- at the recent Barry Sheene Festival of Speed, I was introduced to some sensational bling for old zeddies - New Generation Classic - or NGC. This is a line of products that Graeme Crosby has designed for old zeds, starting with upgraded triple clamps. It has only just been released - so you guys are getting the *very* early mail on this new design.The name NGC refers to bringing the old classic’s into modern times by using modern materials and design - but still holding onto those classic old style that we have grown to love. There are 2 types of triple-clamp that are available for the Z9/Z1000. One style has a 50mm offset and uses the standard 36mm forks. The second style allows for the fitment of either ZX10 or ZX6 front-ends. Basically - you can bolt a set of these triple clamps up to your stock Z9 or Z1000, and then fit an entire front end from a 10 or a 6 !!
Technically, it has been designed to provide a more sporty feel to the steering than the standard set-up. They both come with brackets to hold the standard instruments.
I will be looking to have Croz make me a set that can bolt into a 1983 GPz1100. The basic dimensions are similiar to a Z9/Z1000, but with a slightly thicker steering stem. One of the GPz's tucked into the 4th Dimension is booked in for a Shadowfax tank & seat unit - so the use of a ZX10 front end on this bike would seem to be appropriate
. Not sure on the back-end treatment yet, but thinking about a ZX9 shock & swingarm etc.....So without any furher ado - Here are some pics of the triple-clamps. In the flesh - they are a really classy piece of equipment.
36mm forks with 50mm offset clamps in T6061.
ZX10/ZX6 forks set up in a Z900
At this stage, Croz will be listing these triple clamps for sale through the following website - http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx?id=461485221.
At this stage I am hoping that a set for the old Geeper can be made up so I can kick that build off soon.
