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A nice, unmolested 1980 Suzuki GS550E that's been in a garage for 20 years. Runs like new. I'm going to switch to lower bars and ride it for awhile before I decide what, if any, kind of build it will become.
 
chicagobob said:
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A nice, unmolested 1980 Suzuki GS550E that's been in a garage for 20 years. Runs like new. I'm going to switch to lower bars and ride it for awhile before I decide what, if any, kind of build it will become.

Gorgeous. They are great bikes, and super comfortable with low bars. The 550 I had for a while had some 7/8" Pro-Taper MX style bars that felt great on there. I'd just check the charging system and put some miles on her!
 
advCo said:
Gorgeous. They are great bikes, and super comfortable with low bars. The 550 I had for a while had some 7/8" Pro-Taper MX style bars that felt great on there. I'd just check the charging system and put some miles on her!

Of course it's your bike to do with what you will. My father had one (full on Harley guy, but took it in a trade) and I always dreamed of finding it. They are amazing bikes, just felt more sophisticated than a Honda or other 550's I'd ridden. That is sooooo complete and nice, I wouldn't touch a thing and enjoy it...
 
dewjantim said:
New toy..... left over model I just bought new.

I have an 2012, the seat sucks, I changed mine and got a pretty price for the stocker at the swap meet. I installed lower bars and megaphone pipes and ride the heck out of it. Really enjoyable bike. The only reason I'd get rid of it would be to get the new 1200. I upgraded to Hagon and progressive suspension and she handles well. Not fast, but nobody really runs away from me. I really like the nostalgia look, especially the fenders. I put a low profile taillight that cleans up the space ship look, smaller turn signals and lower mirrors. A short wind screen. Did I say I really like the bike? Light, quick handling, proper looking, what's not to like???

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsKFsce5phw
 
I will probably leave mine as is, for a while anyway. Seat is comfy for me and the handlebar position is comfortable also. In the future I might put my leftover Thruxton seat on it along with some "M" bars and round chrome bar end mirrors. I already have a slightly modified Thruxton as my British cafe racer, so this Bonnie can just be my cruiser.
 

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Took the pitbike down the ofsc trails around Lake Nipissing ont.

Hours and hours of trails with no signs of civilization anywhere.
 
2017 RNineT Pure with a few mods:
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Also, I'll throw in my 2001 Bonneville, with a lot of mods. Weighs about 25 lbs less than stock. Pretty fast for a 790:
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chicagobob said:
2017 RNineT Pure with a few mods:
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Also, I'll throw in my 2001 Bonneville, with a lot of mods. Weighs about 25 lbs less than stock. Pretty fast for a 790:
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Dude, great looking bikes. Where did you get the Bonneville seat? It's a beauty.
 
The leather Bonneville seat is from Journey Project, which I think is based in Thailand. Took about 6 weeks to get it. Fits great and is comfortable. Comes with leather dressing. See https://www.facebook.com/pg/OmegaRacer/photos/?tab=album&album_id=772327669553501
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The BMW seat is the one that comes on their RNineT Scrambler.
 
The CB390 posing in the garden.

Still missing some key engine parts but looking good !

Steve
 

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Finally pulled this out in the daylight.

I don't suppose someone has any tricks on fixing that kick starter shaft without having to yank the motor again and doing a split?
 

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WhyNot said:
Finally pulled this out in the daylight.

I don't suppose someone has any tricks on fixing that kick starter shaft without having to yank the motor again and doing a split?

Sweet little scoot! Since the shaft is junk anyways, you could maybe drill it for a bolt? It would weaken that area with the splines but that thing probably takes no force to kick it over so it may last you a while until you have to fix it the "right" way.
 
WhyNot said:
Finally pulled this out in the daylight.

I don't suppose someone has any tricks on fixing that kick starter shaft without having to yank the motor again and doing a split?
The gear on these is on the outside of the case. I'm pretty sure you don't have to split the case to change the shaft. Don't try to cobble together a fix. The shaft is not hard to find- even $25 on Ebay. You need the splines to handle the torque. I've seen people weld the lever on, tho. With XL175's guys weld a Kawasaki end onto the shaft, since the shafts have become unobtanium.
 
irk miller said:
The gear on these is on the outside of the case. I'm pretty sure you don't have to split the case to change the shaft. Don't try to cobble together a fix. The shaft is not hard to find- even $25 on Ebay. You need the splines to handle the torque. I've seen people weld the lever on, tho. With XL175's guys weld a Kawasaki end onto the shaft, since the shafts have become unobtanium.

I've had the cover off, the gear is inside the casing.

Too bad I can't just come from under, have to pull the head, jug and all to split it......was just trying to see if there were other ways.

Oh well, looks like an engine pull.

Thanks for the response fellows.
 
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