Oil Filter recomendation for 1983 GS1100G"L"

[Bob Young]

I've decided to keep my wife's GS 1100 G"L" and need to change oil and filter. I've been using FRAM filters because they include that funny looking "O" ring that the dealer charges extra for. Are there other brands of oil filters that include the proper "O" ring? Our Walmart used to carry the correct filter, but no longer do. I have Auto Zone and O'Reilley's in town as well as a Napa store. Most can order them, but I'd rather pick up off the shelf. I can also order from Dennis Kirk, but with shipping it's a little more than I want to pay.

Suggestions are appreciated

Bob Young

 

[Redman]

I was going to say i usally order a couple Frams if/when ordering something else so the shipping is already covered. And I get the Frams since they include the o-ring (that aint an O ). So, I quess I am not saying anything that you dont already know.

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[GRAND ROUGE]

K&N works. Both styles of filter cover "O ring" included. Purchased a few at "my" local O'Reilly store.

 

[fastbysuzuki]

Hi-flo do a filter complete with two different orings rings HF133. You can double check here http://www.hiflofiltro.com/catalogue

On ebay and there are lots from other sellers https://www.ebay.com/itm/Hi-Flo-Oil...238733&hash=item2a72811b7d:g:-TQAAOSwznNbGq95

i use the same hi 133 on my 81gs850 been using them for a few years now no problem.

 

[cowboyup3371]

You are really not paying all that much extra by getting OEM filters and O-rings plus you won't risk the chance that it doesn't fit perfectly. I had problems with K&N filters that were just long enough that the cover wouldn't close down right and oil leaked from that area. I've never had a single problem with leaks from the filter area since returning to Suzuki and my cost really isn't that different.

 

[Downs]

I've went back to OEM parts of most of the things I do now days. Sometimes it's not an option on the older bikes but it's suprising how many parts Suzuki still carries for something like my GS1000.

 

[GRAND ROUGE]

O P stated he is looking for filters he can get "off the shelf." Have purchased K&N …4 times maybe...Autozone O'Reilly, Advance etc. Never a problem. I place a single order for 6 to 8 'genuine' Suzuki filters yearly. Plus a couple of the "O Rings" and a couple of Oil drain bolt crush washers from www.PARTZILLA.com.

 

[Brendan W]

Another Hi-Flo 133 user here.
Anyone need half a dozen of the squiggly seals?

 

[Sasquatch]

I like Napa?s filter. It?s a Wix filter. Has the oring too.

 

[Guest]

I will say that the suzuki "o" ring will last several oil changes, i think my current one has maybe 5 changes on it with no flattening? The fram orings do not last like this. Suzuki filters are only 4 bucks and change at babbitts.....

 

[rapidray]

Fram filters are garbage! I ONLY use OEM Suzuki filters! Street engines, drag race, road race, whatever, I have NEVER had an issue with a Suzuki filter and I've never been to a dealer that didn't have one.
Ray.

 

[Downs]

I typically agree about FRAM being a bad choice in the case of the GS Ithink it's decent. It's easy to see how it's built since it's not in a spin on cartridge.

 

[habsdoc]

Wix and Hastings filters both come with the o-ring.

 

[DRB166]

Wix and K&N are good choices. OReilly Auto Parts may have the Wix filter in stock, NAPA as well (most NAPA branded oil filters are made by Wix).

 

[Grimly]

Another Hi-Flo 133 user here.
Anyone need half a dozen of the squiggly seals?

Ditto.
I'm saving them up for when I get an 1100.
Either that or use them for a catapult.

 

[bwringer]

After a few unpleasant experiences, I only use the OEM o-rings. You can use the same o-ring through multiple oil changes -- I usually install a new one every year.

It's just not worth farting around with ill-fitting aftermarket garbage.

And I agree that Fram filters are complete garbage. Do not use Fram on any engine you care about.


As far as the filter element itself, OEM is the best quality by far, but the Wix/Napa filters and HiFloFiltro filters are OK. But you don't save any money over OEM; it's just that they're easier to find on the shelf sometimes at general powersports dealers or at Napa.

Next time you place a parts order, tack on four or five filters. They're only $4.50 each at my favorite Suzuki bits website.
https://www.onlinecycleparts.com/oemparts/p/suzuki/16510-45040/filter-engine-oil

 

[Grimly]

Oddly, it was cheaper to find Hi-Flo filters from the US from a seller with sensible shipping for a change, than it was to get them in Europe.
Then I found the one seller on ebay UK who rivalled the US price and cheap shipping to me, too.