petcock lever

[willys 55]

I see a lot of questions on petcock problems but nothing about why there isn't a lever on a petcock (1980 gs 750 E) I got htis bike and it had no lever .I got a new one from e-bay and it did not have a lever( or position handle/lever)

[scott]

Some of the 1980 petcocks do not have a lever.

There's a bunch of posts about the "dreaded 1980 petcock". For example:

http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/showthread.php?t=176459

[willys 55]

I understand now . it came like that on NEW suzuki's? what suzuki petcock would interchange ?

[hampshirehog]

I understand now . it came like that on NEW suzuki's? what suzuki petcock would interchange ?

None of the other taps will fit. That year had a tank with tap mounting holes at 50mm centre to centre - every other year it was different.

If you don't want to use the original Suzuki design you can fit an adapter plate that allows you to use a different type of (after market) tap.

[BassCliff]

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If you like, call up the guys at Z1Enterprises.com and they can fix you up with an aftermarket petcock and adapter plate. Those leverless 1980 petcocks can be a pain.

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[karllmt]

Hi Mr. willys 55,

If you like, call up the guys at Z1Enterprises.com and they can fix you up with an aftermarket petcock and adapter plate. Those leverless 1980 petcocks can be a pain.

I know some people have had trouble with the '80 petcock, or just don't like the fact that it does not have a reserve. After replacing my original with a new OEM from the dealer 8 years ago, I have had no trouble. It works like a charm. Just have to watch and know your fuel gaugue.
PS. The slot turned up and down is "prime", horizontal is "run."