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  • Sbenjam
    • Feb 2026
    #1

    Wheel swap question - GS1000

    Forum experts,
    I'm starting to rebuild the front end of my beloved 1978 GS1000E after crashing it. I bent the forks (duly replaced via eBay) but turns out I also bent the rim. I need to source another one.

    I actually have access to an 81 GS 750L parts bike, which also uses a 19" rim. Does anyone know, can I swap this wheel directly across, to replace the bent rim?

    Thanks for sharing your expertise.
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    • Steve
      GS Whisperer
      • Jun 2005
      • 35925
      • southwest oHIo
      #2
      Front wheel for the 1000E is part number 54111-49350-291.

      Front wheel for the 750L is part number 54111-49301-291.

      They are both 1.85 x 19. I am guessing that the difference is that the 750 wheel might be certified for tubeless tires.

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        • Sbenjam
          #3
          That's great news, Steve. I'm relieved I won't have to purchase a new wheel. Thanks for letting me know.

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            • Big T
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              • Mar 2005
              • 12401
              • West Slope, OR
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