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petcock lever

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I see a lot of questions on petcock problems but nothing about why there isn't a lever on a petcock (1980 gs 750 E) I got htis bike and it had no lever .I got a new one from e-bay and it did not have a lever( or position handle/lever)
 
I understand now . it came like that on NEW suzuki's? what suzuki petcock would interchange ?
 
willys 55 said:
I understand now . it came like that on NEW suzuki's? what suzuki petcock would interchange ?
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None of the other taps will fit. That year had a tank with tap mounting holes at 50mm centre to centre - every other year it was different.

If you don't want to use the original Suzuki design you can fit an adapter plate that allows you to use a different type of (after market) tap.
 
Greetings and Salutations!!

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Hi Mr. willys 55,

If you like, call up the guys at Z1Enterprises.com and they can fix you up with an aftermarket petcock and adapter plate. Those leverless 1980 petcocks can be a pain.

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BassCliff said:
Hi Mr. willys 55,

If you like, call up the guys at Z1Enterprises.com and they can fix you up with an aftermarket petcock and adapter plate. Those leverless 1980 petcocks can be a pain.
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I know some people have had trouble with the '80 petcock, or just don't like the fact that it does not have a reserve. After replacing my original with a new OEM from the dealer 8 years ago, I have had no trouble. It works like a charm. Just have to watch and know your fuel gaugue.
PS. The slot turned up and down is "prime", horizontal is "run."
 
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