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    #31
    Whelp, I'm still struggling with gettin' this title transferred over... Perhaps one of y'all can help me out.

    The DMV has lost all record of this bike, so I've got to create a whole new file. This requires 2 x VINs, engine number, and 'emission sticker'. The main VIN stamped on the headtube is easily readable, but the sticker on the left side is pretty hard to make out. Engine # seems to be revealing itself underneath the rust.

    The emission sticker has me stumped however. I can't seem to find one, unless its the verbiage stamped onto the muffler itself? I'm starting the process of setting up an appointment with the CHP, but apparently they're 3 weeks behind currently.

    I read somewhere that emission stickers didn't show up until '86?

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      #32
      Just apply for an abandoned title. The DMV wont tell you to do this because you kind of have to lie and maybe sign an affidavit. (LOL?) I in VA and maybe that only works here? It is pretty quick too. Tell them it has been abandoned on your property for over a year and you want an abandoned title.
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        #33
        The emissions sticker is typically under the seat somewhere.
        Ed

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          #34
          Originally posted by Nessism View Post
          The emissions sticker is typically under the seat somewhere.
          I'm not seeing anything under the seat, or on the frame below the seat unfortunately... Do you have a picture of an emission sticker for this era? Can't seem to find anything on an image search.


          Also, I got your carb o-ring kit today. Thanks!

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            #35
            Originally posted by Eric4 View Post

            I'm not seeing anything under the seat, or on the frame below the seat unfortunately... Do you have a picture of an emission sticker for this era? Can't seem to find anything on an image search.


            Also, I got your carb o-ring kit today. Thanks!
            On the rear fender, maybe. Check this listing...https://www.ebay.com/itm/286278050732

            Good luck with the carbs. Be sure to check my carb rebuild tutorial.
            Ed

            To measure is to know.

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            Top Newbie Mistakes thread...http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=171846

            Carb rebuild tutorial...https://gsarchive.bwringer.com/mtsac...d_Tutorial.pdf

            KZ750E Rebuild Thread...http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...0-Resurrection

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              #36


              I think I gave you an inner fender like that. It may have a sticker
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                #37
                Originally posted by Charlie G View Post
                https://www.ebay.com/itm/286278050732

                I think I gave you an inner fender like that. It may have a sticker
                Ah! You're right! I looked at it originally, but didn't double-check the inner fender. Sounds like now I've almost got everything needed to get this thing titled.

                Now I just need to hope that my VIN Sticker on the headtube is legible enough to count. The last 5 or so digits are stamped onto the sticker, so I'd think that'd be close enough!
                Last edited by Eric4; 07-22-2025, 09:11 PM.

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                  #38
                  Make sure there is a sticker showing the VIN somewhere else as well when you take it. If it's hard to read people have been known to print a second sticker out themselves and apply them under the seat on the frame somewhere.... It's just a Suzuki logo & a Vin number. (In theory a Suzuki dealer should be able to give you a "re-print" according to DMV. Yeah right...!
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                    #39
                    Originally posted by salty_monk View Post
                    Make sure there is a sticker showing the VIN somewhere else as well when you take it. If it's hard to read people have been known to print a second sticker out themselves and apply them under the seat on the frame somewhere.... It's just a Suzuki logo & a Vin number. (In theory a Suzuki dealer should be able to give you a "re-print" according to DMV. Yeah right...!
                    I'm torn if I should mock up a 'dealership' vin , and clearcoat/glue it onto the frame, or roll the dice and hope the DMV approves my OEM VIN sticker that shows the last 5 digits...



                    Today I spent some time on the carbs, soda-blastin' the exteriors, and working on the un-ganging of the four. Every screw has needed vice grip assistance, so it's been a slow process. Unfortunately the last screw on my choke tube has given me grief. I might need to use a more destructive method, but will keep trying with heat + wd40

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                    Last edited by Eric4; Yesterday, 11:22 PM.

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                      #40
                      I wouldn’t leave it to chance if I was you… I try to use AAA for as much of the process as I can. Usually quicker and have allowed me to sort stuff and come back without making a fuss. DMV you never know who you’re going to get.
                      You’ll have to take it to CHP probably for a check as well as it’s out of the system so they could also give you a problem….
                      1980 GS1000G - Sold
                      1978 GS1000E - Finished!
                      1980 GS550E - Fixed & given to a friend
                      1983 GS750ES Special - Sold
                      2009 KLR 650 - Sold - gone to TX!
                      1982 GS1100G - Rebuilt and finished. - Sold
                      2009 TE610 - Dual Sporting around dreaming of Dakar..... - FOR SALE!

                      www.parasiticsanalytics.com

                      TWINPOT BRAKE UPGRADE LINKY: http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...e-on-78-Skunk/

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                        #41
                        Originally posted by salty_monk View Post
                        I wouldn’t leave it to chance if I was you… I try to use AAA for as much of the process as I can. Usually quicker and have allowed me to sort stuff and come back without making a fuss. DMV you never know who you’re going to get.
                        You’ll have to take it to CHP probably for a check as well as it’s out of the system so they could also give you a problem….
                        Thanks for the tip. I do have AAA so I'll give them a call tomorrow and see if they are able to register/title a bike that's out of the system

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                          #42
                          They definitely do out of state and can do the VIN etc checks for that.
                          it was a long time ago when I did an out of system bike, I don’t think I had AAA back then so never tried.
                          There are also a few title services around that can help but you shouldn’t need them, in theory yours should be straightforward just an annoying process.
                          1980 GS1000G - Sold
                          1978 GS1000E - Finished!
                          1980 GS550E - Fixed & given to a friend
                          1983 GS750ES Special - Sold
                          2009 KLR 650 - Sold - gone to TX!
                          1982 GS1100G - Rebuilt and finished. - Sold
                          2009 TE610 - Dual Sporting around dreaming of Dakar..... - FOR SALE!

                          www.parasiticsanalytics.com

                          TWINPOT BRAKE UPGRADE LINKY: http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...e-on-78-Skunk/

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