BHB does a very thorough job of explaining the steps that it takes to bring their custom designs to life. Excellent designs for their customers with a added touch by BHB to make these custom designs that much sweeter.
Absolutely loved every minute of this series! I love how you are super detailed, thorough, and informative with everything! I have a 1983 GS450E that I wanted to scramble before I discovered this beaut in an article several months ago. Started watching videos on how to fix a few things and found this series. So naturally I *had* to watch it! I'm so happy I did because I learned so much about my bike and motorcycles in general and I discovered a badass channel to enjoy for future endeavors. Mad props to Brick House Builds for making (and perfecting!) a stunning vehicle. 👏👏👏
Hey I very much appreciate that! This series of videos has really proven helpful to a bunch of people with GS bikes it seems. This stuff is tricky to figure out sometimes so I just wanted to capture "how it really is" and take everyone through the process. Im happy you liked the series!
It is understandably helpful to us GS owners because you have a trick for all those tricky situations! You are so detailed and particular that I feel like I could do all these things myself after watching your videos! (Despite being a first time rider) But Lord knows if I come into some money I hope you're ready to make a DS450 2.0! Absolutely love this build! Keep on keeping on brother! 🏍️
Great to see some of the build and thoughts behind the design decisions. The levelling up of the striping really sets off the overall look of the bike. Thanks.
I just picked up a 1980 gs450 for free from a friend. Your content has already proven helpful. Very similar to the scramble style I am going with. Thanks.
Fantastic build. Very understated quality. Thanks for sharing and keep on building . I must say I have 50 years experience and you showed me that a young man has great abilities. Cheers Richie UK
Thank you Richie! I really try to have an understated quality to my bikes. 45 out of 50 will walk right by at a show but those 5 who don't typically spend 5 minutes looking at al the details. Thats what I'm after.
I've got an 83 GS450L, I was going to sell it because I haven't touched it in years. I love this clean simple design maintaining much of the original bike. I think I'll keep mine and do something similar now.
Just got one of these and wish I could buy that exhaust system, headed in the same direction with it and have the same issue with the right side fouling plugs but then I found a bad connection at the signal generator plug and it's a champ now.
Hello BHB, I bought a 1980 GS450s with only 2,000 miles last March. I am in the process of convert it to a Cafe Racer. I did not have spark on right cylinder due to bad CDI. That was the only issue regarding engine. The bike was left outdoor since 2004. I am taking my time to convert it to a proper Cafe Racer. I am fortunate to invest all the money and time toward the exterior instead of engine and electrical issue.
Hi, First of what a beautifull looking build. I am very inspired. As I am doing a similar build with an 1983 gs450(e)(s) There is 2 questions I would be gratefull tobfind an answer for.. 1) what brand/type is the stronger rear suspension? Whats the lenght of this suspension? 2) are you aware if there are any height differences with the front suspention in between the early 1980 gs450 models? Or is it only the tank and seat? Thank you for your time Ramses
I could tell it was one of your bike builds as soon as it came in for repairs… it has THAT stance and looks great. As expected, the pipes look really nice and flowing - did you say they’re satin white? Oh, by the way, what bike is it that provides that glorious snarling howl as it does a flypast in your opening BHB intro? A whole evenings entertainment - solid content and boy you’re no quitter! Well done - thanks.
I like the bike very much - I'm converting a GS400L into a DesertSled. I took the front wheel from the GN400 and the rear wheel from the GS400. both 18 inch with Conti TKC80 tires. in Germany I am bound by TÜV - unfortunately.
Leveling out the tank and putting a flatter seat on the bike made all the difference. Of all of the Japanese vintage bikes (Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki) is there one that's easier or harder to work on, or are they all about the same?
Ohhh tough question. Electrically I'd say 78+ Yamahas were the most overly complicated where Suzuki/Honda would be the most simple. Mechanically I haven't found a huge difference in difficulty as long as you have good info in front of you.
