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jim knopf
30-05-2007, 02:38 AM
Servus,

here the different stages of my modified GS 500:

in the Year 2003:
http://w1.bikepics.com/pics/2004/12/29/bikepics-264752-full.jpg

in the Year 2004:
http://w1.bikepics.com/pics/2004/12/28/bikepics-264635-full.jpg

in the Year 2005:
http://w2.bikepics.com/pics/2006/12/28/bikepics-756631-full.jpg

in the Year 2006:
http://w2.bikepics.com/pics/2006/12/27/bikepics-756021-full.jpg

in the Year 2007:

"coming soon"

Greetz Jim

Gix11
30-05-2007, 02:54 AM
Nice progress photos mate. I think your photos there basically sum up the trend in the forefront of Fighter design.

madmaxman1986
30-05-2007, 03:27 AM
who the fuck would fighter a gs500?

Gix11
30-05-2007, 03:31 AM
That's Clint's slogan. This thing is a work of art though.

zx12argh
30-05-2007, 07:21 AM
Thats a great example of an evolutionary build... Great inspiration mate - Mines already gone through 2 different looks... only 1 more to go hopefully.

Iceman
30-05-2007, 10:30 AM
Great pics Jim, all's I want to know is, where does it stop? Is there going to be a day when you can't do any more? And if so what then?

jim knopf
30-05-2007, 07:49 PM
quote:Originally posted by Iceman

Great pics Jim, all's I want to know is, where does it stop? Is there going to be a day when you can't do any more? And if so what then?


servus,

yes the end is near for the [8]ball.

and then? i have a new projekt with a gs500. i show you, when finished.

Greetz Jim

Bremo
31-05-2007, 03:35 AM
What a coincidence! today I've picked up the (uk)SF rag to discover this bike! It sure is pretty special, and details are looked after. If the risers would be further apart it would make a nice place for a dashboard too.

The only thing I don't get is to combine such a bike (engine to be specific) with a rear end like that. But thats probably just me, being performance oriëntated!

jim knopf
23-07-2007, 08:18 PM
servus,

here is the actually stand of 2007:

http://w2.bikepics.com/pics/2007/07/22/bikepics-970672-800.jpg

new frontend by BCB, new wheel 5,5x17 with 180/55-17 tyre and the new front brake.

Gix11
23-07-2007, 10:16 PM
Drum brake?
Those new triples are chunky as mate. Extreme to the max! Thanks for the update.

WATEVR
23-07-2007, 10:21 PM
that is a trick front suspension set up hows it feel when your riding, although i dont think handling is a high priority!!

fimpBIKES
23-07-2007, 10:23 PM
its definitely come a long way,
surely its time for a new engine?? (or a turbo EFI setup ;))

Rocket
24-07-2007, 02:33 AM
Crazy bike Jim, I've seen this in a few magazines and stuff.
Awesome work and that new girder front end looks great !
Can't wait to see the next one !!

jim knopf
24-07-2007, 11:32 PM
quote:Originally posted by Gix11

Drum brake?
Those new triples are chunky as mate. Extreme to the max! Thanks for the update.


servus,

itīs an Hydraulic disc brake system in the wheel hub!!! itīnew on the market for harleys!

the fork is a new creation of brandys custom bikes in germany.

thanx @all for the compliments.

greetz jim

NZSF1
31-07-2007, 07:36 PM
Why would you fighter a GS? Cause ya can thats why! especially if it looks like that. Go you good thing.

jim knopf
21-08-2007, 02:47 AM
quote:Originally posted by NZSF1

Why would you fighter a GS? Cause ya can thats why! especially if it looks like that. Go you good thing.


servus,

first, nobody make something like this with a GS500E before!:D

second, i want to have a unikat!:D

third, itīs easier for me to do something like that with a smal bike, for the german street legal.

now here a new picture from a bikeshow in germany:

http://www.gstwins.com/photogallery/albums/userpics/11027/normal_geisel07.jpg

BANDITROD
21-08-2007, 09:35 AM
that is fucking tuff mate [}:)]good work that front suspension looks trick how does she handle[?]

