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#3
That's one way of looking at it. The other is that the bike is merely marking its territory.
#4
I can relate to your attitude about having a little oil on your boot. I had the same minor inconvenience for years with my '83 GS1100E. I knew where it was coming from, a leaky crank seal but, having honed procrastination to an expert level or perfection, I accepted it. Finally, just last month, I replaced the seal. Ahhhhhhh, relief! Now, I practice my procrastination skills on a few of my other toys.
Nice bike, btw, fwiw, I suggest that you compare the voltage at your coils vs what it is across the battery terminals. Your bike is old enough to see a couple of volt difference between the two. If so, performing a coil relay mod would breath new life into that bike's performance. Just my .02 worth.
#5
AND, a runner. ;)
Thanks!
#7
That's ironic, as my 1st GS was a Skunk too. Fwiw, I put about 200 miles on it yesterday including a LOT of twisty roads in the TN/NC mountains. The bike ran as good as it looks and I don't mind admitting falling in love with it all over again. If someone buys it, fine, if it doesn't sell, even better. :) Nice position to be in, for once.
And here's a link to my ad on ADVrider.
https://www.advrider.com/f/threads/1983-gs1100e.1577357/
#8
Thanks Evans, I should've expected you to respond. LOL. How's your H2 coming along?  On my end, I found a few more oil leaks on my Buffalo and am waiting on the seals. Hope to reinstall the water pump cover and chambers within the next couple of days. Getting close.
#9
Quote from: 747drvr on July 12, 2022, 11:01:18 AM
dang tnwillie!!  wish i would have waited for yours.  i just bought a 1982 gs1100e from a guy in Kingsport last week. the price was pretty good, but the front sprocket was toast and a few minor paint imperfections. it is going to be a spare to ride since my son in laws don't own bikes but like to ride. My wife said that was my last one. i told her the bikes are cheaper than a divorce!!  :olaf: :olaf:

That makes 2 of us. If the seller's name was Larry, I strongly suggest that you change out the steering head bearings. I rode that bike last week and encountered a bit of a head shake in a very mild turn when I took one hand off the handgrip. Based upon experience with an 1150 I had decades ago, it might be front tire related.
Also, I STRONGLY recommend you check voltage to the coils and do the coil relay mod if the voltage isn't the same as across the battery terminals. Man, what an overall difference you'll experience. Finally, add an extra ground lead from your battery to the frame and engine. Your charging system will thank you.
PM me and I have a few more tips I've learned over the decades. And/or you're up for a ride sometime. Its not often you see 2 GS1100s from the early 80's cruising together. ;)
#10
Thanks guys. So far, I've posted it on the GS forum and ADVrider. I've been both impressed and kinda humbled with the responses. The bike is really dialed in both motor-wise and suspension. It's a blast to ride in the twisties and straights alike and the sound coming out of the Supertrapp couldn't be sweeter.
#11
I figured this is the most appropriate section to discuss this matter since it involves a 4-stroke. After having owned at least one of every Suzuki GS from the 550 to the 1150 since buying my 1st one, a '78 Skunk back in '79, I have decided to sell my last GS. It's an '83 1100E and is the nicest example I've ever seen let alone had the good fortune to own. Take a look and comment if you like.
#12
I realize this thread is for eBay and CL but this bike is so nice I didn't think anyone would mind if I posted a link to the ad.
https://www.cycletrader.com/listing/1976-Suzuki-Gt-5021335838?zmc=iosshare
#14
VERY well done, in my opinion, and fairly priced. I'd be tempted to pull the trigger on that one if it weren't so far away. Hopefully, the buyer will join if not already a member here.
#15
Quote from: pidjones on May 17, 2022, 09:10:46 PM
Quote from: TNWillie on May 17, 2022, 02:45:28 PM
Great pics and thanks for posting them. I gave serious thought to driving down to check out the show but couldn't find any info online regarding location and time. My loss. :(
I will hammer Patrick about this next year. He needs at a minimum a web page. He did have a Facebook page, but not a group.
Thanks. I'd sure appreciate that.