I'm looking hard at a few GS1000's and 1100's. Particularly a 1980 GS1000SZ in excellent shape. My question is, is there anything particular I should be looking for or asking about on these bikes, and the 1980 GS in particular. I haven't owned one of these before so I don't know what kind of issues one might expect when buying.
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In the market for a used GS1000 or 1100
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Welcome to the site, Danny.
The SZ denotes the bike as a Katana.
The 1000cc Katana didn't show up until 1982. Be careful.
The SZ denotes the bike as a Katana.
The 1000cc Katana didn't show up until 1982. Be careful.
Hey danny, welcome & glad to hear you're thinking GS's. a little more info on what your ideas are could help. There were no "80" GS1000SZ. Bottom of homepage has a link for model information that shows what was available in what yrs. Most GS's are susceptible to charging system problems, other than that some clutch problems on GS's that were abused a lot. other than that pretty well bullet proof.
News to me. I don't see it (I'm on an Android phone).
Thanks for the heads up! I wasn't sure what all the different models and years were. This is super helpful!
I have a '78 GS1000 8V engine in a '77 GS750 frame that is for sale when people ask about it or I talk about it - hey I like to ride LOL.
It sits just like this except the rear shocks, mirrors, grips and battery have been replaced within the last 200 miles.. it'll be 300-ish next week as I'm finally getting better after my last round of Covid.
If interested, I started with just a frame, some spare parts and an Ebay account so I can tell you everything about this bike. Clean Florida title in my name and licensed for my enjoyment.
I am interested in barter/cash/hookers/blow but prefer C4 Corvette/4x4's/pre 80's Vdubs
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It sits just like this except the rear shocks, mirrors, grips and battery have been replaced within the last 200 miles.. it'll be 300-ish next week as I'm finally getting better after my last round of Covid.
If interested, I started with just a frame, some spare parts and an Ebay account so I can tell you everything about this bike. Clean Florida title in my name and licensed for my enjoyment.
I am interested in barter/cash/hookers/blow but prefer C4 Corvette/4x4's/pre 80's Vdubs
It's sister is my avatar
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Thanks for the offers but those are not quite what I'm looking for. This is the one I've been eyeing. It's listed as a 1980 1000SZ, but the description says 1100E. I asked the seller and he said it is in fact an 1100E. Not sure why he put something different in the title. It's too far for me to check out in person and I'd have to ship it half way across the country. Opinions welcome.
Agreed.. That's what appears to stand out about the one I'm interested in.
