83 GS1100G Changing plug wires

[Guest]

'83 GS1100G spark plug wires are cracked and probably need replacing. A few years back I asked a similar question about replacing the plug wires, but mis-placed the replys. One was from "squaredancer Lynn", but , sad to say I lost her reply.
It would seem I could get spark plug wire (solid or carbon?) and replace just the wire part. I'm supposing the metal ends (coil end) are ok; not sure what's up at the plug cap end.
Any suggestions, hints or tips what to look for? Plugs are new; coils seem to be ok; just wires to plugs are cracked.
Thanks for your input,
Bob Young
GS1100G (wife's bike)

[Nessism]

Bob,
You should try the search function, the answer is there. One trick is to use the Advanced Search, and then limit the search to Titles Only. Try "coil" or "wire" or just play around, this topic comes up all the time.

Bottom line is you need to dig the old wire out of the coil using a pick or similar since the wires are not intended to be replaced. The post in the coil and the caps are threaded so try to unscrew them and see if you get lucky. To replace these parts get some 7mm solid core copper wires and new NGK caps for the plugs - Z1 Enterprises will have the parts. You can also use suppressor wire and non resistor caps - buy a kit at the auto parts store. The archives has more details of what to do so please search out more information to educate yourself before attempting the job.

Good luck

[nastyjones]

I replaced my gs 1100 coils with Bandit coils & then replaced the wires with Dynas from Z-1. A PITA to remove but now everything is new for under $30.00.

Paul

[koolaid_kid]

Be sure and call Z1, don't use their web site. They will know exactly which NGK caps to use (there are many different angles) and they are extremely helpful. Personally, I would stick with factory-type and not use automotive wires. They are different for a reason.