Installing a gs550 motor

[cafebelan]

I have a 1979 gs550 is there any way to put the motor in,or any secrets. THANKS

[boontonmike]

Some people like to lay the motor on its side and lay the bike over on top of it then bolt it in. Me personally I set up a crate next to my bike and set the motor on the crate. Works out about the height it will be in the bike . Then just lift the motor and wiggle it in . If its too heavy for you have a friend help and it should be a piece of cake then. Bolt her in , Done.

[7981GS]

Put the bike up on its center stand, place the engine next to the frame at an elevation that just clears the frame tubes,
place a floor jack with a 2 X 8 on it under the engine compartment, walk the engine over by rocking it and lower the floor jack as you install the motor mount bolts.
One person can do it easily.










Daniel

[cafebelan]

Thats the way to do it, Thanks alot

[hampshirehog]

Daniel's technique is the way to go - nicely controlled, no back-breaking lifting etc. A couple of added things I do though - Daniel has got the valve cover on there; I usually put that on afterwards as you get a bit of extra clearance with it off. Plus if I have painted the frame I wrap it up with cardboard to avoid the risk of scratching.

[1_v8_merc]

I just pick it up, but I lift properly and have a good back, lol.

Or I'd use a remote winch bolted to the ceiling.