1980 Suzuki GS550L - Page 8

Landsvw · 01-11-2021, 09:27 AM

Basket case...

Emerikol · 01-12-2021, 06:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Landsvw

Basket case...

Lands, I have a motorcycle just like that! Everything is in a rolling shopping basket, so I suppose that makes it literally a basket case! When I'm done with the robocop-esque surgery, it's going to be a 1972 Honda CL450. If I ever get that far. It's sort-of, kind-of up for sale now. I figure with buying an airplane on the horizon (no pun intended), six motorcycles in the garage is a bit much...

Really happy to see the old bikes coming back around, though. You did a great job getting the 90 back together and I'm sure your sister will get quite a bit of enjoyment out of it.

franque · 01-12-2021, 02:21 PM

I assembled an Indian pitbike from the 70s in similar state, it was terrible! At least you can get a service manual for this one! Did they say why it was disassembled?

**JerryHawk250** · 01-12-2021, 03:00 PM

My first bike was a 73 Honda CB200 that was completely torn apart like that as well and had to reassemble the engine. I had to get a manual when i got to the transmission but got her back together and running in about a day.

Emerikol · 01-12-2021, 09:13 PM

I bought the CL450 mostly in pieces. Apparently it spent the past 20 years on its side in a field. The guy I got it from bought it as a labor of love project, and just lost interest. I only paid $100 for it, and it has an original 1972 title! That alone was pretty impressive. I finished taking everything apart, and then started cleaning things up and bagging and tagging everything. Then we moved into the new house and I started a new job and the project got pushed off to the side of the workshop. I came across the CB450 for $800 out of New York so I bought it and had it shipped out. The engine was bad in that one, but it came with tons of extra parts. I was also able to source a couple more engines and parts and odds and sods and such... The list goes on, and I'm pretty sure if I get another frame I'll be able to make three or four bikes in the end. If I can ever string two or three days off together, I just have to put the battery back in the CB, put the tank on and clean up some wiring and I'll be able to get that one back on the road. My intention was to use the CB as sort of a living model to get the CL put back together. But alas, life always seems to get in the way. Now that I'm in the market for an airplane, I'm thinking I'm just going to sell the Hawk, and both Hondas. Clear up some space in the garage. We'll see how it shakes out, I suppose.

Landsvw · 01-14-2021, 09:13 AM

I try and consolidate projects too, once in a while. And, actually have the Shadow listed on clist, with 2 interested parties. (Sold, see below). Not sure what will happen but would actually like it to go away I think? Have spent 300+$ on the old Honda Z50 to try and get it back tho some kind or shape so don’t really want to tackle the big bike, at least at this point. At minimum have to paint the frame. Weather too cold and wet, etc.

1969 Honda Z50a before I started. This bike has been in our family since 1981

Note the handlebar damage lol. Multiple wrecks by teenagers...

All new bars and mounting parts are being installed

Emerikol · 01-14-2021, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Landsvw

At minimum have to paint the frame. Weather too cold and wet, etc.

74* and clear sunny skies here in Phoenix today...

Landsvw · 01-15-2021, 09:02 AM

I ‘think’ I have a buyer for the Shadow at 450$. He works at a powder coating shop so should have a nice way to finish the frame etc and make the bike look pretty. Anyway, I figured sell now, and get it out of my shop!

Oh, in reply to why was it disassembled. The PO wanted to paint it all up and make it look pretty. But that was 4 years ago. These disassemblies can get overwhelming when things come apart...

Landsvw · 02-20-2021, 07:26 AM

Shadow was sold! The new owner is really taking his time, powder coating it, and making it look pretty. Meanwhile, I also have our childhood Honda 50 torn apart and had it powder coated too:

Before:

After:

And, acquired a 1972 Suzuki TC125, the bike of my high school years. Been looking for a one! Will need a little work...

Lots of fun on rainy winter days in Oregon!

Landsvw · 02-20-2021, 07:31 AM

The guy who bought the shadow also got me involved in getting the Honda Z50a powder coated. He then sent me a picture of where he’s at on the Shadow:

And, mini bike as of yesterday:

I have to swap the fork innards as I have them on the wrong side... brakes are on right, on these... oops!

Landsvw · 02-20-2021, 07:43 AM

And the tank and seat are ready and waiting to go on:

Landsvw · 03-08-2021, 08:58 AM

Honda 50 is advancing

Suzuki is waiting on parts.

2LZ · 03-08-2021, 04:57 PM

The Mini Trail looks great!

If I recall, the TC125 was the "Prospector" with the dual transmission?....as opposed to the TS125 which if I recall was the Duster????

Love these old bikes.... Brings back my youth.

Landsvw · 03-09-2021, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 2LZ

The Mini Trail looks great!

If I recall, the TC125 was the "Prospector" with the dual transmission?....as opposed to the TS125 which if I recall was the Duster????

Love these old bikes.... Brings back my youth.

