17-02-18, 01:20 AM
(16-02-18, 06:12 AM)mr self destruct link Wrote: The fzs1000 blue spot isn’t a straight swap as such, you need to file a slight amount off the standard 600 bracket and add some washers to line it up with the disc. Apparently they’re far less prone to seizing which is why I converted mine. Still seized though, but I do ride all year round.
I did think about just flipping the bracket, but there’s no way to hold it in place.
I might buy the fz6 bracket just to see if it fits with regards to the axle size, spacing etc. Then if my blue spot caliper fits, all well and good, if not, I’ll buy an fz6 caliper. I’m sure a decent mechanic could weld an aluminium block onto the swingarm too.
Same as that.
I had to file a tiny amount of the FZS600 hanger, I believe I either used a Dremel or maybe a chainsaw file. If you look at the picture of the blue spot on my FZS600 previous post about an inch or so behind the front mounting bolt you can see where a small amount of alloy is removed. Then add a washer about 1.5 mm thick between the inside of the calliper and the mount to line up the calliper so it is central over the disc, if does not have to be within very fine tolerances has the pistons take up any slight discrepancy.
Easy job to do, whether it is worth it or not I will not know until thie weather improves.