What to watch out for on a Suzuki gs850?
GS850 what to watch out for. Discussion in ‘ Old’s Cool ‘ started by sjc56, Feb 24, 2012 . Tomorrow I’m looking at a 79 Suzuki GS850G, I know they have a reputation for being bullet proof except for the charging system but anything else?.
How to start a gs850 in cold weather?
Start the bike, and take a sip. Fool with the choke a little. Take another sip, and fool with the choke a little more. By the time you’ve bottomed the cup, you’ll be ready to ride. The four-cylinder GS series are notoriously cold blooded, but will start eagerly in very cold weather — they simply won’t run correctly until they are prepared to.
Is the GS 850 similar to the GS750?
I’ve got a 1979 GS750 that is very similar to the 850, just a smaller motor and chain drive, among a few other small things. I have a hard time believing that it should be that bad-I usually get around 45 mpg on the 750, and it doesn’t have CV carbs that are supposedly more frugal.
What kind of mpg does a gs850 get?
On average (non-slab) roads, she’ll hit reserve at around 170 miles. I’ve never run the bike dry, although 200 miles seems to be serious “looking for a station” terrain. Ridden respectfully with a certain amount of verve, you can expect about 38 mpg.
What should I change in my Suzuki GS bike?
Replace the sparkplug in cylinder #3. Start the bike, and fine tune the idle mixture on #2. Loosen the locknut between #2 and #3 cylinders, and adjust the vacuum to 10 in Hg (25.5 cm Hg) for both cylinders. Tighten locknut being careful not to move the set screw.
What should the vacuum be on a Suzuki GS motorcycle?
Loosen the locknut between #1 and #2 cylinders, and adjust the vacuum to 11.25 in Hg (28.5 cm Hg) for #1 cylinder. Tighten locknut being careful not to move the set screw.
GS850 what to watch out for. Discussion in ‘ Old’s Cool ‘ started by sjc56, Feb 24, 2012 . Tomorrow I’m looking at a 79 Suzuki GS850G, I know they have a reputation for being bullet proof except for the charging system but anything else?.
Start the bike, and take a sip. Fool with the choke a little. Take another sip, and fool with the choke a little more. By the time you’ve bottomed the cup, you’ll be ready to ride. The four-cylinder GS series are notoriously cold blooded, but will start eagerly in very cold weather — they simply won’t run correctly until they are prepared to.
On average (non-slab) roads, she’ll hit reserve at around 170 miles. I’ve never run the bike dry, although 200 miles seems to be serious “looking for a station” terrain. Ridden respectfully with a certain amount of verve, you can expect about 38 mpg.
What causes engine to run hot on lean idle circuit?
Backfires – Popping on deceleration for a lean idle circuit or backfires in general. Runs on choke – The vehicle may run on choke when it’s warm but stalls if the choke is turned off. Engine runs hot – Due to more oxygen than fuel combustion temperatures are hotter reflecting on a temp gauge.
Why does my Generator only run with the choke on?
A choke is active when it is closed;that is, it is on when it is closed. Normally you would keep it on (closed) until the engine warms up and then turn it off (open). If it really won’t run without the choke being closed/on then it’s not getting enough fuel and the carbs probably need cleaning.
What’s the difference between a GS 850 and a G 850?
The ’79 doesn’t have CV carbs. They are real, genuine, thirsty 1970’s sliders. CVs came in the next model year, when they also deleted the kick start. The early G also lacks electronic ignition and instead relies on points. The early 850 is a bored-out 750 in a 1000 frame. It’s HEAVIER than the 1000 by a few pounds (a little over 600 wet).
Is the gs850 a CV car or CV car?
The ’79 doesn’t have CV carbs. They are real, genuine, thirsty 1970’s sliders. CVs came in the next model year, when they also deleted the kick start. The early G also lacks electronic ignition and instead relies on points.
Is there a 1981 Suzuki GS850G for sale?
A beautifully restored 1981 Suzuki GS850G This bike has been fully disassembled, and cleaned. The frame and engine were freshly painted, and the engine case covers, wheels, and shaft unit polished to their original shine. Carburetors were professionally cleaned with an Ultrasonic tank, rebuilt, and synced perfectly.
What kind of engine does a Suzuki GS 850gl have?
The 1982 GL model in this test runs about as well as anything on the road. The engine in the GS850 is essentially a larger version of the old eight-valve 750, rather than a sleeved down remake of the GS1000. The engine uses the 750’s roller bearing crankshaft, stroke being 56.4mm like the 750, but with a 69mm cylinder bore.
What was the name of the 1980 Suzuki GS 250 twin?
Magazine ad from USA – 1980 GS-250 Twin. Click to enlarge. GSX250 – the eight-valve version of GS250 – was called GS250 on the American market. The older GS-models had only two valves per cylinder. This free site is managed by Jarmo Haapamäki. so you can enjoy the spirit of giving too.
The ’79 doesn’t have CV carbs. They are real, genuine, thirsty 1970’s sliders. CVs came in the next model year, when they also deleted the kick start. The early G also lacks electronic ignition and instead relies on points. The early 850 is a bored-out 750 in a 1000 frame. It’s HEAVIER than the 1000 by a few pounds (a little over 600 wet).
The ’79 doesn’t have CV carbs. They are real, genuine, thirsty 1970’s sliders. CVs came in the next model year, when they also deleted the kick start. The early G also lacks electronic ignition and instead relies on points.
What are the parts of the Suzuki GS850G?
Ignition Switch Assembly Fork Lock & Keys For Models With Square Steering Lock Bolt OEM Ref # 37100-45301 / 37100-47011 / 37100-49201 / 37100-48B10 Valve Cover Gasket OEM Ref # 11173-45004-H17 / 11173-45004 / 11173-45003 / 11173-45002
Is there a 1982 Suzuki gs850l for sale?
1982 Suzuki GS850L For Sale It is with a heavy heart and much trepidation that I offer for sale my 1982 Suzuki GS850L. My hope is that someone will take this bike and love it for another 33 years, as I have. I’d hate for it to go to someone who will part it out, or let their kid learn to ride on it, and possibly trash it.
What to watch out for in a gs850?
The four-cylinder GS series are notoriously cold blooded, but will start eagerly in very cold weather — they simply won’t run correctly until they are prepared to. When they are in tune, the motor is wonderfully smooth but won’t let you forget you are riding and old-school, carbon-dated machine.
I’ve got a 1979 GS750 that is very similar to the 850, just a smaller motor and chain drive, among a few other small things. I have a hard time believing that it should be that bad-I usually get around 45 mpg on the 750, and it doesn’t have CV carbs that are supposedly more frugal.
How to install a choke control on a carburetor?
Insert the cable bowden wire into the choke control (front or reverse pull). Then place choke cable under the cable clamp. 3. Position the choke control so it bottoms, then pull it back approximately 1/16″ (1.5 mm). Make sure that the carburetor choke is fully opened before tightening cable clamp. 4.