Photo: Kerkus Cycles
Admit it: you’d love to take this bad boy for a spin!
Let’s set things straight, Kuala Lumpur’s moto gurus over at Kerkus Cycles are no strangers to the custom two-wheeler realm. Their portfolio hosts some truly fierce pieces of machinery that revolve mostly around Honda’s beasts. Nonetheless, these gifted surgeons will be more than happy to tackle just about any entity, as long as it has two wheels and an engine.
Back in 2016, the Kerkus crew stunned the aftermarket scene with a magnificent 1984 Suzuki GS550E-based creature that’ll have you lost for words. As to the donor, it is put in motion by a four-stroke DOHC inline-four mill, with sixteen valves and a generous displacement of 572cc.
The twin-cooled leviathan is perfectly capable of generating up to 64 hp at 10,000 revs, while a fiendish torque output of 37 pound-feet (50 Nm) will be supplied at around 8,000 rpm. A six-speed transmission channels the powerplant’s force to a chain final drive, leading to a generous top speed of no less than 122 mph (196 kph).
Kerkus Cycles began by tweaking the bike’s subframe to accommodate a one-off tail section that’s been manufactured in-house. The following step consisted of sculpting a pair of curvy knee dents into GS550E’s standard fuel tank.
Next, the team removed its stock hoops to make way for laced alternatives, hugged by top-grade tires from Avon’s range. The forks are held in place by a billet aluminum triple clamp that keeps things clutter-free. Furthermore, clip-on handlebars and a set of rear-mounted foot pegs were equipped to alter the riding stance.
Lastly, the inline-four monster was honored with a bespoke four-into-one exhaust system and pod filters that enable it to breathe a little more freely. To top it all off, a tan leather saddle was added, while the bodywork received a handsome satin black finish. The authors of this paintwork are none other than Bigcat Motorart’s specialists. The Kerkus team didn't mention the total cost of this venture.
What are your thoughts on this sexy thing?
Back in 2016, the Kerkus crew stunned the aftermarket scene with a magnificent 1984 Suzuki GS550E-based creature that’ll have you lost for words. As to the donor, it is put in motion by a four-stroke DOHC inline-four mill, with sixteen valves and a generous displacement of 572cc.
The twin-cooled leviathan is perfectly capable of generating up to 64 hp at 10,000 revs, while a fiendish torque output of 37 pound-feet (50 Nm) will be supplied at around 8,000 rpm. A six-speed transmission channels the powerplant’s force to a chain final drive, leading to a generous top speed of no less than 122 mph (196 kph).
Kerkus Cycles began by tweaking the bike’s subframe to accommodate a one-off tail section that’s been manufactured in-house. The following step consisted of sculpting a pair of curvy knee dents into GS550E’s standard fuel tank.
Next, the team removed its stock hoops to make way for laced alternatives, hugged by top-grade tires from Avon’s range. The forks are held in place by a billet aluminum triple clamp that keeps things clutter-free. Furthermore, clip-on handlebars and a set of rear-mounted foot pegs were equipped to alter the riding stance.
Lastly, the inline-four monster was honored with a bespoke four-into-one exhaust system and pod filters that enable it to breathe a little more freely. To top it all off, a tan leather saddle was added, while the bodywork received a handsome satin black finish. The authors of this paintwork are none other than Bigcat Motorart’s specialists. The Kerkus team didn't mention the total cost of this venture.
What are your thoughts on this sexy thing?
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