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What's better than one '78 GS1000E ?

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How about a '79 GS1000E. I just picked this one up, 3,802 original miles last tagged in 1985, had been stored inside then wheeled outside several years ago. I'll have lots of restoration questions on this one, now that I generally know my way around the GS1000E. These pictures links do not do it justice, just had enough room to cram it into the stable with the other old horse. http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/phot...?authkey=Gv1sRgCNXwxcmtuPG8DA&feat=directlink http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/phot...?authkey=Gv1sRgCNXwxcmtuPG8DA&feat=directlink http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/phot...?authkey=Gv1sRgCNXwxcmtuPG8DA&feat=directlink http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/phot...?authkey=Gv1sRgCNXwxcmtuPG8DA&feat=directlink http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/phot...?authkey=Gv1sRgCNXwxcmtuPG8DA&feat=directlink http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/phot...?authkey=Gv1sRgCNXwxcmtuPG8DA&feat=directlink http://picasaweb.google.com/lh/phot...?authkey=Gv1sRgCNXwxcmtuPG8DA&feat=directlink
 
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First question, the guys wife kept his keys and title when they divorced. No problem with the title, it was in his name. He owns a local paint and body shop so I have no worry about the title or ownership. Is there any way to get a set of keys?
 
OldVet66 said:
First question, the guys wife kept his keys and title when they divorced. No problem with the title, it was in his name. He owns a local paint and body shop so I have no worry about the title or ownership. Is there any way to get a set of keys?
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It used to be the case that the key # was stamped on the switch body, out of view, take it off and see, looks like a whole lot of stuff is gonna have to come off anyway:(
 
OldVet66 said:
First question, the guys wife kept his keys and title when they divorced. No problem with the title, it was in his name. He owns a local paint and body shop so I have no worry about the title or ownership. Is there any way to get a set of keys?
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When you get the title, take it to a locksmith. With the VIN, he can use a program on his pc to call up the original key code and make you a new one. I had to do that with my Voyager. He wouldn't do it without the title in front of him and my ID. Easy as pie once he was satisfied that the bike was mine.
Don
 
recycled64 said:
It used to be the case that the key # was stamped on the switch body, out of view, take it off and see, looks like a whole lot of stuff is gonna have to come off anyway:(
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Any real locksmith can make a key from this number for about $15 or so, we do it all the time.
 
Thanks, I'll have a look when I get a chance. The surface rust jumps out at you. It's actually in pretty fair shape. It was like taking a showroom bike and parking it in the weather for several years, first under a blue plastic tarp that eventually rotted away.
 
For that surface rust, spray it with the Seafoam spray nd see what happens

I've removed or reduced a lot with just a spray, wait a few days and wipe
 
There is a guy on Ebay that will cut you a key from the 3 digit number. Quite often on the seat lock or gas cap lock
 
I see the three digit number on the seat lock. I'll give that a try. I think I'll pass on a set of three, I'm going to have enough trouble explaining this one to the wife, but it was too good a find to let go. the frame is in excellent shape, all original factory cables, boots vent routing, etc. The motor still has 99% of the factory paint on the upper half. The bottom half needs a little work, but is in much better shape than the '78. The seat cover is in good shape, I'll have to take it off and stitch the seam in the back from the inside. The foam is just fine. The bike was prepped for storage but that was so long ago that I think after I strip the tank, it is a candidate for electrolysis. The front brake works, the rear lever is seized up. All the cable sheaths and connections look real good, the clutch pulls normally. Unfortunately the front forks and handlebars look pretty bad. The rotors are in excellent shape, just some minor scoring on the back disk, none to speak of on the front disks.
 
The Suzuki dealer can cut you a key based on the three digit number on the seat lock.
Then, go to a competent locksmith to get copies for less money.

Eric
 
The locks arnt that difficult to get apart. Take them out and mix and match tumblers till you have both bikes keyed alike. Its just trial and error and it helps to have a few spare locks to rob different sized tumblers from.

Nice thing I found out...Ive re-keyed VWs and my GS (ign was different then the other locks), the tumblers were the same.

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All the little rectangle deals in the top row are the tumblers. All you have to do is put a set in and stick your key of choice in there. You want them to be flush with the outside of the barrel. Really..you could just put 2-3 (mine had 5) and be good to go. They just have to stick up to keep the barrel from turning when its locked (ie..no key in it)
 
Rover said:
Hi , I've posted the 1980 I bought this year elsewhere in the Forum.This is a shot of my bikes taken a few years ago.Still have them plus another Black Skunk parts bike.


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Jealousy rears its ugly head again!
Rover, if you could give me your address and when you will be away[edit: when you will be home} i could come by and help myself[edit: you] take a group shot.
 
That bike is beautiful. What pipe is that? My '78 looks much like the second from the left, down to the NOS silver tank and the blue tail piece. It has a V&H 4 in to 1. My side covers are burgundy. I got the key cut from the seat lock number. Kinda sucks having to work when there is important play that needs doing.:)
 
steve murdoch said:
Jealousy rears its ugly head again!
Rover, if you could give me your address and when you will be away[edit: when you will be home} i could come by and help myself[edit: you] take a group shot.
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I couldn't have said it better! LOL!

Nice Sable!!!

Eric
 
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