21-08-2007, 04:41 PM
nice bike,saw it in streetfighters mag....

jim knopf
30-10-2007, 03:12 AM
servus,

here another picture from the bikeshow in germany:

http://w3.bikepics.com/pics/2007/10/29/bikepics-1070809-full.jpg

it was the 2 place in the cat. streetbike.

more mods on the gs in februar 08.

so long.[:o)][:o)]

Gix11
30-10-2007, 04:54 PM
Haven't seen it from this side before. It looks even chunkier. Nice one Jim. Thanks for that. What took out 1st place by the way??

Weaselman
30-10-2007, 05:25 PM
got to ask... hows it go? I mean the stock ones we no good...
With the exhaust and all that did you get some decent howl out of it?

jim knopf
04-08-2008, 08:33 PM
servus,

here is the newest mod for the GS:

http://w3.bikepics.com/pics/2008/08/03/bikepics-1373906-800.jpg

its a front end from the harley fat boy.

more pics in 2 weeks.

Iceman
05-08-2008, 09:16 PM
Hey Jim, looks good. I reckon you've had more frontends on that, than I've had hot breakfasts. lol. What's next?

jim knopf
05-08-2008, 10:35 PM
quote:Originally posted by Iceman

Hey Jim, looks good. I reckon you've had more frontends on that, than I've had hot breakfasts. lol. What's next?

servus ice,

thanxx for the compliment and next mod is a new gs 500 in fighterstyle.

here the first mod:
http://w3.bikepics.com/pics/2008/08/05/bikepics-1376047-800.jpg

its an honda sc57 shock.

BANDITROD
06-08-2008, 09:04 AM
that is a thing of beauty mate :D

jim knopf
21-08-2008, 12:44 AM
servus,

the new frontbrake-caliper is installed:
http://w3.bikepics.com/pics/2008/08/15/bikepics-1386366-800.jpg

more pictures on saturday!:D

atomic
21-08-2008, 12:48 AM
thats one gr8 looking bike mate top job

jim knopf
18-09-2008, 03:13 AM
servus,

here the newest pic from the gs:

http://w3.bikepics.com/pics/2008/09/13/bikepics-1415819-800.jpg

the picture was taken on the bike week in Faak/Austria 2008.

iīve 1500 km in 6 days witout any problem.

for the moment the gs is finished, only a new front femīnder is coming in the next weeks.

the new projekt bike is still on work and finished in december 08.

BANDITROD
18-09-2008, 07:21 AM
awsome stuff as usual jim keep up the good work

RED ZX
18-09-2008, 10:36 AM
Man that is probably the most evolved bike I have ever seen.

Very nice, very original.

Cant wait to see the next "finished" project.

jim knopf
03-10-2008, 01:44 AM
Servus,

so the first plans for the new front on the eightball in labor.

the good thing is that the harley parts can continue to be used and hence the cool light output is maintained. perhaps only on ne 100 watt bulb change.

shocksystem fare is about 750 eu, wheel just as much. plus the cost of materials, tire, chrome and registration.

So keep in limitless.

started when the TÜV is convinced by the plan and its ok there.

jim knopf
05-06-2009, 01:02 AM
servus,

the new exhaust is installed. its a BSM Future for the GS500E.

http://p1.bikepics.com/pics/2009/06/04/bikepics-1687689-800.jpg

now testride!:D:D

CBRRRT
05-06-2009, 02:46 AM
Servus Jim.

Wie geht es Deutsh Dude? gantz tol Strasskampfen mein freund.[8D]

Iceman
05-06-2009, 08:20 AM
Looks good Jim. How's your other project coming along?

sen
11-06-2009, 10:09 PM
That's the most ridiculous and awesome GS500 i've ever seen.. love it! I learned to ride on a GS, and still think they're an awesome little bike.. never imagined one could look like that though haha.

jim knopf
27-07-2009, 08:09 PM
quote:Originally posted by Iceman

Looks good Jim. How's your other project coming along?




servus,

the other project is still on work. i think dezember 09!:D

now new pic from the eightball:

http://p1.bikepics.com/pics/2009/07/26/bikepics-1737304-800.jpg

shorter frontend, new headlight and new riser.

