1992 GSX-R600 Resucitation

Would like to get it cleaned up and running well first, mostly stock nothing ridiculous. Have always liked the classic look of the older gixxers. Working on repairing the fairings, then they'll get prepped/painted. Looking foward to spending some quality time around the Pacific Northwest this summer on it.

Probably stick with the stock airbox and a K&N element. Everything I have read suggests that there is no gain with pods on the 600. Plan on using Factory Pro kit for carbs (thanks CCMHunt!) and even they suggest stock airbox. Did score another set of stock headers with a V&H slip-on. Also just received a set of race tech .95kg springs for the forks.

yeah, the master cylinder rebuild is on the list for the end of the season, surprisingly both were in decent condition. Appreciate the advice and comments, making this much easier and more enjoyable than it would have been all on my own.

Yeah, originally I had planned on changing the color to something a little easier to keep clean, but now I think they'll just get a fresh powder coat or white next winter. Wasn't submerged, well, not literally, though it did spend a few uncovered seasons in the Pac NW (which is kind of the same thing).
Have most of the cleaning/repairing/restoring done, now time to start working on fairings and getting them repainted.

Yeah, I already rummaged through all my house, now looking for excuses to have the neighbors invite me in :shifty lol. My daughter suggested hitting up the beading section at a hobby store as they use small bits like that, if I get time this weekend I'll give it a shot. I had planned on changing the float and cap screws all along for ease of maintenance, but also did the rack mounts because every single one of them stripped first try, it's like they make carb screws out of butter. Got excited to get the motor back in the cradle and had my son help, we got the motor jacked in place and the rear bolts in when I realized that the airbox was still sitting on the bench:banghead. Made for a good stopping point for dinner at least. That stupid air box is huge.

I have the size of the washer, and the other three carbs all have it, just can't find a source for them. Most hardware places don't go below 4mm that I have been able to find. My son brought over a big box full of old computer hardware, so maybe I'll get lucky and find something in there. Doesn't appear to be any listing for the washer, or even the mixture screw itself, in any of the fiche I've looked through. I have sent an email to Mikuni, but doubt that will help much. Thanks for the offer though:thumbup

thanks CCM, found some locally finally though.

anthonyrr said:

Great Job!

Doesn't it make you appreciate it more when you bring them back from the brink!

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It does, and you have the bonus of getting to know your bike inside out. Already have my eye out for another WC bike for my son, or a TL if I find a good project bike. This site was invaluable in helping me get through the rebuild, and the members here rock!