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I'm looking to replace the equalizing tubing and fittings for my front suspension on my 80 gs850. Where might I find these parts/kit? I think my main problem is I'm not sure what they are called.
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-Mark
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Not sure that was standard equipment, as I don't have it on my bike.
We did have an aftermarket version on my son's 650, though.
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A 1980 GS850G did not have equalizer tubes on the front suspension.Comment
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If you change to upgraded springs in your forks, you will not need air pressure in the forks any more.
As mentioned, there was no equalizer tube on the 850G. I only remember seeing it on the 1000S.1981 GS850G "Blue Magic" (Bike Of The Month April 2009)
1981 GS1000G "Leo" (Bike Of The Month August 2023)Comment
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Do your fork caps look something like this?
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Yes, they look just like that. Err those?-Mark
Boston, MA
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1980 GS850G with 79 carbs.....Comment
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they are the same type as the picture you show. I've had no luck on my own finding a vendor for the parts on line. looks kind of like compression fittings.. any help in locating new fittings and such is appreciated.
-Mark-Mark
Boston, MA
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1980 GS850G with 79 carbs.....Comment
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bump bump bump-Mark
Boston, MA
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1980 GS850G with 79 carbs.....Comment
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Any quality NAPA Auto Parts Store should be able to hook you up with the fittings, ferrels, T-fitting, shrader valve and plastic air line to make it work.
Keep the air pressure between 5-11 pounds.
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