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    want to put GS850 engine in a GS650 - help ?!

    Hi, I bought a 1981 GS650 this summer and worked great until a loud clacking sound while driving - had it looked at and what happened was a collar broke off one piston; also had approx. 1/16" play on the rod so due to the high cost of repair I sought out a replacement motor.

    I found a GS850 for parts and measured the physical engine/powerplant. Looks like it will physically fit with the exception of fabing up a new set of mounts.

    Questions: can this be done? can I use my existing GS650 parts (carbs, starter, frame)?

    Thanks

    #2
    Haven't heard of anyone doing it. I suppose it is possible Would be a TIGHT FIT

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      #3
      Why not just get a 650 engine?
      You looking for a winter project?
      Go to the bike bandit site and try parts# matches for the engine parts in question.

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        #4
        Chances are that the starter would fit, but the carbs would be too small to let the 850 breathe right.

        Double check the hiegth around the top of the engine. It's gonna be a tight fit.


        It would be really cool though. 8)

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