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    Gs550s 78 550 to 82 550

    Has anyone done a later engine swap on a 550?

    I have a 78 550 which is finally giving up. It has dyna s ignition. System and rest stock.

    Can I just swap intake boots, exhaust and carbs and such to the newer engine? Or is there a a lot more to the swap?

    Thanks

    RR
    The GS toys:
    79 GS1000L 1st bike sold many moons ago...
    78 GS550
    81 GS650G The son's
    82 GS650GL parts bike
    85 GS700ES in progress
    85 gs700E parts bike
    82 GS1000GL in pieces
    80 GS1100L in progress

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    There will be a lot more depending on the year you went to. The 80-82 use a different style of carburetor than the earlier models so at least the intake boots, air cleaner, and carbs would need to change.

    Let me know if you need much help. I'm out in Dayton but my daughter lives in Newark and we're there quite often. In fact, her 81 550L is out there with her
    Last edited by cowboyup3371; 08-12-2023, 10:12 AM.
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    1981 GS550L - My Eldest Daughter's - Now Sold
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      #3
      Thanks bud. I've moved to hillsboro i appreciate the assist!

      RICH
      The GS toys:
      79 GS1000L 1st bike sold many moons ago...
      78 GS550
      81 GS650G The son's
      82 GS650GL parts bike
      85 GS700ES in progress
      85 gs700E parts bike
      82 GS1000GL in pieces
      80 GS1100L in progress

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