GS1150 socket caps

[rich001]

hi all,

just looking into some details. On 1150s, and others too I guess, Suzuki used plastic caps that fitted into some socket bolts to cover up the hole and tidy it up. See part No. 5 in the diagram below. there are several sizes used in different locatios on the bike.

http://i1305.photobucket.com/albums/s542/rich0012/dp008199_zps13b547c4.png

What I was wondering was if there is a cheap source for these (other than Suzuki). Maybe we could do a bulk buy?

I imagine several GS models of the time would have used similar plugs.

Doesn't hurt to ask, eh?

Richard

[blowerbike]

1 tube of black silicone.
fill holes with silicone and wipe off the excess and let dry...

[Agemax]

look on ebay, there are plenty available and fairly cheap,
example.....

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CHROME-CAPS-COVERS-PLUGS-FOR-MOTORCYCLE-ALLEN-HEAD-BOLTS-M5-/280992396180?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item416c73b394

[UncleMike]

I've found them in most auto-parts stores as well.

[rich001]

Thanks guys,

Blower: good last resort.

Agemax: I have contacted that guy to see if he has those chrome covers in black. They are exactly the right shape and size so we might be lucky.

Mike : I haven,t seen them in shops here ( but I haven,t really been looking either). I will ask next time I am in one.

Thanks again
Richard

[Agemax]

Richard, there are plenty more there, i didnt really look in depth. you could always spray them black!

[UncleMike]

Usually in the section where they have interior and body fasteners.

[Agemax]

here ya go........

http://www.pro-bolt.com/aluminium/aluminium-push-in-buttons-cup-washers/aluminium-button-inserts-m10-pack-x-10-black.html#.UIcl-sXm4tE

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/motorsport/nuts-bolts-washers/pro-bolt-alloy-push-in-button-inserts

[Agemax]

or you could use something like this as a cheaper option, just hold them in with a blob of silicon.....

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/100-WHITE-POZI-SCREW-COVER-CAP-PACK-x-100-6s-8s-/190327956420?pt=UK_DIY_Material_Nails_Fixing_MJ&hash=item2c506e23c4

[KC1908]

Hey Rich, I am going to Repco or Supercheap on Saturday for some tools and will have a look there. I wouldn't mind getting a few too. I will let you know if they stock them.

Ken

[rich001]

Hi Ken,

That would be great.

The eBay link that agemax referred to ( the one with the chrome covers ) has answered an email and has said that he can easily get in black covers at about 30% less than the chrome covers. Planning on putting an order with him.

But I will hold off until I hear how you go at the shops on the weekend.

Thanks for the help everyone.

Richard