My grandpa recently gave me his 82 gs450 that had been sitting out at his farm for a good 10 years or so and this series has been awesome! I can’t thank you enough for all of your insight, it’s made working on my first bike so much more enjoyable. You mentioned you kept the air box in part to make tuning a bit easier. Did you still have to rejet with the new exhaust or was it close enough tuning the carbs was sufficient?
Fingers crossed I can figure it out if I do make a change there haha. Maybe you mentioned it and I missed it, what muffler did you use on that exhaust?
How were you able to drop the gas tank in the front and raise it in the back to achieve those lines? That’s always been my biggest complaint with my 80’ 450L. The lines on the tank flowing into the seat on this bike are perfect
The link below is to my the Brick House Builds Facebook page specifically the build album for this bike. You can see the mounts within that. I have a full detailed start to finish album for each bike. facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=BrickHouseBuilds&set=a.1770034456351515
love the series.. i actually got a 1980 gs450l recently and started working on it (needs A LOT of tlc)! i need to rejet my carbs because i wanna use pod filters and eventually swap out the stock exhaust for a 2:1.. do you have any suggestions to where i can get info on how to rejet properly? any help/guidance would be much appreciated.
Well jetting is a dark art we are never masters of but rather students. My biggest advice to the process is to make 1 and only 1 change at a time. With the jetting, a ballpark(will not be exact at all) will likely be a 135+main, 22.5 ish pilot, and 2.5 turns out on the screws. It will test you. Be sure to confirm float height and float pivot condition as these I've seen get really loose causing difficult float adjustments. With the pods, DO NOT cheap out and use the ole' Ebay $7.99 units. Try a UNI pk92 foam filter or quality k&n level mesh type. The inlet is important as the cheaper pods typically block the air inlets due to having a large internal wall. Quality filters have better openings.
Sweet build. Inspired to continue my '83 GS450GA. Two questions: 1) Are both those tires from the rear of other GS450s? 2) where did you get the fork boots from?
Thank you. Just head to the link shown with the tires. See what sizes are available and choose based off that. The front tire on this bike is wider than recommended but it performs just fine. The boots came from Dime City Cycles.
Hello BJ, am I mistaken but I thought I remember you doing a original build video series on the GS scrambler. I was going to rewatch it and can’t seem to find it. Please let me know Thanks,Carl
No sir I built this bike before I was doing youtube. You can see some diag and repair videos in this playlist or the full photo build thread in the photos section on my facebook page
@@BrickHouseBuilds well that explains it I must have been hallucinating about this. 😆 Maybe it was the CX build I remember anyway Thanks for setting me straight on this. Enjoy your videos especially the scrambler builds how bout a adventure bike build??
That I'm not too sure on. I had only scratched the surface reading into gs500 swaps and parts interchanges for power and reliability. There is also some rare 650 suzuki twin based off the same engine design thats interesting. I'm sure someone makes some goodies for these things though.
@@joseandresgenel7702 Again thank you! There are multiple videos on it as it was in for a running issue. There is also a full build album on my Facebook page
Bro can you help me out with a few tips on my GS400 I’m at my wits end with it and I’m really not wanting to give up on her she’s ratted out like yours a bit and I’m certain it’s something to do with the carbs
Hey Gabriel, I have made so many videos on diagnosing bikes and how to approach issues that I really suggest referencing those first along with picking up a service manual. It is unfortunate but I simply can not keep up with all of the requests for diagnosing peoples bikes. 99% of the time it is a basic issue that was overlooked or a simple test not performed. A service manual and digital multimeter will get you a long way and save you so much money. Check out my latest video diagnosing a cb750 headlight issue to see what my mindset is here.
Hey Mike, they are shinko 700s. I didn't list the sizes because I swapped wheels on this bike to an 18/17 combo. The tires themselves are linked in the description though
@@BrickHouseBuilds AHHH shit thats what i thought this 19 is tooo tall. Now you are gonna have me wanting to get 18/17.. i think after watching your videos i recall you saying that . Now to find which rims you used lol. you the man thanx and truly love watching you all day while im working.
