GS300L - Am I insane?

[Kitten Tooth]

if you do happen to find another CDI box, i would jump on it. That box is like the magic part for that model of bike. There will almost always be somebody to come along and buy it so if things dont work out with the title, you can always just get your money back for it

 

[Woodsy]

Hmm engine is alot like my gsx250s, wonder if they have the same part your after?

 

[Guest]

I just cross referenced the igniter on the Zedder cross reference program that I have and ; GS300 igniter
82 GS300L
83 GS300L
85 GS300L
these are the only models listed for this igniter
part# 32900-11910

 

[Woodsy]

Mine ends in 44410, just went out and checked. My bike wasnt released in the states apparently.

 

[dfocht]

Hi everyone!

I'm finally back and have the title in hand! Woo hoo!

I also obtained a gs300 ignitor off of ebay.

Now I need to pick up a battery and install the ignition.

So my question now is... Should I have the engine rebuilt first or should I go ahead and change the oil, plugs, and give it a crank?

When the bike is in gear and you move it along you can hear compression in the engine but I have no idea when the last time it was run or if it will.

I just don't want to cause any unnecessary damage if possible.

Are there particular things I should examine or do before trying to start such an old and unknown engine?

Thanks!
Doug Focht

 

[razor02097]

I would prep it and give it a shot.

Nice to see another 300L around here

 

[Guest]

As long as it's not seized and not full of fuel due to a dodgy fuel tap then I'd probably give her a go.

If you're unsure about cam timing then maybe whip the valve cover off and double check that... you can always do a valve clearance check while you're in there too...

 

[Larry D]

Start her up !!!!! These bikes WANT to run !!!!!!

Of course, drain any nasty fuel and put in fresh. Make sure there's oil in the engine and a fully charged battery and give her a go !!!!!!

 

[dfocht]

Thanks for the input guys! I'll keep you posted!

 

[razor02097]

Any update?

 

[dfocht]

Nothing new at the moment other than acquiring plugs, oil, filter and a gas tank off eBay. I'll need to get a fuel petcock for it or take it off the tank I already have. I still need to get the battery and I was thinking of spending some money and getting the Shorai lithium battery. I just don't feel like dealing with the lead acid kind. I bought a copy of the GS300L manual at the AMA swap meet this summer and just scanned it this weekend. I need to ask BassCliff if he would like to post it on his site. I'm busy this weekend and next but I'm dying to get started. I just wish I had an attached garage or a heated one. Thanks for asking!