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    Which fuel line to use?

    Can someone provide a vendor and specs for the correct line to use? This is on a 82 GS550LZ.

    #2
    Your favorite Suzuki Parts House or PartsOutlaw.com; Yes, getting the stock hose for sale is the best option and you'll have enough left to do it again later when/if you want
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    Cowboy Up or Quit. - Run Free Lou and Rest in Peace

    1981 GS550T - My First
    1981 GS550L - My Eldest Daughter's
    2007 GSF1250SA Bandit - My touring bike

    Sit tall in the saddle Hold your head up high
    Keep your eyes fixed where the trail meets the sky and live like you ain't afraid to die
    and don't be scared, just enjoy your ride - Chris Ledoux, "The Ride"

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      #3
      The OEM seems expensive, until you see that you get around 2 1/2 feet of it.
      I use it on all of my bikes
      It's the correct ID and OD, and doesn't require clamps
      1978 GS 1000 (since new)
      1979 GS 1000 (The Fridge, superbike replica project)
      1978 GS 1000 (parts)
      1981 GS 850 (anyone want a project?)
      1981 GPZ 550 (backroad screamer)
      1970 450 Mk IIID (THUMP!)
      2007 DRz 400S
      1999 ATK 490ES
      1994 DR 350SES

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        #4
        Motion Pro fuel line without even thinking about it.
        Paul


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          #5
          I've used Gates fuel line from Autozone before and it lasts for about 2 years,the size is 3/16"/5.5mm for a small motorcycle I had.
          The junk they're putting in fuel at the pumps really does eat-away at the rubber.. Oem will last.

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            #6
            Looks like the OEM spec is 7mm ID and 10.2mm OD - you can probably get away with 1/4" ID line as 7mm is about .275" - it would be a bit tight.

            What do folks think of silicone rubber clear lines?

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              #7
              It's a long time ago but I remember my 750 matched up with a BMW car fuel line which was convenient because there was a dealership across the street.... Can't remember what I paid but I do remember it was the cheapest thing I ever bought from a car parts department ......
              Old age and treachery will beat youth and skill every time
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              1983 GS 750

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                #8
                Originally posted by DimitriT View Post
                Looks like the OEM spec is 7mm ID and 10.2mm OD - you can probably get away with 1/4" ID line as 7mm is about .275" - it would be a bit tight.

                What do folks think of silicone rubber clear lines?
                I bought oem perfect fit twice the length needed was supplied.
                Why pretend to save by bosging?
                1983 GS 550 LD
                2009 BMW K1300s

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                  #9
                  Originally posted by Cipher View Post
                  I bought oem perfect fit twice the length needed was supplied.
                  Why pretend to save by bosging?
                  Hi Cipher, where did you purchase OEM fittings from ?

                  I'm also in Canada and am wondering if you have any recommended retailers for parts ?

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                    #10
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                    Would #19 on this be the Fuel Line and #30 be the Vacuum Line ? Trying to order OEM from Partzilla ...

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                      #11
                      Unless you're looking to win a prize at the Councours De Snoot Rally just walk into an auto parts store with your old one and ask them to cut off a piece of rubber gas line in that size, probably cost you less than a buck.
                      1980 Yamaha XS1100G (Current bike)
                      1982 GS450txz (former bike)
                      LONG list of previous bikes not listed here.

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                        #12
                        The gas line available at the local auto parts store is too big to fit properly. Buy the proper hose from Suzuki and be done
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                        Cowboy Up or Quit. - Run Free Lou and Rest in Peace

                        1981 GS550T - My First
                        1981 GS550L - My Eldest Daughter's
                        2007 GSF1250SA Bandit - My touring bike

                        Sit tall in the saddle Hold your head up high
                        Keep your eyes fixed where the trail meets the sky and live like you ain't afraid to die
                        and don't be scared, just enjoy your ride - Chris Ledoux, "The Ride"

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                          #13
                          Yebbut, beware buying new old stock fuel line, even though it might be genuine.
                          I did that a few years ago and it fell apart within a year.
                          ---- Dave
                          79 GS850N - Might be a trike soon.
                          80 GS850T Single HIF38 S.U. SH775, Tow bar, Pantera II. Gnarly workhorse & daily driver.
                          79 XS650SE - Pragmatic Ratter - goes better than a manky old twin should.
                          92 XJ900F - Fairly Stock, for now.

                          Only a dog knows why a motorcyclist sticks his head out of a car window

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