Unless I had the bike in person I cant build to a specific bike. Even then it is a very labor intensive process. I do have a video dropping tomorrow on building dang near an exact copy though.
@@BrickHouseBuilds I’m working on a bike and hit a wall, trying to find enduro front 100/9019, no issues there. But cannot find a 110/90/17 rear and it’s killing me man lol
@@BP-xv4bn you will have to calculate the sizes listed as inches to see the equivalent. 110mm ÷ 25.4 = the inch measurement which you can use to figure it all out
@@BrickHouseBuilds I did man, but cannot find a scrambler tire under 4.6 for rear man. Anymore suggestions or a rear that’s equivalent to 110/90/17 rear enduro I’m all ears and would be much… much grateful as I’m near giving up
BHB does a very thorough job of explaining the steps that it takes to bring their custom designs to life. Excellent designs for their customers with a added touch by BHB to make these custom designs that much sweeter.
Thank you very much John!
Absolutely loved every minute of this series! I love how you are super detailed, thorough, and informative with everything!
I have a 1983 GS450E that I wanted to scramble before I discovered this beaut in an article several months ago.
Started watching videos on how to fix a few things and found this series. So naturally I *had* to watch it! I'm so happy I did because I learned so much about my bike and motorcycles in general and I discovered a badass channel to enjoy for future endeavors.
Mad props to Brick House Builds for making (and perfecting!) a stunning vehicle. 👏👏👏
Hey I very much appreciate that! This series of videos has really proven helpful to a bunch of people with GS bikes it seems. This stuff is tricky to figure out sometimes so I just wanted to capture "how it really is" and take everyone through the process. Im happy you liked the series!
It is understandably helpful to us GS owners because you have a trick for all those tricky situations! You are so detailed and particular that I feel like I could do all these things myself after watching your videos! (Despite being a first time rider) But Lord knows if I come into some money I hope you're ready to make a DS450 2.0! Absolutely love this build! Keep on keeping on brother! 🏍️
@@finderlifebound6961 well I appreciate that and you can of course do this stuff too. Just takes some good info in front of you and a few tools
@@BrickHouseBuilds Yessir I have a Clymers manual on its way right now thanks to you.
Great to see some of the build and thoughts behind the design decisions. The levelling up of the striping really sets off the overall look of the bike. Thanks.
Thank you! I really feel this is one of my best builds due to the simplicity of it
I just picked up a 1980 gs450 for free from a friend. Your content has already proven helpful. Very similar to the scramble style I am going with. Thanks.
FREE is the best price! They really are fun bikes! I'm very happy the videos are helpful.
Fantastic build. Very understated quality.
Thanks for sharing and keep on building .
I must say I have 50 years experience and you showed me that a young man has great abilities. Cheers Richie UK
Thank you Richie! I really try to have an understated quality to my bikes. 45 out of 50 will walk right by at a show but those 5 who don't typically spend 5 minutes looking at al the details. Thats what I'm after.
How has this channel not blown up yet?! I’ve been binge watching through your playlists all day
Lol I don't make click bait thats why! I appreciate you checking the channel out though!
I've got an 83 GS450L, I was going to sell it because I haven't touched it in years. I love this clean simple design maintaining much of the original bike. I think I'll keep mine and do something similar now.
That sounds like a good move! These are very fun bikes so nothing to lose!
@@BrickHouseBuilds maybe I missed it, where did you get the seat done?
@@adagre I make the pans and have my guy Rich Phillips cover them. He is here in the stl area
Just got one of these and wish I could buy that exhaust system, headed in the same direction with it and have the same issue with the right side fouling plugs but then I found a bad connection at the signal generator plug and it's a champ now.
Thats awesome that it was a simple fix!
