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1979 GS1000G cam cover bolts

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Hi all im aout to buy maybe a 1979 gs1000g ,22000 miles on it, is there a problem with the cam cover bolts , i understand they fitted 2 more on later models, is this a problem with leaking oil all the time, or would i be better off waiting for a later 82 onwards model,also is the 1100 models a better motor, need a quick answer as im suposed to e buying it sunday, regards jondonwar@hotmail.com
 
Re: 1979 GS1000G cam cover bolts

I have a 79 750E and a 80 1100E and neither of them leak around the cam cover or show any evidence of ever having leaked. I'm not aware of the 79 1000 having any problems either.

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jondonwar said:
Hi all im aout to buy maybe a 1979 gs1000g ,22000 miles on it, is there a problem with the cam cover bolts , i understand they fitted 2 more on later models, is this a problem with leaking oil all the time, or would i be better off waiting for a later 82 onwards model,also is the 1100 models a better motor, need a quick answer as im suposed to e buying it sunday, regards jondonwar@hotmail.com
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I owned an "80" GS 1000G from "80" thru "81" ran up apprx. 20,000 mi. Had cam cover off two times for valve adjustments. Reused same gasket, No leaks,
 
Go for it I had a 79 GS1000 many years ago, currently have a GS850.
The only real difference is the carbs. 79 has the mechanical slide type, 1980 later all have the Vacuum BS type carbs. Or you could go to the later 4 valve 1100. But if it only has 22K and is in reasonable condition.
It's will make a terific bike.
Mine sat unused for 12 years before I purchased it, runs like new now.
 
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