Because passers by would turn the clock off.
Both hidden and on view options were available on the 79 bike in the UK as well as the 80.
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1980 GS1000S Progress!!
- Thread starter Vmass
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Because passers by would turn the clock off.
Both hidden and on view options were available on the 79 bike in the UK as well as the 80.
I found the glass at a dealer... They actually had two and I had them send both to me. Unfortunately, one arrived broken.
Replacing the glass was not too difficult. After removing the gauge unit from the bike, you simply start removing the covers (2) from the back.
Plan on the original gasket that surrounds the glass ( you won't be able to see it) being melted to the unit. Patiently heat it up with a hair dryer. I was able to reuse the original gasket.
The weak point of the glass is where the hole is for the knob. I assume most of them broke due to the knobbeing pressed against the glass.
Replacing the glass was not too difficult. After removing the gauge unit from the bike, you simply start removing the covers (2) from the back.
Plan on the original gasket that surrounds the glass ( you won't be able to see it) being melted to the unit. Patiently heat it up with a hair dryer. I was able to reuse the original gasket.
The weak point of the glass is where the hole is for the knob. I assume most of them broke due to the knobbeing pressed against the glass.
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cvmgtwowheels
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Had me hoping that it was made at a glass shop. The search goes on. If you find another please let me know.
Jim
Jim
I had to make mine. I'm not a glass worker by any means but I found it easy enough to do - just took quite a bit of time making the edges nice and smooth.
If I didn't locate one, my plan was to have one made out of plexiglass. I assume it is a fairly simple project. In fact, thinking about it, why not just cut it yourself?
The edges are hidden.
G
GS550Triumph
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I love these bikes!! Nice job man!
Thanks.. it will be a lengthy project.
Can someone send me a close up shot of their S fuse/flasher panel?
The R/R is not stock...
Thank you very much!
good gosh omighty!!! A wes cooley!!I would give a lot for one of those.
Ron,
There out there. Keep your eyes and wallet open! Worth the money to me, it's a great bike.
Steve
GS Whisperer
Maybe a valve adjusting expert would like to attend
OK where are you in Mass.? :-k
Most of the state is only about 3 hours from me, and I am looking for weekend projects. I also have my shim box and mercury sticks with me.
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Thats the only bike i would want for a collection.Only i would ride it all the time.Some bikes are classics.Yours is one of them.
OK where are you in Mass.? :-k
Most of the state is only about 3 hours from me, and I am looking for weekend projects. I also have my shim box and mercury sticks with me.
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Hey Steve,
Valves have not been adjusted yet. However, I am focusing on the cosmetic stuff now. I have the front end torn down for polishing and brake rebuilding. I am not sure if it would be a good time to adjust the valves?
Steve
GS Whisperer
I'm ready.I agree with Steve about being the perfect time to do the valves. I'd take him up on his offer.
Just need appropriate coordinates in the space-time continuum.
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Here is a couple of progress pics (before and afters) of the front end. Caliper paint looks a little too shiny for my liking. I was not able to commit to a wheel paint. So for know, I will stick with the clean, faded original look. Which I think is an exceptable look.
J
jwhelan65
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Nice work!