Hello BHB, I bought a 1980 GS450s with only 2,000 miles last March. I am in the process of convert it to a Cafe Racer. I did not have spark on right cylinder due to bad CDI. That was the only issue regarding engine. The bike was left outdoor since 2004. I am taking my time to convert it to a proper Cafe Racer. I am fortunate to invest all the money and time toward the exterior instead of engine and electrical issue.
It will make a great cafe for sure! Getting them running well before a conversion is always best.
Has it been expensive ?
Thanks again for this series! I am glad you dragged it out, made for a very thorough series!!
That's the silver lining for sure. Showing the struggle is a good thing.
Hi,
First of what a beautifull looking build.
I am very inspired.
As I am doing a similar build with an 1983 gs450(e)(s)
There is 2 questions I would be gratefull tobfind an answer for..
1) what brand/type is the stronger rear suspension?
Whats the lenght of this suspension?
2) are you aware if there are any height differences with the front suspention in between the early 1980 gs450 models?
Or is it only the tank and seat?
Thank you for your time
Ramses
Thank you Ramses. The suspension parts are linked in the description. I am not aware of specific height differences
That thing looks absolutely killer!! Love all the mods you did. A++ build!!
Thank you so much! This one was a ton of fun
Looks sooo much better than stock!
Thank you!
I could tell it was one of your bike builds as soon as it came in for repairs… it has THAT stance and looks great. As expected, the pipes look really nice and flowing - did you say they’re satin white?
Oh, by the way, what bike is it that provides that glorious snarling howl as it does a flypast in your opening BHB intro?
A whole evenings entertainment - solid content and boy you’re no quitter! Well done - thanks.
This was such a fun bike. Light, great power, stylish, sounds great, and more! The pipe is silver ceramic coated. Thank you much!
This is amazing. How does it handle on the street?
Thank you! Handles great!
@@BrickHouseBuilds awesome to hear! I just picked up a 80 gs450 and I’m not exactly in love with it’s appearance. I love the scrambler style though
This bike looks so good, well done!
And great series
I appreciate it! Thanks for watching them!
Great looking bike. I am looking at picking up a 1987 model that is in original condition. Do you know of any differences to this model?
There are plenty of differences by that year but I would just be googling to tell you what they are.
Was gunna cafe out my 550 but theres some scenic service roads that are calling my name now.
Those roads would be fun for sure but just note an inline 4 bike is not as fun offroad as a light twin...
Excellent work on both the bike and the video. Love it.
Thank you Bill!
I can't wait to see the CBX...
I have at least 5 videos on it so far
I like the bike very much - I'm converting a GS400L into a DesertSled. I took the front wheel from the GN400 and the rear wheel from the GS400. both 18 inch with Conti TKC80 tires. in Germany I am bound by TÜV - unfortunately.
Thats awesome and super close to what I did on this for the wheels! Thanks for the compliment Max!
Leveling out the tank and putting a flatter seat on the bike made all the difference. Of all of the Japanese vintage bikes (Honda, Yamaha, Kawasaki, Suzuki) is there one that's easier or harder to work on, or are they all about the same?
Ohhh tough question. Electrically I'd say 78+ Yamahas were the most overly complicated where Suzuki/Honda would be the most simple. Mechanically I haven't found a huge difference in difficulty as long as you have good info in front of you.
My grandpa recently gave me his 82 gs450 that had been sitting out at his farm for a good 10 years or so and this series has been awesome! I can’t thank you enough for all of your insight, it’s made working on my first bike so much more enjoyable.
You mentioned you kept the air box in part to make tuning a bit easier. Did you still have to rejet with the new exhaust or was it close enough tuning the carbs was sufficient?
Thats awesome! Get that bike going and enjoy it! Yes, jetting changes are needed anytime you make intake or exhaust changes. Its all fine tuning
Fingers crossed I can figure it out if I do make a change there haha. Maybe you mentioned it and I missed it, what muffler did you use on that exhaust?
