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    To remove the cyl head or not? That is the question

    I'm currently rescuing an '80 850G with 41K miles. As purchased, cyls 1,3, and 4 are all firing nicely and have respectable compression, i.e. >120psi. Cyl2 is not firing and has 30-60psi, my gauge is a little flaky. When checking the valve clearances, all 8 fail. None let an 0.038 feeler...
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    Valve oil seals & the rope trick - any detailed guide on disassembly order?

    I've used the stuffed rope technique on an old Goldwing. Worked fine. The key is coming up with a way to depress the springs. On the Goldwing I did this
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    Will 1000G exhaust fit on 850G?

    Thanks. I was planning to measure the ctr-ctr distances between the pipes as a check and will now include the mounting bolt dim in my check
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    Back in the GS Saddle - '80 850G

    Yes, very complete and undamaged. The only damaged item is the RH side panel. Once I remove the Vetter I'll need to source headlight, mounts, and signals.
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    Will 1000G exhaust fit on 850G?

    My recently acquired 1980 850G has some exhaust damage on the RH side. Nothing major, but I might have access to a cleaner exhaust from a 1980 1000G. There are some obvious differences, such as the 850G exhaust has a connected between the inner pipes while the 1000G exhaust is a pure 4-into-2...
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    Back in the GS Saddle - '80 850G

    The seller said they de-rusted it and did not try to coat it, so tank was respectable inside, at least from a field viewing. It looks like some prior owner may have coated it, maybe the same person who used rtv instead of a gasket on the valve cover. Traveling for work now, but will use a scope...
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    Back in the GS Saddle - '80 850G

    Bonus - The underside of the tank is mint
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    Possible new owner - What's the consensus on GS1000G?

    Asheville summers are moderate, not searingly hot. I have another bike (OK 2 others at the moment) with a windscreen for colder temps.
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    Back in the GS Saddle - '80 850G

    An here's the tank, super clean, no dents, but the pin striping isn't perfect.
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    Back in the GS Saddle - '80 850G

    Here's the other side
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    Back in the GS Saddle - '80 850G

    As mentioned in another thread, I've recently picked up another project, a 1980 GS850G with 41k miles. It will need the usual stuff, but at least the battery is functional! Once I get the engine, carbs. tires, and brakes sorted out, I'll probably pull off the Vetter and go naked. Anybody want a...
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    Possible new owner - What's the consensus on GS1000G?

    UPDATE #? - Pulled the trigger on the local 850G. Here's a pic, will post more details on a new thread. Only known issues are cracked RH side panel, tear in the seat cover, suspect charging, and uncertain firing of a few cyls. The airbox is on the seat. Between the Vetter fairing and the rear...
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    Possible new owner - What's the consensus on GS1000G?

    UPDATE - Unfortunately, the seller told me today "I can't find the title". On the bright side, at least he told me before I drove 2+ hours each way. There is also an '80 GS850G nearby with similar 41k miles. That one is known to have suspect charging and ignition coils, so there's some risk...
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    Possible new owner - What's the consensus on GS1000G?

    Agreed it's a normal Suzi color, I had a GS450L with the same finish. I just don't see any GS1000G's, or any 850/1000 variant, in that same color combo.The signals look like they might be from a 90's Suzuki, like the VX800 or later GS's. I'll know more on Saturday when I pick it up..
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    Possible new owner - What's the consensus on GS1000G?

    and here's the tank in different lighting
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    Possible new owner - What's the consensus on GS1000G?

    UPDATE - Thanks for all the info. I'm currently planning to pick up the GS Saturday. Oddly, this bike has a color scheme and turn signals that don't match other GS1000G's I've seen online. It's light blue with black forks, chrome turn signals, and black headlight ears. From the pics, the paint...
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    Possible new owner - What's the consensus on GS1000G?

    Thanks. The seller did mention a leaky head gasket and that he had some light machining done and bought a new gasket, before losing interest. To complicate my "next project" purchase decision there's now an '80 GS850G with similar mileage nearby that also needs work, but is not a basket case...
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    Possible new owner - What's the consensus on GS1000G?

    Mel, I scanned the post, but admittedly didn't read all the gory details. Awesome post and project, I'm just not that patient. If I read it correctly, you bored out the cyls and used slightly larger pistons. Was that a choice or was there damage that required the process? The basket case I'm...
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    1983 GS850G Project

    100% agreed. My general advice to first-time bike rescuers is First - Get the engine running reliably Second - Make it safe. Brakes, tires, etc.. Last - Make it look cool. Don't chop anything off the frame until the First and Second milestones are reached. An abandoned cafe racer project is...
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    Possible new owner - What's the consensus on GS1000G?

    Yup, I'm probably in the "unreasonable" category.
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