Fight_fan
28-07-2009, 07:22 AM
It never stops does it mate?! Awesome stuff...as usual! ;)

JackTar
30-07-2009, 04:17 PM
I have got that copy of streetfighter mag, nice bit of kit mate.

jim knopf
23-12-2009, 04:37 AM
quote:Originally posted by Iceman

Looks good Jim. How's your other project coming along?




servus,

ice the streetfighter-project is dead!
this is the last picture:

http://p1.bikepics.com/pics/2009/05/26/bikepics-1678947-800.jpg

all parts are sold or for the bike.

this is the new bike:

http://gstwins.com/photogallery/albums/userpics/11027/normal_Bild006.jpg

frame: BMW Bj.36
frontend: Harley
tank: Harley
engine: GS500E
wheels: Honda CBR900 3,5x16 and 5,5x17
exhaust: Selfmade

thats all!:D

Iceman
23-12-2009, 07:38 AM
After seeing the 8ball develop over the years, I can't wait to see what you do with this one. Keep us posted mate.

mitch.lax
24-12-2009, 12:36 PM
The front end of the new bike looks epic, but I hope to christ you aren't going hard-tail with it.
Oh, and kudos for putting so much time into an old hat 500 to turn it into something really special. 8ball is a magic build.

jim knopf
16-08-2010, 08:31 PM
servus,

i have installed a new frontend in the orange gs and a new headlieght:

http://p1.bikepics.com/pics/2010/08/14/bikepics-2039038-800.jpg

thats all for this season, rest work in the winter.

BANDITROD
16-08-2010, 08:41 PM
fucking top stuff as usual jim

RevHead
16-08-2010, 09:01 PM
that looks tuff as ,

jim knopf
12-10-2010, 02:54 AM
servus,

wintertime in germany!

the next stages are in work.

waiting for this:
http://p1.bikepics.com/pics/2010/10/11/bikepics-2077598-full.jpg
and then installed. also anew exhaust, new belly pen and a new drag bar.

solong till march 2011.

jim knopf
31-10-2010, 03:20 AM
servus,

the airride is installed.

look here at the movie: http://vimeo.com/16324849

jim knopf
04-11-2010, 04:18 AM
servus,

the new exhaust for the bike is finished:

http://gstwins.com/photogallery/albums/userpics/11027/normal_MIMG_0089.jpg

jim knopf
31-01-2011, 10:22 PM
servus,

a new gs500 is started:

http://p1.bikepics.com/pics/2011/01/31/bikepics-2142420-full.jpg

Harley frontend
3,5x17 front wheel
5,5x17 rear wheel
selfmade exhaust
modified b12 swingarm

jim knopf
02-03-2011, 05:30 AM
servus,

here the actally Stand:

http://p1.bikepics.com/pics/2011/03/01/bikepics-2161332-full.jpg

only paint and the brakes are not done!:D

jim knopf
06-07-2011, 05:57 AM
servus,

so the new bike is nearly finished:

http://gstwins.com/photogallery/albums/userpics/11027/PRANCER-fertig2011_001.jpg

wackyrider
06-07-2011, 08:29 AM
It seems lik you really love your GS's mate.

xa-mont
06-07-2011, 08:41 AM
Thats a crazy brake setup on the front there mate! very different.

phil delivers
08-07-2011, 05:57 AM
Really impressive builds!!!!!

bladehunter
08-07-2011, 04:54 PM
fucking insane

jim knopf
24-07-2011, 03:29 AM
Servus,

so today installed the new leg rests and a mirror on the Orange.

Now just waiting for the revised offset shaft of the rocker and then it can go back on the slopes.

And Thanx for the Compliments!:D:D

http://p1.bikepics.com/2011/07/23/bikepics-2244836-full.jpg

http://p1.bikepics.com/2011/07/23/bikepics-2244837-full.jpg

jim knopf
27-08-2011, 02:41 AM
servus,

so the next project bike is started:

http://p1.bikepics.com/2011/08/26/bikepics-2263009-800.jpg

next coming:
Elektrik
Exhaust
Fenders
Handlebar
Lights

V8er
27-08-2011, 09:50 AM
I can dig it.

Iceman
27-08-2011, 01:43 PM
Nice one Jim, I'm doing a similar thing with a Z250.