where to start?

[SilentRaven]

So i just got my first suzuki a 1981 GS450 T. and i want to get it running in tip top shape before hitting the road. I already plan on changing the spark plugs and oil, and i want to check the valves to make sure they are in spec but i was wondering if any one had the info for where the valves should be so i can change them correctly.

The bike runs pretty well right now but i know from past experiences that i should ensure that it is well maintained before i get to excited.

Any info or links to where i can find the info i need would be greatly appreciated!

[GS1150Pilot]

Here ya go.

https://onedrive.live.com/view.aspx?resid=2370B62DDF9F0C6B!1334&app=WordPdf&authkey=!APM7hx6Q2ynLu-A

[bonanzadave]

I think this still works. Welcome to the GSRs !

BikeCliff Website

[SilentRaven]

Thanks guys that is exactly what i needed!
where the best place (users?) to get shims from?

[GS1150Pilot]

http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/showthread.php?122394-GS-Valve-Shim-Club&highlight=shim+exchange

[steve murdoch]

3 posts and still no pics?
Welcome to the site.

[SilentRaven]

Your so right how rude of me, lol
Here it is once I got it home, I have since given it a well deserved bath to rid if of all the road grime an old oil stains.
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[SilentRaven]

Hope that come out right posted it from my phone

[dantodd]

Hope that come out right posted it from my phone

It worked ok. If you get an account on a photo hosting website you can embed images that are full-size in the post. Using the image upload feature on the forum results in smaller images presented as thumbnails.

[SilentRaven]

[SilentRaven]

so i plan on attempting reading my valves tomorrow on my day off, is there a chart that will help me figure out what shims i may need once i get my measurements

[GSXR7ED]

Welcome SilentRaven,

Nice little "T" you got there. Single front disc, rear drum...hey! You got an 8V engine! I haven't dealt with shims but BassCliff's link has the resources you need.

Post a pic of your "T" here: http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...ge4&highlight=


Ed

[SilentRaven]

Welcome SilentRaven,

Nice little "T" you got there. Single front disc, rear drum...hey! You got an 8V engine! I haven't dealt with shims but BassCliff's link has the resources you need.

Post a pic of your "T" here: http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum...ge4&highlight=


Ed

thanks Ed! i was wondering if any body knows what exactly the GS and T stood for? just curious mostly. i like to know as much as i can about my bikes

[GSXR7ED]

thanks Ed! i was wondering if any body knows what exactly the GS and T stood for? just curious mostly. i like to know as much as i can about my bikes

Oh my...a history lesson. Goto the main page via the FORUM (Next to "What's New) link at the top left. Scroll all the way to the bottom of the page and click on "The GSResourcesHomepage". Under "GS Info" you will see "History". Under the same drop down menu you will see "Model Information".

You'll find out quirks about each model as well as likes and dislikes by members...let the show commence. lol


Ed

[hannibal]

The math is pretty simple: of the clearance is too big, increase the size of the shim. A member here will share his spreadsheet that calculates it for you.