Where can I find 1981 Suzuki GS 450 s?
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When did the Suzuki GS twins come out?
I believe the GS line of twins began life in 1976 with the GS400, from which descended the GS425, GS450, and the latest model the GS500. These twins were essentially the middle half of the larger GS 4 cylinder line of models.
How do you remove ignition switch from Suzuki GS?
Then grab a very small flat-head screwdriver and push the big half-moon looking pin inside the cylinder towards the shaft. This is the pin that holds plug inside the cylinder. It is the very last pin on the plug and is the biggest one. Once that is out of the way, start pushing the shaft out of the cylinder with your finger or a socket extension.
When did the Suzuki GS500E come on the market?
The newest GS model from Suzuki was introduced in 1989 and is currently on the market with minor changes from its introduction. Caption from the Motorcycle Online database) A vertical-twin engine with a broad, mellow powerband keeps the GS500E slim, light and easy to handle.
When was the last time I rode a Suzuki GS450?
This 1980 Suzuki GS450 (VIN: GS450512040) was last registered in 1994. Prior to storage, it was ridden just 1,191 miles. Readers have commented recently that low mile bikes often require full services, and sometimes may not be worth their high asking prices. Fortunately, the listing is up front about needing a little work.
Why does my 1980 Suzuki GS450 not have a spark?
I bought a 1980 Suzuki gs450 not too long ago knowing it didn’t have spark and the previous owner said its possible that there is a short somewhere in the electrical. I’m wondering if anyone has any knowledge or knows something that I don’t know.
Then grab a very small flat-head screwdriver and push the big half-moon looking pin inside the cylinder towards the shaft. This is the pin that holds plug inside the cylinder. It is the very last pin on the plug and is the biggest one. Once that is out of the way, start pushing the shaft out of the cylinder with your finger or a socket extension.
What to do if your Suzuki ignition cylinder stops turning?
This tutorial is for Suzuki GS850 GZ ignition cylinder, but it is the same in principal for many other makes and models of motorcycles. If your ignition key stops turning, which often happens when the steering is locked positionin , first shoot a stream of WD-40 down the hole to see if it starts turning again.
What’s the average speed of a Suzuki 450E?
At the dragstrip, our test GS turned the standing start quarter mile in 13.92 sec. with a terminal speed of 91.46 mph. While those are respectable times for a 450, we expected better results, especially since the 1980 GS450S was three-tenths quicker and several mph faster in the quarter, ridden at the same dragstrip by the same rider.
Why did Suzuki change the carburetors on the Suzuki 450?
Any discussion of the GS450’s performance must start with the carburetors simply because carburetion was the Achilles heel of the first Suzuki 450s. Carburetor jetting changes have eliminated the massive flat spots and cold-start leanness that made the early GS450s impossible to ride smoothly under certain conditions.
Is the Suzuki GS450 a 400 on steroids?
But that line in the sand doesn’t apply in the U.S., so Suzuki gave its little twin a cc boost to make it more appealing to U.S. buyers. The Suzuki GS450 was really a 400 on steroids. Though it used the same format as the 1976-1979 GS400 and the interim GS425, the GS450 engine was new from the crank up.
At the dragstrip, our test GS turned the standing start quarter mile in 13.92 sec. with a terminal speed of 91.46 mph. While those are respectable times for a 450, we expected better results, especially since the 1980 GS450S was three-tenths quicker and several mph faster in the quarter, ridden at the same dragstrip by the same rider.
What’s the condition of a 1980 Suzuki GS 450?
1980 SUZUKI GS 450EX MOTORCYCLE Condition: The pictures show the condition of the motorcycle and is in great running order. Any interested parties are welcome to inspect the motorcycle.
Is there a 1981 Suzuki GS450 cafe racer?
Suzuki GS450 Custom Café RacerThank you, for checking out our 1981 Suzuki GS450 Café Racer Build. We have recently completed this build and are hoping to find the next care-taker.
Any discussion of the GS450’s performance must start with the carburetors simply because carburetion was the Achilles heel of the first Suzuki 450s. Carburetor jetting changes have eliminated the massive flat spots and cold-start leanness that made the early GS450s impossible to ride smoothly under certain conditions.