Proper petcock for 79 GS1000SN?

[fishnetter]

Can't seem to figure out,and find the proper petcock for my 1979 GS1000SN! went to Z1's web,and they don't list my model.any other places i can look? looked at Bikebandit,looks like they want about $140.00+ for one.any help would be appreciated.it does have the vacuum tube also.Thanks!

[BassCliff]

Hi,

Call them to make sure this petcock will fit your bike:

http://www.z1enterprises.com/detail.aspx?ID=1715

It's listed as fitting a GS1000GLX/SZ, among lots of others.


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

[fishnetter]

BasssCliff;

I saw that one,but was not sure it was the right one.the price is right though! i'll call them today,and check it out.still looking for some alternatives(sources)though.Thanks!

[Nessism]

You might want to measure the spacing between the mounting holes before you call them. The early petcocks have a different spacing than the later petcocks.

[BassCliff]

True, Ed.

The petcock above is for 44mm spacing between the mounting bolts. There should be mounting adapter plates available. Give Z1 a call to be sure. They give good phone.


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

[Suzuki_Don]

You might want to measure the spacing between the mounting holes before you call them. The early petcocks have a different spacing than the later petcocks.

I also am chasing a petcock. My bike is an early model ('77 model) it has the 44mm spacing on the mounting bolts. I have ordered the petcock as shown by Cliff and am hoping it will fit correctly when it turns up. Otherwise I will have another bit of useless junk in my shed.

[tlepac]

If it is 44 mm should be no problem. If you find the seating between the petcock and the tank is not good---leaking a bit after connecting up and the oval ring in place etc---then make a gasket to fit from standard cork/rubber which you can get from any auto store for cheap and this will seal things right up! Mine is working flawlessly. Just remember to make a hole for the reserve!

Good Luck