Ruttly wrote on 05/05/17 at 06:53:26:
You want a rolling chassis
No, not really. An LS650 could provide most of what I need after the defining features of the ST are sourced (frame, swingarm, tank, side panels, fender assembly). If I can't get the defining items I might do a resto-mod version of an ST400 in which case I'm only interested in the frame, swingarm, tank and a few other odds and ends. I'm half thinking about a GSXR600 t-clamp and forks too, but finding a wheel hub that would accept spokes would be a challenge - not impossible, but a challenge.