1984 Suzuki gs1100 shifting problem

[crpowell08]

I have a 1984 gs1100 when I shift the lever does not go back to the resting position is that a spring or what else can cause this I would like to start with the easiest to try then go from there. I can shift though all the gears I just have to move the shifter a little and then shift some one told me it might just need a oil change after sitting out all winter

[chef1366]

There is a spring that returns the shifter back to center under the clutch basket. All you need to do to replace it is pull the clutch basket and pull out the shifter shaft. This is held on by a clip. Of course you'll also have to remove the counter sprocket cover.

[crpowell08]

Do you know anywhere I can get a step by step instructions to do this I am new to bikes and not even sure what a clutch basket is.

[chef1366]

A manual will.
It has pics and everything.
Is your bike a shafty or chain drive?

[rapidray]

It's the same as an 1150. Ray.

[chef1366]

It's the same as an 1150. Ray.

The bike in his pic doesn't look like any 1150 I ever saw.

[rapidray]

Sorry, I was thinking 83 Canadian 1100. I didn't even look at the picture. What 1100 was made in 84?! Is that a stripped dresser? Ray.

[crpowell08]

it is a shaft drive

[crpowell08]

and it's only a 1100 ray I don't know if the 1150 looks different not trying to be smart just thought you might of thought I said 1150

[crpowell08]

Sorry for multi post here but I forgot to ask what I was going to ask...lol Okay does the engine and stuff have to come out to remove the clutch basket and other stuff.

[chef1366]

Do a search for basscliff. He has a website with manuals you can download and print off.
This is where I'd start. Read about the motor and then get busy.
We'll be ready to help you after that.

[rapidray]

NO, the engine does NOT have to come out to remove the clutch basket. Only Kawasaki was stupid enough to design an engine that you had the split the cases to remove the clutch basket! Ray.

[crpowell08]

I have looked everywhere for a service manual for a 84 gs 1100 and can't find one everything I see I look at the pics and there chain driven any ideals what might have the same procedure for doing this

[crpowell08]

Can you tell me is this a clutch cover or something else

[chef1366]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/COMPLETE-SUZUKI-GS850-GS1000-GS1100-REPAIR-MANUAL-79-84_W0QQitemZ270524734431QQcmdZViewItemQQptZMotorcycles_Parts_Accessories?hash=item3efc87dbdf