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  1. 1980GS1000E

    Misfiring at idle when hot, ethanol problem maybe?

    It sounds like an electrical issue, no spark. Low voltage at coils or bad coils, bad connections somewhere.
  2. 1980GS1000E

    anyone go for a ride today? Pics?

    Thank you very much, sir.
  3. 1980GS1000E

    anyone go for a ride today? Pics?

    I went for a local ride after setting the valves.
  4. 1980GS1000E

    Must remove pistons before pulling crank from top case?

    Why not separate the pistons? Since you are this far along in the work, you might as well. You risk scratching the pistons by not removing them. As to whether or not you can do what you ask, I don't know, but I would remove them.
  5. 1980GS1000E

    Air filter choice.

    Stock is the most reliable and durable. They make them that way for a reason. The GS850 is not a racebike.
  6. 1980GS1000E

    Weak horns...

    Nice photos on that. Me horn is giving me headaches, too. Time fer a cleaning.
  7. 1980GS1000E

    running engine without gearcase oil

    I wouldn't feel right at all running it without oil. It's there for a reason.
  8. 1980GS1000E

    Gs1000 camshaft sprocket plastic chipped off

    I didn't know those were there. They aren't on my bike. Suffice to say that the destruction may continue and if a piece should get jammed in between a sprocket and chain, possible damage could result. If it were my bike, I would either replace or find a way to remove the plastic completely...
  9. 1980GS1000E

    Studs vs. bolts on exhaust header ?

    Studs. Not bolts.
  10. 1980GS1000E

    Proper re-thread method on stripped valve cover bolts

    Using Helicoil or similar is the proper way to repair this and it is very easy. I don't even use a drill but use a hand tap handle with the drill bit as it usually cuts the soft aluminum like butter. The number refers to the strength of the bolt.
  11. 1980GS1000E

    After 37 years of owning motorcycles, I did it-

    T2 was the reason. Saw the bike in that movie and I was hooked on it. This one has efi and a different, slightly larger motor, but is essentially the same bike.
  12. 1980GS1000E

    After 37 years of owning motorcycles, I did it-

    I stumbled across a 2006 Fatboy with only 12000 miles on the clock. I still have my GS1000 and the others, but this is a fun cruiser. I almost died from a delayed internal bleed from a routine colonoscopy last October, so I figured why the hell not.
  13. 1980GS1000E

    in-line fuel filter?? why isn't there one?

    Not cheap is right!
  14. 1980GS1000E

    in-line fuel filter?? why isn't there one?

    Your suggestion as to brand is? And it was on the bike when I got it.
  15. 1980GS1000E

    in-line fuel filter?? why isn't there one?

    I don't know... I was running the clear lawnmower filter when I got the bike, but was having flow problems so I ditched it. I don't have a rusty tank and don't run a filter other than the what is in the petcock. No problems for years now.
  16. 1980GS1000E

    in-line fuel filter?? why isn't there one?

    The gas is filtered on it's way out of the fuel nozzle at the gas station.
  17. 1980GS1000E

    Making Mag wheels tubeless

    Good move, I have been running tubeless for 6 years. Just inspect your tires and pressures often.
  18. 1980GS1000E

    Basket Case Project 1980 GS1000

    I feel obligated to step in and say that I am glad this bike is getting attention. Mine was originally red, however I painted it black and used the red pinstripes. It is bone stock, except for green Dyna coils and charging fixes, and has 40k on it. The motor has not been opened except for...
  19. 1980GS1000E

    Number of stator poles question.

    I meant 12. D'uh.
  20. 1980GS1000E

    Number of stator poles question.

    OK, so I am wondering... My bike, a 1980GS1000E, has what type and I did replace the stator a few years ago with Rick's unit. Could they have sent the wrong one? My charging output is not the best, barely charges the bike. Voltage goes up to about 13.7-14 and I am running the SH775. I have...
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