Where do you all get your GW service parts? I suppose it's mostly aftermarket parts for a bike this old.
Anyone using these newer gell cell or lithium ($$$$) batteries?
Is the alternator going to be a concern if I'm not running any add-on electrical load?
Interesting info, Thx. I was hoping to salvage the carbs without a 100% total rebuild, but that may be wishful thinking. What issue ended up driving you to replace your carbs?
I had not heard about the potential for a head gasket issue; has anyone actually had this happen to a bike that sat...
Yeah, I don't trust any of those rubber items after they have possibly run for 63K miles and then sat for 18 years. I am surprised how good the tires actually look, but they will definitely get replaced before any road trip happens. Should I also replace the brake system hoses due to age? They...
Hi all, I am in the early stages of recommissioning a '81 GL1100 Interstate w/63K mi to put it back on the road after setting covered in a closed building unused for the last 18 years. This GL1100 belongs to a friend of mine who parked his '81 GW when he got a '94 model that he is still riding...
Hi, I've just started recommissioning a '81 Interstate myself. Your info about making the tool to remove the swing arm locknut was very helpful, Thx. You also mentioned making a tool to clean the front & rear brake master cylinders; what does that tool look like? I finally managed to get both...