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  1. Wingsconsin

    What the "L" means

    To L or not to L -- That is the question... To L or not to L -- That is the question... Yes - Yes - Yes My L is a great little bike. The handlebars are fine for me- I DID adjust them to an angle I like - But they are adjustable - I changed the seat to a custom - it makes me a little taller...
  2. Wingsconsin

    Custom Seat Recommendations

    See the picture for a view of the custom seat See the picture for a view of the custom seat If you can source an extra seat pan (or use your existing) -- I sent an extra seat pan to Diamond Custom Seats for my '83 GS850GL - They built me a very good long distance riding seat including a...
  3. Wingsconsin

    How far should the carb boots / hoses recess into the airbox?

    Sorry the sound is so poor - But this may help...some ..? <strong>
  4. Wingsconsin

    valve adjust is working :)

    Once you are sure what size(s) you need -- I have a 2.55 and a 2.60 laying around that I will never use -- (I could use the 2.45) I also have a few 2.50 extra I would be willing to trade if anyone is interested -- I only need smaller than 2.50 for my next adjustments
  5. Wingsconsin

    valve adjust not working :(

    Just sayin' .... Just sayin' .... I am due for another valve shim check soonish -- I will make an effort to try the Zip tie thing (again) - IF it works for me - I will state as such publicly -- however I am getting pretty good at making that stupid tool work too...
  6. Wingsconsin

    valve adjust not working :(

    I have observed the zip tie method as done by Steve -- I see how it's done ; and being taught by the Whisperer himself should be enough... BUT -- I prefer the tool method - it works for me - and it slips off - and it's a PIA -- But it is the way I do it....
  7. Wingsconsin

    How do these brake pads look?

    Please forgive me if I was too harsh - Often I respond with a snarky comment that is unwarranted - However I know there are folks who read these boards and never post, nor even join - And those people learn from the collective hive mind here just as you are doing. So that message is more for...
  8. Wingsconsin

    New OEM Polaris SH775 price drop

    Do you really think Rock Auto has every part from every manufacturer in stock ? They consolidate the inventory procuring and advertising process and ship from the store rooms of their partners. While Rock Auto may be based in Madison Wi. they will ship parts from all over the country . Amazon...
  9. Wingsconsin

    How do these brake pads look?

    When I acquire a new old motorcycle I concentrate on restoration (updating) in this order -- 1) Get it going (no sense in spending money on anything if it doesn't run) 2) Get it stopping (obviously once it's going -- ya gotta stop -- think brakes, tires, stoppy stuff) 3) Make it pretty - (...
  10. Wingsconsin

    Should I replace this tire?

    That is the best --- :GB_bonesrock: :biggrin-new: :biggrin: :applause:
  11. Wingsconsin

    Carburetor misbehaving

    Progress can be slow -- but keep trying - progress is doing. Progress can be slow -- but keep trying - progress is doing. I truly wish you luck on getting this bike running However -- 1 thing many don't understand is Munks Maxim "There is no such thing as a cheap motorcycle" You can buy in...
  12. Wingsconsin

    Should I replace this tire?

    **~~ sarcasm alert ! ~~** **~~ sarcasm alert ! ~~** I think you should just ride it and save the money - -you're gonna need the cash when that tire fails and throws you to the curb. Seriously -- The one thing connecting you to road surface is tires- If they are not good -- neither are...
  13. Wingsconsin

    Rain riding...likely posted before, but worth another look for the chuckle factor.

    stay off the paint !!
  14. Wingsconsin

    Rain riding...likely posted before, but worth another look for the chuckle factor.

    Last year while riding my 1983 GS850GL all over the southeast I spent a fair amount of time in the rain :( It seemed to rain every day of my 10 days out -- and as such I got fairly accustomed to riding wet. On one day I was zipping up a main highway (4 lanes) and went into a right hand...
  15. Wingsconsin

    Does This Oil Look Funny?

    If you would see that on a Goldwing -- Head gasket time ! I am not cure of your bikes design - but it is surly water in the oil A GL1200 I had once was the place I learned this lesson. Good Luck
  16. Wingsconsin

    2020 Journey's of epic proportions brought to you by Jedz Moto

    Hey -- I made the map --;)
  17. Wingsconsin

    Got Her Home

    Super Nice --- 1983 was a very good year for the 850's ;)
  18. Wingsconsin

    How many miles is too many?

    Wisdom comes with age ;) I will not sell either my Wing nor my GS -- as long as I can ride -- Unless I am upgrading to the NEW 2018 Style Goldwing
  19. Wingsconsin

    Tips/Tricks/Advise for first long road trip

    This can be done without too much angst This can be done without too much angst IF you truly have the mechanicals up to snuff and sorted out you have a bike that IS easily capable of doing what you want to do... I too have a 1983 GS850GL and have ridden some longer days on it - 400 - 500...
  20. Wingsconsin

    New GS Owner - 1983 GS850L

    Welcome to the cLub Welcome to the cLub As a a fellow owner of a 1983 GS850GL I say welcome Get that bike sorted out asap - Electrics are a must - You will really enjoy the amazing ride ability of a nearly 40 years old motorcycle Ask any questions - I have become a competent wrench on the...
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