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    I have a 1980 GS750L that I would like to add case guards to. Are the 1980 GS750L & GS750E frame case guards interchangeable?

    Thank You.

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    1980 GS750L

    #2
    I know the engines are the same, so the engine mounting points are the same. The L frame shows some difference in the lower left (as you sit on the bike) area. But I'm about 98% sure if you find case guards for an '80E, they should fit on an '80L. Roger Burque73 had a pair I was going to buy but my T doesn't have the mounting holes on the frame downtube present on the E & L Models.

    Rich
    1982 GS 750TZ
    2015 Triumph Tiger 1200

    BikeCliff's / Charging System Sorted / Posting Pics
    Destroy-Rebuild 750T/ Destroy-Rebuild part deux

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      #3
      Thanks for the reply.

      I have a feeling that the bracket looking thing on the E model frame just under and behind that #3 bolt could be a mounting for the case guard and it's not on the L frame.

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      1980 GS750L

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        #4
        Oh, Pete,
        I failed to notice that this was your first post on the forum. Let be the first to welcome you. So... Welcome to the Forum. If you're new to bikes, or just to GSes, you'll find some useful links in my signature.

        BikeCliff's Website is full of manuals, wiring diagrams and many helpful DIY tutorials that deal with common GS, uh... features.

        The TOP 10 Newbie Mistakes thread is a great first read and forever reference. Post some pictures (link for that too).

        Go ahead and make a signature with your bike info in it (at least). Go to settings at the top right of any page. It helps people know what bike your talking about without you having to remember to type it out.

        You could also go the GS Owners forum and create a new thread, tell us about yourself and your bike.
        Last edited by Rich82GS750TZ; 10-15-2021, 08:04 AM.
        Rich
        1982 GS 750TZ
        2015 Triumph Tiger 1200

        BikeCliff's / Charging System Sorted / Posting Pics
        Destroy-Rebuild 750T/ Destroy-Rebuild part deux

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          #5
          Originally posted by Pete Wrigley View Post
          Thanks for the reply.

          I have a feeling that the bracket looking thing on the E model frame just under and behind that #3 bolt could be a mounting for the case guard and it's not on the L frame.
          You could be right
          Rich
          1982 GS 750TZ
          2015 Triumph Tiger 1200

          BikeCliff's / Charging System Sorted / Posting Pics
          Destroy-Rebuild 750T/ Destroy-Rebuild part deux

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            #6
            LOL, Thanks for the warm welcome. Yes, I am a newbie here. I am still figuring out the forum but posted my story as you suggested.... https://www.thegsresources.com/_foru...45#post2669045

            I'll work on that signature next .

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            1980 GS750L

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              #7
              I found these on Ebay But I dont like the style.



              I prefer this style below but would '83 work on an '80?

              Last edited by Pete Wrigley; 10-15-2021, 10:13 AM. Reason: bad url

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              1980 GS750L

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                #8
                '83 750E was a completely different engine and frame from the '80-'82 750E. So I would guess not.
                Rich
                1982 GS 750TZ
                2015 Triumph Tiger 1200

                BikeCliff's / Charging System Sorted / Posting Pics
                Destroy-Rebuild 750T/ Destroy-Rebuild part deux

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                  #9
                  Originally posted by Rich82GS750TZ View Post
                  '83 750E was a completely different engine and frame from the '80-'82 750E. So I would guess not.
                  Yeah I figured as much. I have all winter to find one. Thank you for all your help today. Any chance you live near Barto Pa? There's big flea market there (Jakes's) and Sunday they're having a vintage bike show.

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                  1980 GS750L

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                    #10
                    Had to look up Barto. No, that's a 2.5 hour drive for me. I do have a kid that goes to Kutztown U, though he is currently on a bit of a break (long story), so I do get out that way sometimes, not usually on the bike.
                    Rich
                    1982 GS 750TZ
                    2015 Triumph Tiger 1200

                    BikeCliff's / Charging System Sorted / Posting Pics
                    Destroy-Rebuild 750T/ Destroy-Rebuild part deux

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                      #11
                      Case guards that fit the 80 1100L should fit as well.

                      V
                      Gustov
                      80 GS 1100 LT, 83 1100 G "Scruffy"
                      81 GS 1000 G
                      79 GS 850 G
                      81 GS 850 L
                      83 GS 550 ES, 85 GS 550 ES
                      80 GS 550 L
                      86 450 Rebel, 70CL 70, Yamaha TTR125
                      2002 Honda 919
                      2004 Ural Gear up

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                        #12
                        Update... I found a set of case guards on Ebay. The seller was local so win-win . They came off of an '81 GS750L. They will work on an '80. Thanks to everyone for the help.

                        A little WD40, 000 steel wool and they'll clean up just fine I think.

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                        Last edited by Pete Wrigley; 10-27-2021, 08:04 AM.

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                        1980 GS750L

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                          #13
                          Good Deal!
                          Rich
                          1982 GS 750TZ
                          2015 Triumph Tiger 1200

                          BikeCliff's / Charging System Sorted / Posting Pics
                          Destroy-Rebuild 750T/ Destroy-Rebuild part deux

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                            #14
                            Hey Pete, you probably already know, but Suzuki made a "T" model back in those days, I thought it seemed to be about half way between an "L" & an "E". It had less radical bars & seat than the "L". Don't know what "T" parts may fit the "L", but may be worth looking in to. Congrats, welcome, & Keep up the good work.
                            1983 GS1100E, 1983 CB1100F, 1991 GSX1100G, 1996 Kaw. ZL600 Eliminator, 1999 Bandit 1200S, 2005 Bandit 1200S, 2000 Kaw. ZRX 1100

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                              #15
                              rphillips,
                              see my post #2 this thread.
                              Rich
                              1982 GS 750TZ
                              2015 Triumph Tiger 1200

                              BikeCliff's / Charging System Sorted / Posting Pics
                              Destroy-Rebuild 750T/ Destroy-Rebuild part deux

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