bike have been to do with making it softer, rear shocks, seat, rear tyre. So much more enjoyable now

Title: Re: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by zipidachimp on 08/12/21 at 21:47:51

DC MOTIVE for adjustable top tree for lowering front end.
dcmotive.com
Cheers! 8-)

Title: Re: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by sw9 on 08/12/21 at 21:55:25

Quote:

DC MOTIV for adjustable top tree for lowering front end.
Cheers! 8-)

Thanks

Title: Re: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by sw9 on 08/12/21 at 22:07:22

Quote:

I am in awe of someone wanting hard struts
Half the mods on my bike have been to do with making it softer, rear shocks, seat, rear tyre. So much more enjoyable now

I understand, I am going to experiment with the air bag and tire pressure a little bit and and be more aware of my road choices.

Also I have more of a Builder mentality at this point.

Title: Re: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by ohiomoto on 08/13/21 at 04:34:49

Voodoo makes a hardtail kit for the LS650: https://voodoovintage.com/products/suzuki-ls650-s40-savage-mk-33

They also make complete frames and front ends.

Title: Re: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by sw9 on 08/13/21 at 05:19:41

Quote:

They also make complete frames and front ends.

thanks

Title: Re: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by Gary_in_NJ on 08/13/21 at 05:33:24

46420C350 wrote:

I have more of a Builder mentality at this point.

What exactly does this mean? I’ve built a number of bikes (and houses and airplanes) over the years and certainly consider myself a builder, but one goal is always to improve upon the original design, not detract. Being a “builder” doesn’t mean turning the bike into an ass-hammer.

Please describe the hard tail airbag…is the airbag on a seat suspension?

Title: Re: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by sw9 on 08/14/21 at 21:29:58

575D59535851555C020400300 wrote:

[quote author=46420C350 link=1628749420/0#9 date=1628831242] I have more of a Builder mentality at this point.

Title: Re: S40 Custom Parts Source ?
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 08/15/21 at 21:59:19

If bikes came without shocks or fenders,that is what everyone would be trying to fix.