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    #31
    I know all states are different, but here in TN., If he's the last registered owner, he can go to his County Court Clerks office, at his courthouse and get a duplicate, replacement, title in just a few min. for $14.... Wish it were that simple everywhere... Also thinking in "80", about the only difference in the 850 vs 1000 was HP, even difference in wgt. was less than 10 lbs. I don't remember any of the body/chassis parts hat weren't interchangeable, but again it's been 45 yrs.
    1983 GS1100E, 1983 CB1100F, 1991 GSX1100G, 1996 Kaw. ZL600 Eliminator, 1999 Bandit 1200S, 2005 Bandit 1200S, 2000 Kaw. ZRX 1100

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      #32
      The 1980 GS850 is a great bike. One of the best seats ever created. The 850 engine is super smooth, also. More so than the bigger engines. You won't notice extra weight compared to the 1000/1100 bikes. Yes, a little less power, but more than enough for most riding use cases.
      Ed

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        #33
        UPDATE #? - Pulled the trigger on the local 850G. Here's a pic, will post more details on a new thread. Only known issues are cracked RH side panel, tear in the seat cover, suspect charging, and uncertain firing of a few cyls. The airbox is on the seat. Between the Vetter fairing and the rear rack, it is not easy to get that beast on the center stand.

        Thanks for all the help.

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        Current rides: GS650L, GS550T, GL500, GL1100, Bonnie, Triumph Adventurer, Guzzi California

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          #34
          Originally posted by sacruickshank View Post
          Between the Vetter fairing and the rear rack, it is not easy to get that beast on the center stand.
          That's because the springs are sagging after 45 years. If you're a summer-only rider you can ditch the Vetter, but depends on how searingly hot your summers are. Year-round riders are glad of the fairing in winter.
          No doubt Rob S. will be around shortly. He loves fairings and luggage.
          ---- Dave

          Only a dog knows why a motorcyclist sticks his head out of a car window

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            #35
            Originally posted by Grimly View Post

            That's because the springs are sagging after 45 years. If you're a summer-only rider you can ditch the Vetter, but depends on how searingly hot your summers are. Year-round riders are glad of the fairing in winter.
            No doubt Rob S. will be around shortly. He loves fairings and luggage.
            Asheville summers are moderate, not searingly hot. I have another bike (OK 2 others at the moment) with a windscreen for colder temps.
            Current rides: GS650L, GS550T, GL500, GL1100, Bonnie, Triumph Adventurer, Guzzi California

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