@@DallinAnderson-b6n its from cone engineering
Thank you for ds storyes. Good job 👍👍
Thank you! I hope they were either entertaining or educational
How were you able to drop the gas tank in the front and raise it in the back to achieve those lines? That’s always been my biggest complaint with my 80’ 450L. The lines on the tank flowing into the seat on this bike are perfect
The link below is to my the Brick House Builds Facebook page specifically the build album for this bike. You can see the mounts within that. I have a full detailed start to finish album for each bike.
facebook.com/media/set/?vanity=BrickHouseBuilds&set=a.1770034456351515
Nice skid plate. Did you make it or bought it. Would love to have one for my bike
I made it. You can see more of it in the photo album section on my Facebook page
Could you post a link to the Dyna ignition you used I am rebuilding an 82 gs ... Cheers Great build.
I think there is
love the series.. i actually got a 1980 gs450l recently and started working on it (needs A LOT of tlc)! i need to rejet my carbs because i wanna use pod filters and eventually swap out the stock exhaust for a 2:1.. do you have any suggestions to where i can get info on how to rejet properly? any help/guidance would be much appreciated.
Well jetting is a dark art we are never masters of but rather students. My biggest advice to the process is to make 1 and only 1 change at a time.
With the jetting, a ballpark(will not be exact at all) will likely be a 135+main, 22.5 ish pilot, and 2.5 turns out on the screws. It will test you. Be sure to confirm float height and float pivot condition as these I've seen get really loose causing difficult float adjustments. With the pods, DO NOT cheap out and use the ole' Ebay $7.99 units. Try a UNI pk92 foam filter or quality k&n level mesh type. The inlet is important as the cheaper pods typically block the air inlets due to having a large internal wall. Quality filters have better openings.
I'd love to have that bike.
Its a blast to play on!
I know this is old, but any info on that 2-1 exhaust would be awesome. Looking for one for an 83 Suzuki GR650.
I made the exhaust actually. You can see more of this in the GS450 album on my Facebook page
Sweet build. Inspired to continue my '83 GS450GA. Two questions: 1) Are both those tires from the rear of other GS450s? 2) where did you get the fork boots from?
Thank you. Just head to the link shown with the tires. See what sizes are available and choose based off that. The front tire on this bike is wider than recommended but it performs just fine. The boots came from Dime City Cycles.
@@BrickHouseBuilds thank you!
Hello BJ, am I mistaken but I thought I remember you doing a original build video series on the GS scrambler. I was going to rewatch it and can’t seem to find it. Please let me know Thanks,Carl
No sir I built this bike before I was doing youtube. You can see some diag and repair videos in this playlist or the full photo build thread in the photos section on my facebook page
@@BrickHouseBuilds well that explains it I must have been hallucinating about this. 😆 Maybe it was the CX build I remember anyway Thanks for setting me straight on this. Enjoy your videos especially the scrambler builds how bout a adventure bike build??
Here is a playlist to a cx500 adventure build:
CX500 Scrambler Build!: th-cam.com/play/PLerq_C5Llt2xPScD2iRmA9C68xi-ncLb2.html
And here is a playlist for my KLR650 adventure bike: KLR650 ADV Build: th-cam.com/play/PLerq_C5Llt2w-9X25YBmFv3QL3LeBy8G5.html
Thanks will have to watch that one.
Would love to know the exhaust set up you have going here! Sounds nice and throaty
Thank you. I made the 2 into 1 header and it exits through a cone engineering muffler. I use the same muffler on many bikes and love them.
@@BrickHouseBuilds ahhh I see, very nice. No chance you happen to have an extra for a gs450 laying around to sell..?
No they are one-offs. Each of my custom builds has a handmade exhaust
@@BrickHouseBuilds fair enough! Keep up the content, love it 👍🏼
What is the black paint you use on the engine? couldn't quite make out what you said.
