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1983 Suzuki GS1100ED --- "Big Boy"

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Bought another gallon of Rotella oil. Have a valve cover gasket on the way. I will drain the old oil and filter and take a look at the clutch and hopefully fix the clutch rattle.

But for now, I need to check my wiring harness. I'm finally going to put my multimeter to use!
 
Awesome. My chain got here today. Brand new in the box. Grease is still on it and the master link with o-rings is still wrapped up. On the box is a price tag that says $111. Wow I got a good deal! Didn't realize chains cost that much. I will do a 530 chain conversion whenever these wear out.

I did not install the chain yet. No point in doing so until I receive my front sprocket.

I also received my new riding boots. Sidi Vertebra's... Very nice boots. Now what to do with my old, torn up Sidi's? Bought a new helmet as well. Should be here this next Tuesday. Crashing is expensive :(.

The bike runs too good for it not to be ridden. And since I can't ride on the street (besides the boring neighborhood), it might as well be on the track. And lights are not necessary! :D But I'll have to check if funds will allow for this...

No pics for today unless you want to see a chain out of the box.
 
I'll post the pics anyways.

This chain is brand new and SUPER HEAVY! Wow lol. I guess that's a 630 for you :rolleyes:.
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Oil drained. This is the Rotella 15w-40 after like 50 miles.
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Clutch.
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Clutch springs removed.
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Aha! There's the problem. The tab washer was not bent over the clutch hub nut therefore the clutch hub nut is loose.
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Tightened and locked with tab washer.
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Clutch plates appear to be in good condition.
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What's up with this gold paint inside the engine under the clutch cover? It scratches off easily and I saw remnants of gold flakes in the oil I drained.
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Filled it up with 15w-40 Rotella oil again. Started the bike and let it warm up. No more clutch rattle :).
 
Hehe. Well, I don't understand why someone painted the inside of the engine but ummm.... yeah :rolleyes:.

Brand new clutch cable (top) installed.
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I ordered a throttle cable as well.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/_W0Q...emZ200539547705QQsspagenameZSTRKQ3aMEWNXQ3aIT

The throttle grip does not snap back into position. Instead, it slowly goes back. It's supposed to snap back right? I checked the cable and it's bent at places. Or maybe it's the springs on the carbs? We'll find out...


Alright guys. I have some good news for you, me, and the bike. I applied at Firestone. Two days later, I got a call back saying that they were very interested in me to become an entry level tech at their shop. 12 people sent their application but he chose only 2. This is awesome! It must have been because of my awesome cover letter, resume, and my awards :D. Only $12 an hour but we all gotta start somewhere, eh?

Wait I shouldn't be celebrating yet...

So... Interview is on Monday, August 22nd at 9 AM. I am going to show him my portfolio (filled with awards, career stuff, etc.) then my sparkplug notebook. Do you guys know what that is? Do I need to mention my bikes that I fixed or not?

Wish me luck!
 
If he asks you about your experience then yes mention it to show your breadth of knowledge and how you aren't afraid to learn new things. But otherwise no.

Good job, good luck, and do us one thing? Be 15 minutes early for the interview; any later or even earlier and you won't make that great of an impression. Course, you already knew that though.
 
OK. Good stuff. If I get there a little early, I guess I'll just sit in the car for a little bit :rolleyes:. Oh yeah, it's a 30 min drive to get there. Kinda far... But whatever.
 
So today was a bit more exciting. Woke up at 8 AM and went to check out Firestone in Ballard. Good, I found it. Bad news is that it's a 30 min drive just to get there then it took me 40 mins to get back home because this road was closed. I hope they fix that soon. 20 miles one way 40 miles both ways. So that's about 1 gallon of gas everyday!

Then I had rlong74 over at my place. I instantly recognized the sound coming down the road. His sweet 1981 Suzuki GS450T :). Man... I really do miss mine. Anyways, we had a good talk about stuff then I gave him his GSR patches. Lucky him... Got a free red one! But I guess I owe him that for letting me ride his GS450. Felts just like mine except better. The throttle was smooth, clutch is awesome, and those Avon tires are MUCH better than my old crappy Cheng Shin Marquis. :rolleyes:

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There is a noticeable size difference.
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Thanks for coming over Ryan! Always nice to put a face on the forum name. :)

Now after he left. I went to put my bike in the garage. I dropped my bike on the left side. :( I heard a crack. I said, "Oh no... There goes my turn signals." Picked it back up but there was no damage except a slightly scratches stator cover. The real damage was done to my camera. The screen broke! The clutch lever hit my right leg which was where the camera was. Oh well.... A replacement screen will cost about $20.


Now the mailman is like my best friend. He brings stuff to me.

Superbike GP mirrors, clutch perch assembly, and right side mirror mount. Thanks sschering!

Remember that my camera screen broke so I can't see what I'm pointing at.
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All that is left to do is fix this electrical problem and get some horns.
 
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