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New GS owner

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Hello All,

Just wanting to introduce myself. My name's Trevor and I've been riding since 2007. I currently live in central Missouri and will be moving to Louisville KY in a few months. years ago I started off on a CX500 which I rode for a few years before leaving for the Army (it's still in storage in Rhode Island). Back in 2012 I picked up a kawa Z1b that I used as a daily... well this winter I put it under the knife for a much needed overhaul (gonna need all new seals and to go to it's first overbore).
In the mean time I picked up this GS750E that the previous owner had set up for vintage track days.

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Above is the before picture from the day I brought it home, and I've about finished it's overhaul. It's going to have progressive front and rear springs, a full service, and eventually turn signals (when I get around to it). Everything on the bike has been drilled for safety wire by the last owner. Eventually I'll completely re-do the wiring to stock specs so as to make life a little easier.


for those interested, here's a picture of my Z1 that's currently being rebuilt.

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Welcome to the site, Trevor.
Always liked the look of these Rickman fairing.
Nice GS. was that a recent purchase? One that looked similar was just on Craigslist for cheap money.
 
steve murdoch said:
Welcome to the site, Trevor.
Always liked the look of these Rickman fairing.
Nice GS. was that a recent purchase? One that looked similar was just on Craigslist for cheap money.
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thanks!

yea I got it from a guy up in ST Louis for a good price... gotta keep myself off craigslist!
 
Welcome to the site, nice looking bikes, both of them. Ya I remember that ad for the 750, anything been done to it engine wise?
 
azr said:
Welcome to the site, nice looking bikes, both of them. Ya I remember that ad for the 750, anything been done to it engine wise?
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The motor's all stock. I'll likely keep it that way too because I'm interested in the possibility of getting out on the track with it eventually.
 
And we're on the road (as of last week)

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So far I've done the following:
Progressive front and rear shocks
20wt fork oil
Rebuilt rear caliper and master
New brake fluid
Blinkers
Horn
Mirrors

Now I've just got to put about 20-30 miles on it (with seafoam in the case) and do an oil change.

I did notice that it doesn't seem to be charging, and after going through the stator papers I'm going to try a polaris R/R to see if that solves the issue. If that doesn't work then I'll recheck the connections and replace the stator... I have no problem throwing parts at this issue as the parts are worth it on their own.

I absolutely love the feel of the bike, the suspension combined with the riding position makes for really comfortable and confident riding.
 
Welcome Trevor, really diggin' that 750. Enjoy your way; lots of helpful members here.

Ed
 
Move0ver said:
And we're on the road (as of last week)

12970d1425839666-1979-gs750e-did-right-done1.jpg


So far I've done the following:
Progressive front and rear shocks
20wt fork oil
Rebuilt rear caliper and master
New brake fluid
Blinkers
Horn
Mirrors

Now I've just got to put about 20-30 miles on it (with seafoam in the case) and do an oil change.

I did notice that it doesn't seem to be charging, and after going through the stator papers I'm going to try a polaris R/R to see if that solves the issue. If that doesn't work then I'll recheck the connections and replace the stator... I have no problem throwing parts at this issue as the parts are worth it on their own.

I absolutely love the feel of the bike, the suspension combined with the riding position makes for really comfortable and confident riding.
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Welcome to GSR!!
Dude your bike looks frickin' cool I love your Z1 too!

Here's a link that is a good guide to figuring out the charging issue:
http://www.thegsresources.com/_foru...-Charging-System-Health&p=1138531#post1138531

Might also be a burnt out leg in the Stator. I have replaced so many electrical bits on GS's. Just comes with the love for these machines.

Also be sure you valve clearances are in check. Hate for you to do all this work then burn a valve out on a ride.

Good luck!!!

Welcome aboard!
 
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