I would have used either VHT or dupli-color engine paint. I use both often
Question is there any racing cams or positions made for the 450? Looking to create more power!
That I'm not too sure on. I had only scratched the surface reading into gs500 swaps and parts interchanges for power and reliability. There is also some rare 650 suzuki twin based off the same engine design thats interesting. I'm sure someone makes some goodies for these things though.
Love it, man!
Just get some miles on it and keep taking pics!
awsommmeeeee!!!! where did you ger that flyscreen? or how can i find one
Thank you. I made it
Amazing job man, really
@@joseandresgenel7702 Again thank you! There are multiple videos on it as it was in for a running issue. There is also a full build album on my Facebook page
Bro can you help me out with a few tips on my GS400 I’m at my wits end with it and I’m really not wanting to give up on her she’s ratted out like yours a bit and I’m certain it’s something to do with the carbs
Hey Gabriel, I have made so many videos on diagnosing bikes and how to approach issues that I really suggest referencing those first along with picking up a service manual. It is unfortunate but I simply can not keep up with all of the requests for diagnosing peoples bikes. 99% of the time it is a basic issue that was overlooked or a simple test not performed. A service manual and digital multimeter will get you a long way and save you so much money. Check out my latest video diagnosing a cb750 headlight issue to see what my mindset is here.
any info on the seat you used? I see you changed how it mounts so it must be from underneath but still clips in front? TIA
I made the seat entirely. In the final episode I show some before photos.
Another question sorry. the tires on this? stock 19 and 16 rims? what size tires and make etc? love the pattern having hard time finding them.
Hey Mike, they are shinko 700s. I didn't list the sizes because I swapped wheels on this bike to an 18/17 combo. The tires themselves are linked in the description though
@@BrickHouseBuilds AHHH shit thats what i thought this 19 is tooo tall. Now you are gonna have me wanting to get 18/17.. i think after watching your videos i recall you saying that . Now to find which rims you used lol. you the man thanx and truly love watching you all day while im working.
@@mikepeck9260 As a Scrambler a 19 in front is a good move still. E model bikes are where you can source wheels
What tire set up so you have?
There is a link to them in the description for ya. Shinko 700s
How u did the 18” rear wheel coversion?
There are different models of each suzuki GS platform. E models are sport oriented and have 18s so this was a direct swap.
Could I pay you to fabricate another exhaust like yours for my gs450
Unless I had the bike in person I cant build to a specific bike. Even then it is a very labor intensive process. I do have a video dropping tomorrow on building dang near an exact copy though.
What exhaust system did you put on this build?
I made it. I talk more about it in the first episode.
Where did you get the fairing
I made it
@@BrickHouseBuilds of course you did lol. Dang man you’re talented. I won’t one for my gs 450 lol
@@BP-xv4bn haha thank ya. Its a piece of sheet metal with a light bend in it. I have photos on my Facebook page in the gs450 album
@@BrickHouseBuilds good stuff man.
Beautiful except the rear light is ugly AF
Well, that's the first I've heard on the light but everyone is different and we can't all like the same stuff. That would be boring. Thank you though
69 likes. Nice.
What size tires do you have on this thing
I didn't list the sizes as they are non standard wheels being a 18/17 combo
@@BrickHouseBuilds I’m working on a bike and hit a wall, trying to find enduro front 100/9019, no issues there. But cannot find a 110/90/17 rear and it’s killing me man lol
@@BP-xv4bn you will have to calculate the sizes listed as inches to see the equivalent. 110mm ÷ 25.4 = the inch measurement which you can use to figure it all out
@@BrickHouseBuilds I did man, but cannot find a scrambler tire under 4.6 for rear man. Anymore suggestions or a rear that’s equivalent to 110/90/17 rear enduro I’m all ears and would be much… much grateful as I’m near giving up
@@BP-xv4bn I believe a kenda big block is sold in a 120. I use revzilla