question 82 gs550l

[4drpower]

alright im new here for one, two I just picked up a 82gs550l for 100$ bike is in good condition everything works blah blah... anyways first off bike will NOT run when petcock is in the on position it will only run in the prime position, which may be my problem but im not sure, but bike will start and idle fine on Prime..... and run the whole time until i shut the damn thing off, i can goose the throttle and get a few high revs out of it to about 5K but when im driving it I cant give it full throttle bc it will bog down.. it wont die it just bogs if im easy on the throttle and shift at 1-3K rpm it drives alright i can get up to speed but the least bit more gas i give it it just bogs... sometimes after its running for awhile and im running in gear hold it to about 4k and goose it it will stutter... then kick in, like its running like it should till about 6500k-7 and then start to bog down again, i need help... i know jack **** about bikes just know how to start and ride them... im only mechanically inclined with cars, and sorry about the long post i just really need to get this thing running for a bobber project

[Dave8338]

alright im new here for one, two I just picked up a 82gs550l for 100$ bike is in good condition everything works blah blah... anyways first off bike will NOT run when petcock is in the on position it will only run in the prime position, which may be my problem but im not sure, but bike will start and idle fine on Prime..... and run the whole time until i shut the damn thing off, i can goose the throttle and get a few high revs out of it to about 5K but when im driving it I cant give it full throttle bc it will bog down.. it wont die it just bogs if im easy on the throttle and shift at 1-3K rpm it drives alright i can get up to speed but the least bit more gas i give it it just bogs... sometimes after its running for awhile and im running in gear hold it to about 4k and goose it it will stutter... then kick in, like its running like it should till about 6500k-7 and then start to bog down again, i need help... i know jack **** about bikes just know how to start and ride them... im only mechanically inclined with cars, and sorry about the long post i just really need to get this thing running for a bobber project

First off...WELCOME to the only site on the web, for the GS series of bikes.

Next, you need to do a little computer work, prior to hitting the wrenches.
A complete carb clean (look it up, this ain't kindergarden is in order) and the o-rings can be purchased through Cycleorings.com AKA Robert Barr, a member here. Also, a set of o-rings for the intake rubbers is needed.
Next comes a good clean air filter, ALL clamps tight, and a battery with a full charge.
Report back when these tasks have been completed and I will bet, the only questions that you have, revolve around the final tune!

Mr. BassCliff will give you a better welcome, I assure you.

Again WELCOME to the holy grail of the GS bikes.

[detorn]

great pick up for $100, but you will have to put a little more out to get it where you want it. I'm putting the finishing touches on a bike that is very similar to what you picked up. So along with going over the mega-welcome, check out my thread so you can see what you got ahead of you.

Where are you located? It will be helpful to get to know a local member. Post a pic of the bike, lets see it.

[BassCliff]

Greetings and Salutations!!

Hi Mr. 4drpower,

The secrets to GS nirvana are in your "mega-welcome". You will find a couple of maintenance lists and a whole lot of other information. Follow the maintenance lists and the procedures they describe. Do it right the first time and you will have no worries. If you take shortcuts you will end up disappointed and frustrated. You have a 30 year old motorcycle that needs some TLC. Clean the carbs properly, check/repair the charging system and all electrical connections, new fluids all around, new brake pads, new tires/chain/sprockets, etc. You'll have to put a little effort into your bike up front to make solid, reliable, and fun transportation.

I just stopped by to welcome you back to the forum in my own, special way.

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!"....

Here is your very own magical, mystical, mythical, mind-expanding "mega-welcome". Please take notice of the "Top 10 Common Issues", the Carb Rebuild Series, and the Stator Papers. Now let me roll out the welcome mat for you...

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!

Thanks for joining us. Keep us informed.

Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff