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DusterP94
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1st bike
1st bike
1986 gs550l
1st bike
1986 gs550l
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loud et
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SweetP
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Here's Mine,
Here's Mine,
Though I was warned of the "L" haters here, mine was my first bike, and I absolutely love it! Miles of smiles!
Here's Mine,
Though I was warned of the "L" haters here, mine was my first bike, and I absolutely love it! Miles of smiles!
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scaylabs
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How come I didn't post here yet? 
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Scudder
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A few changes since this picture was taken (windjammer fairing, side covers, etc.) I really enjoy my 850L. It's comfortable, smooth and reliable. Comfort is up on my priority list, because I ride to work nearly everyday when it's above 40 degrees. I use to ride a bobber (hardtail) and then decided comfort was my priority over freezing and a bone jarring ride. The big bonus of my "L".... It cost me $350 to get it in my garage. Hard to beat that.
The "L" has a "G" tank for a better range, so it has a "G" triple tree as well. It's got some mods, but not enough to make it look too un-L-like.
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scaylabs
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Thanks
The first battery I installed (A123) died in a sea of flames and melted battery parts. Do NOT use those on a bike unless you have some kind of charging system specific for them.
Second battery, a Shorai of about the same size as the first (different technology, and charging circuitry incorporated in the battery) lived an uneventful life until it was completely discharged by a malfunctioning relay.
Third battery, replaced under warranty by Shorai (very nice of them), has been just fine (knock on wood). All my relays are waterproof now, cheap insurance against another dead battery.
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Toasty
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chefrider
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Very clean...
Very clean...
Very clean...
I think I have just found my inspiration for my 450L makeover....How come I didn't post here yet?
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scaylabs
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Thank you guys!
I have to admit it's a little rougher in person than in pictures, kinda "ratty" even, but I like it. Spend a lot less time cleaning it.
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warriorguy
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This is my 83.I enjoyed building it and will probably tear it down this winter and try something different maybe.
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warriorguy
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Yeah that is one of the things i will b changing,but i couldnt find one i liked and i wanted to get some miles on it.I agree its not real pretty but it is comfortable.
ddaniels
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I don't know. I kinda like it. But I'm old and not too cool anymore.
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sachsaca
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My L, seat covered with an aligator skin vinyl, 1100 E headlamp, daytona bars, smaller blinkers and tail lamp
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850GT_Rider
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It worked well, except for the backlight and the fact that it's NOT waterproof.
We have replaced it with one of these.
No real advantage to having dual temp displays, but the orange lighting is nice and matches the GS lighting PERFECTLY.
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Is that one waterproof or at least water-resistant? The listing doesn't say one way or the other
I just picked one up myself as it was pretty cheap but I don't believe it's waterproof. It's one reason I made the bracket the way I did in this thread.
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Bob Young
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My wife has an '83 GS1100G"L". Did an aftermarket rear rack exist? I've seen the pictures in this posting and I realize the spacing is a little different between models. Did the racks have any support on the rear fender? Were the racks only supported by the upper shock mounts? I'm thinking of looking at salvage yards for parts, but need a little more info on what to look for.
Thanks for any and all replys,
Thanks for any and all replys,
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UTgws
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Bob,
KG was one really popular rack. They mount to the bile at the upper shock studs and where the rear turn signals mount. They normally require some spacers at the turn signal mounts.
KG was one really popular rack. They mount to the bile at the upper shock studs and where the rear turn signals mount. They normally require some spacers at the turn signal mounts.
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glenwill
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OK, so I am new to riding, motorcycles and certainly the GS. I know it's in good fun, but what do the L haters hate about the L models?
Seats, handlebars, comfortability, responsiveness, the list goes on.
As far as I'm concerned, if you like it ride it; just keep it safe to be on the road.
As far as I'm concerned, if you like it ride it; just keep it safe to be on the road.
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rteam2
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FWIW, I'm 6' 4" and find mine quite comfortable, especially now that bars have been replaced. It is, however, my first bike, so I have little experience for comparison.
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