ever seen these valve covers before?

[Gregory]

I like the chrome better, but first time I have ever seen these. On an ad on 80 gs1000L.

http://denver.craigslist.org/mcy/3975083563.html
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[Guest]

Yes, they were pretty commonly available back in the day. Maybe still? Ray

 

[jknappsax]

Pretty cool!

Pretty cool!

Anybody know of a source for these, or if ones for some other bike can be made to work?

 

[UncleMike]

I see them on eBay from time to time. A few variations for the 16v engines as well.

 

[jknappsax]

No luck with Google!

No luck with Google!

I've tried "finned-cam end covers Suzuki GS 1000 1979" in every combination with no luck. I find lots for the Kawasaki Z1s, wondered if some for another bike (like the Z1) might be adapted.

 

[UncleMike]

I've tried "finned-cam end covers Suzuki GS 1000 1979" in every combination with no luck. I find lots for the Kawasaki Z1s, wondered if some for another bike (like the Z1) might be adapted.

Methinks that's a tad too specific.

 

[jknappsax]

Maybe, but they've got to either fit or be close enough to be made to fit. Anybody know what the hole-to-hole spacing is on the ones for the Kawi? Gotta admit, this is way down on my priority list, but if anybody knows...

 

[russr33]

I have a set on my 78 1k

 

[chuck hahn]

I typed in CAM END COVER and got 127 hits.

 

[Guest]

I typed in CAM END COVER and got 127 hits.

He looking for specifically the finned covers. I can't find any right now on Ebay, the last set of finned GS covers I saw was a month or so ago and they went for $130.00 or something

 

[russr33]

 

[viperg]

Sweet look Russ! That bike is just right. I have personally never seen the finned covers for the 8 valve motors. I have several sets for my GT750 which are very rare and highly prized. Only they are clutch, alternator & ignition covers. A used set will go $300 plus.