82 gs1100 help

[Pfellers]

Hmmm, well you don't know us or what we have been through either in our lives. Grow up...or go somewhere else. There I broke my rule.

Pretty sure I'm not the high schooler making fun of other peoples grammar.

[JTGS850GL]

It may be just me, but I'm thinking that this is not the best way to ask for help. Just suck it up and let it go. Stop carrying a chip on your shoulder for things that happened in the past. Who cares if someone criticizes your grammar as long as you get the answer you need. There's been a lot of times I've said to myself "what a jack a$$" but still got the information I was asking for. I'd say you came out a little too fast with the big "dick" guns. Just let it roll off your back and move on.

[Chromedome]

Hi,
iv got an 82 gs1100, mine is an L model and its exactly like koolaid kid has described. Sorry i dont know whats wrong with your bike but as a fellow bike rider i do sympothise, i would suggest however you remove the plugs to isolate which cylinder or cylinders are offending.If you have a strong spark at each this would appear to indicate,electrics are ok but then it may be timing. The fact the choke alters the running or not of the engine seems to me like your problim may well be Carbs but give the guys on here as much information as possible and get the mentainance up to date. Stephen.

[jms]

Before starting any kind of diagnosis on your bike it is IMPERATIVE that you take care of all the necessary and probably neglected maintenance. For instance, you won't be able to diagnose an electrical problem unless you're certain that the Regulator Rectifier (R/R as you'll see it on here), stator and battery are in good shape.

I purchased my GS850G like a year ago and before trying to diagnose any problems I went through the very comprehensive list BassCliff just gave you. You'll be AMAZED at what POs do (and don't do) to these bikes.

Take your time, don't take shortcuts and you'll be amazed at the difference!