Carb replacement question

[emjay]

I'd like to replace the whole rack on my 82 GS 550M.
I found these on ebay that are from an 82 GS 650L.
The part numbers don't match up, but I thought there might be a chance they'll fit.
Does anyone know if I should give them a try?
They're 60 miles away and so far no bids, so the auction is attractive.

 

[Do Little]

For $30 it's worth buying them regardless, if they don't fit you would have no problem reselling them, and if they do fit you'll get a hell of a deal.

http://members.dslextreme.com/users/bikecliff/images/carbspec_float_height.html

Here's a pretty good list of bikes and thier carb models, courtesy of Basscliff's website.

 

[tom203]

For $30 it's worth buying them regardless, if they don't fit you would have no problem reselling them, and if they do fit you'll get a hell of a deal.

http://members.dslextreme.com/users/bikecliff/images/carbspec_float_height.html

Here's a pretty good list of bikes and thier carb models, courtesy of Basscliff's website.

I agree , they look decent. If you have any measurement questions, PM me as I have a spare rack of 650 carbs in my basement in Sebago.

 

[BassCliff]

Hi,

Both bikes use the BS32SS carbs. The important variable will be the spacing of the carbs in the carb rack itself. Even if the spacing isn't right for #2 and #3, you should still be able to take off #1 and #4 and use them on your existing rack of carbs. I don't know if that will do you any good, but it's an option.

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff