Gs1000 piston ring problems

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  • Jims72
    • Feb 2026

    #1

    Gs1000 piston ring problems

    Where can I find standard size piston rings at? I found weisco rings but someone told me they can only be used in weisco pistons. I refuse too pay 35 bucks per piston for rings like imb wants!
  • Nessism
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    • Mar 2006
    • 35790
    • Torrance, CA

    #2
    OEM Suzuki rings are available at a multitude of dealership sources, including online from places like Parts Outlaw and Partzilla. They cost more than $35/set though. I'd just pay whatever it takes to get OEM rings and OEM gaskets and seals. One exception: viton valve stems seals as available in the aftermarket are fine quality and last. Call it the price of admission to make sure your bike runs well and lasts.
    Ed

    To measure is to know.

    Mikuni O-ring Kits For Sale...https://www.thegsresources.com/_foru...ts#post1703182

    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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    • niepoort

      #3
      Fiat piston rings fit the number is 2C5051
      they are aout 20 25e

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      • JJ

        #4
        Originally posted by Jims72
        Where can I find standard size piston rings at? I found weisco rings but someone told me they can only be used in weisco pistons. I refuse too pay 35 bucks per piston for rings like imb wants!
        I don't know where to find less expensive standard rings. If you refuse to pay the price for OEM, then buy another bike.

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        • Jims72

          #5
          I found a complete set for 50 bucks. There is not reason that piston rings should cost 35-40 dollars per piston! Especially when there are other engines that use the exact same ring!

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          • Jims72

            #6
            Bam! Hastings makes rings that work! https://www.opticatonline.com/part/h...iston-ring-set

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            • Nessism
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              • Mar 2006
              • 35790
              • Torrance, CA

              #7
              Good find. Better measure the ring to groove clearance just to be safe. The specs are in the FSM.
              Ed

              To measure is to know.

              Mikuni O-ring Kits For Sale...https://www.thegsresources.com/_foru...ts#post1703182

              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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