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Old Oct 27, 2013 | 08:37 PM
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So this is my 2nd swap. The first one was a breeze sinc I did the cbr1000rr swap. Easy bolt up.

But this time, on a smaller budget I am trying the zx10 swap. I have the forks but would appreciate any input from anyone who has done this swap.

I would love to keep my front wheel, which means I probly want 600rr triples. These seem to be way more expensive than the 1000 ones.

My first of many annoying questions is: Can I use my rotors or are they scrap? And I guess, any other tips are hugely welcome. Thanks
Old Oct 28, 2013 | 07:44 AM
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Take a look at this chart. Maybe it will tell you what you want to know.
http://www.eurospares.com/graphics/b...otor-sizes.pdf
Old Oct 28, 2013 | 08:10 AM
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From my point of view, there were three major things to consider when doing this swap, center-to-center distance, offset, and the possibility of getting a stepped upper clamp (as ZX forks are shorter). For all these reasons, I chose 2007+ CBR600RR triples. Note that pre-2005-2006 triples will also do, though they have more offset (IIRC) and are heavier (steel stem vs aluminum). While using triples from other Honda models like 929/954/1000RR may be cheaper (not only at time of purchase, but they wouldn't require machining of upper clamp), they all use 214mm c-to-c measurement (whereas VTR and 600RR use 204mm).....

also, as the stock (cast) 600RR upper looks somewhat flimsy, I used an aftermarket (machined from billet) piece; these can be had on Fleabay for a reasonable price......

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