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  1. J

    Michelin Road Classic tires

    OUCH!!!!!!! joepenoso
  2. J

    Name these Bikes

    The house is probably out in the sticks. It is a lovely house and very reasonable joepenoso
  3. J

    Opinions on DL1000 V Strom as an 850 replacement

    I ENJOYED READING ABOUT DECISION MAKING PROCESS. PRETZIL LOGIC? THANKS joepenoso
  4. J

    Engine oil leak (from base gasket)

    What if O.E.M. head gaskets are not available? joepenoso
  5. J

    Oil Leak

    Thanks Brian joepenoso
  6. J

    Oil Leak

    What 's the O ring part no. for the starter? Sorry to trouble you want to get parts before hand. Thanks joepenoso
  7. J

    GS 1000 gaskets

    But if there are no O.E.M. you must buy aftermarket joepenoso
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    What did I do??

    Hello folks: I had a perfectly running79-850 with oil leaks. I know 1 thing at a time. Anyhow I changed carb "O" rings, rebuilt auto cam chain and re oil sealed tach. drive. Now when it starts, it runs well but I hear a whining sound and the higher I rev it when moving I get a louder whining...
  9. J

    '82+ GS 850 Aftermarket Exhaust?

    Checkout local motorcycle wrecking yards, E-Bay, it's out there.
  10. J

    fuel tap issues

    That looks original, very good and cheap. An unusual combination. joepenoso
  11. J

    Shinko 712's on a 750

    I used 130 /90/17 rear Bridgestone Spitfire with no detriment. Although I never used Shinko they are preferred over Kenda Tires which I used. Kenda are alright if you stay out of the rain.
  12. J

    Metzler klassic 130/90/17 anybody try them??

    I bought 2 rears from Dennis Kirk for $150.00 Metzeler Klassic 130/90/17. After using I will give an evaluation. joepenoso
  13. J

    Continental "GO" Tire 130/90/17

    Conti "GO" tires used to be made in Korea. Continental sent them out subcontracted to manufacture by I think Stinko. Thanks joepenoso
  14. J

    Continental "GO" Tire 130/90/17

    Hello Learned Fellows: Did anyone try the following tire and how did you like it? Continental "GO" Tire 130/90/17 Thanks joepenoso
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    Metzler klassic 130/90/17 anybody try them??

    Hello good folks: METZLER KLASSIC 130/90/17 ANYBODY TRY THEM?? Thanks joepenoso
  16. J

    79 gs850 bent frame :(

    I would consider getting a straight frame at the wreckers or use the current machine for parts and getting another bike. Check out kijiji for GS850 Suzuki s' to get an indication of resale value. I have 2 1979 850's that I'm working on now. Thanks joepenoso
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    '80 GS1000G Rear suspension?

    I think that's a chinese shock. If for no reason but it's cheap. SPECS SOUND GOOD BUT i HAVE NO IDEA IF THE SHOCKS WILL BE ANY GOOD. IF YOU DECIDE TO BUY IT MAKE SURE TO TELL US HOW WELL THEY WORK; JOEPENOSO
  18. J

    Change 17" rim with L model 16 " rim

    That's why I'm asking. 16" tires have more variety. Rear 16" wheel is from 1981 850 L My bike is 1979 GS850 GN
  19. J

    Change 17" rim with L model 16 " rim

    Can I..... Change 17" rim with L model 16 " rim? Any gotchas to watch out for?? This is contemplated for a 1979 GS 850 GN Joepenoso
  20. J

    front fork covers.

    Yes I had a brain fart couldn't remember. I wanted one that would last. If you bought Chinese knockoffs they wear an tear pretty quick. joepenoso Checked out ebay don't know about quality this...
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