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    Hiya all,

    I am Dave from Alfreton, Derbyshire - England. I work full time so the amount of time I get to spend on here is limited to how much work we have on at the time.

    I have just purchased GS1000 1978 model for restoration. There are a few bits and bobs I will need from time to time, so I will need a little help. I hope also that I may be of use to you all in some way.

    I have been messing with engines and motorbikes since I were 12 years old, that's 46 years !!. Nothing yet has beaten me ( there has been a few close calls mind).

    My bike is imported from California and is 100% original ( other than a rather large King & Queen seat, and high rise handlebars). The frame No is GS1000105105
    can anyone tell me what is the exact model so that I can order spare parts and obtain the correct parts book.

    Regards

    #2
    Welcome!

    This link contains some info you may find useful...http://members.dslextreme.com/users/bikecliff/

    Take note of the instructions on how to post photos on GSR. We NEED photos!!!

    There was two different 1000 models in 1978 (USA market, not sure about UK). E model has dual disc front brakes and aluminum wheels, the regular model GS1000, sometimes denoted the "C" model which references 1978, has a single disc and spoke wheels. The C is not an official model designation though. We can not tell anything from the VIN number.
    Ed

    To measure is to know.

    Mikuni O-ring Kits For Sale...https://www.thegsresources.com/_foru...ts#post1703182

    Top Newbie Mistakes thread...http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...d.php?t=171846

    Carb rebuild tutorial...https://gsarchive.bwringer.com/mtsac...d_Tutorial.pdf

    KZ750E Rebuild Thread...http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...0-Resurrection

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      #3
      Have a look at this http://www.ozebook.com/compendium/su...nos/engnos.htm
      The 'C' model year 1000s started at frame number 100001, the same year 1000Es started at frame 500001
      The number you are looking at is (model)(frame number) (GS1000)(105105)
      Last edited by Brendan W; 12-10-2015, 11:44 AM.
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        #4
        Welcome. Good luck with the project. Can I assume from your name that you're into Hondas as well?
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        Glen
        -85 1150 es - Plus size supermodel.
        -Rusty old scooter.
        Other things I like to photograph.....instagram.com/gs_junkie
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          #5
          yes Dorkburger, I am into Hondas. I have 2 fireblades.. I am very interested in this new bike I have because through all of my endeavours with motorcycles over the years -- the build quality of suzukis are very, very good.. and as such I MAY WELL GET RID OF EVERYTHING THAT IS NOT SUZUKI

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