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1979 GS850 Vibration?

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Hello All,

I just picked up a 1979 GS850 and on my first ride I noticed a lot of vibration above 5,500rpm. Not bad vibration, just very noticeable compared to the bikes I rode when i was younger?

Is this normal for the bike? What should I expect?

Thank you very much for your time,
-Rob
 
ender22 said:
Hello All,

I just picked up a 1979 GS850 and on my first ride I noticed a lot of vibration above 5,500rpm. Not bad vibration, just very noticeable compared to the bikes I rode when i was younger?

Is this normal for the bike? What should I expect?

Thank you very much for your time,
-Rob
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This newtoyou bike almost certainly has long overdue maintenance needs- get to them before unpleasant things find you. see this guy's site for info overload

http://members.dslextreme.com/users/bikecliff

A vibration at 5500 rpm could be many things- inspect your tires ASAP
 
If you have not synchronized the carbs, do that. These things do vibrate though. I find them a bit annoying over 5000 RPM personally, for that reason.
 
Thanks all!

I have ordered the o-rings and fasteners for the carb boots. I will syncronize them at that time as well. thanks!

-Rob
 
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