Long trips anyone?

[danny01975]

Update.. I did 245 miles yesterday. Not a single issue, other than my ass hurting by the end of the trip!

While inspecting the bike trying to figure out what the status is on the r/r, I did see a few questionable grounds on the electronics holder tray thing. So I'm going to take the rectifier off to see what kind it is, and while I'm at it, remove those questionable grounds and clean them up and re-connect them. And install a small voltage meter somewhere on the bike.

And one day, find a more comfortable seat!

 

[danny01975]

Same. I’ve only seen one other one in the wild. A 79 GS1000. Otherwise, nada.

 

[londonboards]

This was a long trip on a GS1100G - along with rectifier problems!

https://suzukigs1100g1982.blogspot.com/2014/09/rectifying-electrical-problem-in-italy.html

 

[lizzywhite45]

Hey man, totally get the hesitation, these old GS bikes can make you second-guess long rides. I’ve got an ‘81 GS850G, and once I sorted the usual stuff (charging system, bearings, wiring), I started doing 200+ mile trips with no problems. Swapping to an SH775 reg/rec made a big difference.

If your stator and reg are still original, I’d replace them for peace of mind.

Also, this prep checklist is super helpful:

-> ​10 Tips to Prepare Any Motorcycle for Long Trips

You’ve already done the work, now let it ride. Let us know how it goes!​

 

[rphillips]

lizzy, you mentioned "Swapping to a SH775 reg/rec made a big difference... You were doing 200+ mile trips with no problems, wondering what big difference you saw or felt after installing the SH775?

 

[Grimly]

Also, this prep checklist is super helpful:

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You’ve already done the work, now let it ride. Let us know how it goes!​

Back to the plugging of Viking Bags, eh?
How much are you getting paid to constantly shill their goods, or are you involved in some way?

 

[lizzywhite45]

lizzy, you mentioned "Swapping to a SH775 reg/rec made a big difference... You were doing 200+ mile trips with no problems, wondering what big difference you saw or felt after installing the SH775?

Hey yeah, I did notice a diff after swapping to the SH775. Voltage stays steady now, no random dips, and it def runs cooler. Before that I was always paranoid on longer rides, esp at night or with gear plugged in.

It’s not like more power or anything, but just way more stable and reliable. That’s why I started doing 200+ mile trips with no stress.

If your stator and reg are still stock, I’d def upgrade, peace of mind alone is worth it.


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[salty_monk]

I’ve done several trips 1500-2000 miles in length over the years without any problems

 

[Burque73]

danny01975 have you seen this thread?

https://www.thegsresources.com/_for...6245-around-the-world-on-a-gs850g-for-a-cause