1983 Suzuki GS1100ED --- "Big Boy"

[Big R]

That throttle cable could be a couple different things. Check the carbs first (make sure they snap back), then hook the cable to the carbs. Try pulling the end of the cable by hand. Then hook it up to the throttle assembly and check it again.

Could be the carb springs, dirty cable, dirty throttle sleeve bent throttle sleeve, etc.

 

[NoobZooki]

That throttle cable could be a couple different things. Check the carbs first (make sure they snap back), then hook the cable to the carbs. Try pulling the end of the cable by hand. Then hook it up to the throttle assembly and check it again.

Could be the carb springs, dirty cable, dirty throttle sleeve bent throttle sleeve, etc.

Oh. Well, I already ordered a new throttle cable. And when I had the carbs cleaned, I pulled the throttle linkage thingy and it snapped back. I think it's just a bad cable since it's bent and ripped in a few places. Probably getting stuck somewhere.

 

[Maritime]

Bike is looking great, and yes even a little bend in the cable can cause it to stick. A new one is a good idea fro sure, cause first it sticks then it breaks.

 

[NoobZooki]

Bike is looking great, and yes even a little bend in the cable can cause it to stick. A new one is a good idea fro sure, cause first it sticks then it breaks.

Thanks! I've often read stories of throttle cables and clutch cables snapping while they're out riding so it's a good thing I'm replacing both .

 

[NoobZooki]

So today was a bit more exciting. Woke up at 8 AM and went to check out Firestone in Ballard. Good, I found it. Bad news is that it's a 30 min drive just to get there then it took me 40 mins to get back home because this road was closed. I hope they fix that soon. 20 miles one way 40 miles both ways. So that's about 1 gallon of gas everyday!

Then I had rlong74 over at my place. I instantly recognized the sound coming down the road. His sweet 1981 Suzuki GS450T. Man... I really do miss mine. Anyways, we had a good talk about stuff then I gave him his GSR patches. Lucky him... Got a free red one! But I guess I owe him that for letting me ride his GS450. Felt just like mine except better. The throttle was smooth, clutch is awesome, and those Avon tires are MUCH better than my old crappy Cheng Shin Marquis.

There is a noticeable size difference.

Thanks for coming over Ryan! Always nice to put a face on the forum name.

Now after he left. I went to put my bike in the garage. I dropped my bike on the left side. I heard a crack. I said, "Oh no... There goes my turn signals." Picked it back up but there was no damage except a slightly scratched stator cover. The real damage was done to my camera. The screen broke! The clutch lever hit my right leg which was where the camera was. Oh well.... A replacement screen will cost about $20.


Now the mailman is like my best friend. He brings stuff to me.

Superbike GP mirrors, clutch perch assembly, and right side mirror mount. Thanks sschering!

Remember that my camera screen broke so I can't see what I'm pointing at.

All that is left to do is fix this electrical problem and get some horns.

 

[biggiesmalls]

Looks good over here too man. The 1100 certainly is a jump from the 450.