Missing Bolt?

[Guest]

Hi,
I have had my GS850L for about a week and I was looking at changing the gear oil when I noticed what appeared to be a bolt missing. The wear on the area makes it look like there was once a bolt there holding the engine to the frame. It almost looks like it has sheared off because there is still something in the gap. Can anyone help me out? Is there normally a bolt here,and how would I removed a bit if it were jammed in there?
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The bolt to the right of this photo.

Thanks

I should mention I have already taken this bike about 200 miles without noticing

[Vmass]

Yes, I believe you have a very important engine mount bolt missing.

Part numbers # 23, 32, 32 and 28 shown in this schematic:

http://www.partsfish.com/oemparts/a/suz/50d40204f8700230d8b4e641/crankcase-model-z

[tkent02]

Take that motor mount off so you can see what you're looking at. Looks like it's not the correct part, maybe it's off another size GS or something because it doesn't look like it lines up correctly. If all of the other motor mounts are there it couldn't be out of place that badly.

[Cyrano]

That bolt should go all the way through to see other side so have a look and see what's there. FYI the bolt passes straight through the engine casings.

[Lyra]

Thanks everyone. I haven't got the skills to fix it yet without fear of dropping the engine so I am taking it to a mechanic today

[tkent02]

Yes you do. It's a bolt. Does it line up with the hole or does it not?

[Lyra]

Yes it lines up with the hole. My worry is that I haven't got a way to support the engine while I remove the bolt in order to fit a new one. Are the other attachments strong enough to hold it briefly or do I need some sort of lift/jack?

Also all the websites I hunt for the part on seem to say that it has been discontinued.

[Vmass]

A close up shot of the other side would be helpful to determine if the bolt is still there (I think it is) and also to determine how much out of line it is. From the side you show, it doesn't look like it is too far out. A simple floor or bottle jack to line it up properly should be all that is needed.

I'll bet the bolt can be found through a member here or on eBay.

[Vmass]

Could this be what you need: http://www.ebay.com/itm/1983-Suzuki-...BV9xou&vxp=mtr

[Lyra]

I am learning so much!
Ebay is full of these bolts. Now just to get my hands on a jack

[tkent02]

There are several bolts around the engine, the others can support the engine while you work on that one. At least there are supposed to be several bolts. May have to do a little levering to get it back in, but that's no big deal.

[allojohn]

I agree with you Lyra, looks like the bolt is there but sheared off.

[bwringer]

Yes it lines up with the hole. My worry is that I haven't got a way to support the engine while I remove the bolt in order to fit a new one. Are the other attachments strong enough to hold it briefly or do I need some sort of lift/jack?

Also all the websites I hunt for the part on seem to say that it has been discontinued.

The other attachments have already been holding the engine up just fine for some unknown amount of time... GS shaftie engine mounting is pretty redundant (there's another large bolt holding up the rear of the engine). That said, you really need to fix this before riding the bike again.

The correct bolt would be best, and since they don't normally get damaged or wear out, and used ones are so easy to find (and probably several of us have these lying around anyway) there's no need to substitute all-thread or anything like that.

Those end plates can get mixed up, so make sure they are the right way around. They should line up pretty closely.

Also, since you now have evidence that some PO was a pretty sloppy mechanic, check the other mounting bolts and nuts as well.

I'll also add that you may want to see if there's a GS owner with more mechanical experience somewhere near you that could take a look. We're a pretty generous bunch!

[tatu]

I believe all that kind of thing is exactly the same as the 1000 shaft. Just saying as it will give you more options.

And Welcome to the site, lots of information here/

[Lyra]

I'll also add that you may want to see if there's a GS owner with more mechanical experience somewhere near you that could take a look. We're a pretty generous bunch!

Is there a certain part of the forum for a shout out like that, or is it best just to do it here?
Hallo anyone near Birmingham who wants to show an amature mechanic some GS maintence tricks?