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Chain size..1983 GS1100E

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Hey guys,

I am getting lots of conflicting information about chain sizes. I have an 83 GS1100E. This bike is supposed to wear a 630...I think. Then I am shopping around and some places are saying that their 630 chains do not fit gs1100 ? I'm confused. I need to replace the chain sprocket set, but I was going to try to get by with just a chain for this season.
Anyone know where to get a good deal on final drive components?
Thanks.
-rusty
 
Yes, the bike came with 650. Many/most people switch to 550 for economy since chain design has increased significantly since our GS bikes were first sold.

Edit, make that 630/530...
 
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bonanzadave said:
I saw the pic in the other thread. Are there some other parts required to do the conversion ?
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Some bikes require a spacer for the front sprocket. Not sure which ones.....just call Z1 and talk to them, they've done hundreds of these conversions, including mine on the 750.:)
 
Thanks guys,
I have everything I need.
New chain, sprockets, and back tire and I will be ready to roll!
-rusty
 
Ok, one more thing....do I need the 1.25 spacers when converting to the 530 sprocket up front? Could not tell if this is a must or not.
 
Rusty said:
Ok, one more thing....do I need the 1.25 spacers when converting to the 530 sprocket up front? Could not tell if this is a must or not.
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The only spacer you should need is the 6mm...
 
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