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Picking up my GS Today.

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Hey all im new to the site and proud to say a new owner of a 80' GS550E
this bike runs but im def. gonna do some work to it and get it back in condition it hasnt been tended to in awhile. If you guys know where it is easy to locate parts that would be amazing!!
 
Welcome to the nut house, you will find all the help and info you could possibly want here.
Basscliff should be along shortly to give you his Mega Welcome, in there you will find a whole world of GS information, including a list of parts vendors, most of the stuff is available without to much hassle.
Oh and we like pics, lots of pics. :D
 
Greetings and Salutations!!

Greetings and Salutations!!

Hi Mr. pryme2318,

Let me point you in the right direction, dump a TON if information on you, and share some GS850G lovin'. :D

I just stopped by to welcome you to the forum in my own, special way.
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If there's anything you'd like to know about the Suzuki GS model bikes, and most others actually, you've come to the right place. There's a lot of knowledge and experience here in the community. Come on in and let me say "HOoooowwwDY!"....
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Here is your very own magical, mystical, mythical, mind-expanding "mega-welcome". Please take notice of the "Top 10 Common Issues", "Top 15 Tips For GS Happiness", the Carb Cleanup Series, and the Stator Papers. All of these tasks must be addressed in order to have a safe, reliable machine. Now let me roll out the welcome mat for you...

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Please click here for your mega-welcome, chock full of tips, suggestions, links to vendors, and other information. Then feel free to visit my little BikeCliff website where I've been collecting the wisdom of this generous community. Don't forget, we like pictures! Not you, your bike! :D

Thanks for joining us. Keep us informed.

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff
 
Thank you!

Thank you!

Thank you all for the warm welcome!
All went well with the pick up of the bike. There are a few issues with it as i was well aware of.

Dent in the tank, Left blinker doesnt blink the back one comes on but just stays lit and the front doesnt work at all (Wiring is my specialty so this should be an easy fix), DIRTY!!! Oh my is it dirty, 2nd gear light doesnt work, needs a new sprocket, i'm pretty sure the carb is going to need to be rebuilt soon (have a buddy that knows how im younger so carbs are a little overwhelming for me but it will be a great chance to learn a little).

Other than that started right up & rode great.

As requested here is a picture.
 
Plans.

Plans.

Here is what im planning on doing to the bike.
Im going to stay around $1500-$3000, and by the looks of it the cost of these parts i may even be able to stay under that. However, i cant paint which is going to pose a problem because i want to pull whatever i can for repainting which i think might eat up a little of my budget.

I bought the bike for $325 (Great Deal Right!)
I will be putting all original parts on or at least replicas i dont think there is anything wrong with the style of these bikes. I Love the look.

1.Clean it - This thing is filthy its going to take some elbow grease and alot of toothbrushes to get it where i like it. After that ill know where i stand as far as replacement parts.

2.Replace handle bars - These are old and a little rusty i might try and salvage them but not sure if ill be happy with the outcome.

3.Dented tank - Possible repair or a new tank...ive looked and there arent to many to choose from that are in any better condition than mine.

4.New sprocket - Easy

5.Carb work - I'll figure it out :confused:

6.Fenders - Front and back have some dings nothing major but enough to where i dont like it. I'd like new ones but im so picky i want them to be perfect.

7.Wiring - This is my specialty i can handle it.

8.Repaint - This ill have done perfessionally since i have no clue where to even start.

9.Emblems - Just want them to look new

10.RIDE IT UNTIL THE WHEELS FALL OFF AND START ALL OVER :dancing:
 
Post a location, someone may have parts you need, or painting expertise and could help you out. For example, I have an extra 550 L tank sitting on my garage floor taking up space.... And the rest of a 550L sitting in a plastic bin. By the way, the bike in your picture is a 550L, not a 550E.
And I like to paint bikes.
 
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Yes i noticed that upon pick up it was listed as an E but im happy either way. Im in iowa but id love to see some pictures of your tanks if your interested in getting rid of any pieces :)
 
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