I think you’re right on those labels. The TC125 has the dual transmission. I could shift it very easily with my heel back in the day, and never had any issues of it breaking etc. This one was labeled a TS in the ad, but when I saw the shift lever I knew it was a TC. The sticker confirmed it. And I’m pretty sure my bike in the 1980’s during high school was also a 1972. I actually had a second one in maybe 1987. I’ve always regretted getting rid of them. They were very gentle and easy to ride two strokes and the high low range was super handy.

Landsvw · 03-31-2021, 09:20 AM

The guy sent me picture of the shadow. It’s done and looks amazing

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01-12-2021, 09:13 PM	#110
Emerikol Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Carrollton, GA Posts: 1,465	I bought the CL450 mostly in pieces. Apparently it spent the past 20 years on its side in a field. The guy I got it from bought it as a labor of love project, and just lost interest. I only paid $100 for it, and it has an original 1972 title! That alone was pretty impressive. I finished taking everything apart, and then started cleaning things up and bagging and tagging everything. Then we moved into the new house and I started a new job and the project got pushed off to the side of the workshop. I came across the CB450 for $800 out of New York so I bought it and had it shipped out. The engine was bad in that one, but it came with tons of extra parts. I was also able to source a couple more engines and parts and odds and sods and such... The list goes on, and I'm pretty sure if I get another frame I'll be able to make three or four bikes in the end. If I can ever string two or three days off together, I just have to put the battery back in the CB, put the tank on and clean up some wiring and I'll be able to get that one back on the road. My intention was to use the CB as sort of a living model to get the CL put back together. But alas, life always seems to get in the way. Now that I'm in the market for an airplane, I'm thinking I'm just going to sell the Hawk, and both Hondas. Clear up some space in the garage. We'll see how it shakes out, I suppose. __________________ First Rule of Aviation: -Never Pass Up The Opportunity to Pee I was struggling to get my wife's attention; I sat down on the couch and looked comfortable. That did the trick! My wife says I only have two faults. I don't listen and something else... If at first you don't succeed, try doing it the way I told you to... The Stable: 2005 Yamaha V-Star 650 - SOLD 2015 Suzuki DR 650 2015 RPS Hawk 250 - SOLD 2016 Ural Gear Up
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01-14-2021, 09:13 AM	#111
Landsvw Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Myrtle Creek Oregon Posts: 873	I try and consolidate projects too, once in a while. And, actually have the Shadow listed on clist, with 2 interested parties. (Sold, see below). Not sure what will happen but would actually like it to go away I think? Have spent 300+$ on the old Honda Z50 to try and get it back tho some kind or shape so don’t really want to tackle the big bike, at least at this point. At minimum have to paint the frame. Weather too cold and wet, etc. 1969 Honda Z50a before I started. This bike has been in our family since 1981 Note the handlebar damage lol. Multiple wrecks by teenagers... All new bars and mounting parts are being installed __________________ 1988 Kawasaki KLR250 1969 Honda Z50 silver tag 2002 Ford F-350 7.3 diesel 1975 Corvette 2017 Chevy Bolt “Throttle twisting geek” -LFN Last edited by Landsvw; 02-20-2021 at 07:44 AM.
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01-15-2021, 09:02 AM	#113
Landsvw Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Myrtle Creek Oregon Posts: 873	I ‘think’ I have a buyer for the Shadow at 450$. He works at a powder coating shop so should have a nice way to finish the frame etc and make the bike look pretty. Anyway, I figured sell now, and get it out of my shop! Oh, in reply to why was it disassembled. The PO wanted to paint it all up and make it look pretty. But that was 4 years ago. These disassemblies can get overwhelming when things come apart... __________________ 1988 Kawasaki KLR250 1969 Honda Z50 silver tag 2002 Ford F-350 7.3 diesel 1975 Corvette 2017 Chevy Bolt “Throttle twisting geek” -LFN
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02-20-2021, 07:26 AM	#114
Landsvw Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Myrtle Creek Oregon Posts: 873	Shadow was sold! The new owner is really taking his time, powder coating it, and making it look pretty. Meanwhile, I also have our childhood Honda 50 torn apart and had it powder coated too: Before: After: And, acquired a 1972 Suzuki TC125, the bike of my high school years. Been looking for a one! Will need a little work... Lots of fun on rainy winter days in Oregon! __________________ 1988 Kawasaki KLR250 1969 Honda Z50 silver tag 2002 Ford F-350 7.3 diesel 1975 Corvette 2017 Chevy Bolt “Throttle twisting geek” -LFN
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01-12-2021, 02:21 PM	#108
franque Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Marseille, France -> Conakry, Guinea Posts: 1,481	I assembled an Indian pitbike from the 70s in similar state, it was terrible! At least you can get a service manual for this one! Did they say why it was disassembled?
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02-20-2021, 07:31 AM	#115
Landsvw Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Myrtle Creek Oregon Posts: 873	The guy who bought the shadow also got me involved in getting the Honda Z50a powder coated. He then sent me a picture of where he’s at on the Shadow: And, mini bike as of yesterday: I have to swap the fork innards as I have them on the wrong side... brakes are on right, on these... oops! __________________ 1988 Kawasaki KLR250 1969 Honda Z50 silver tag 2002 Ford F-350 7.3 diesel 1975 Corvette 2017 Chevy Bolt “Throttle twisting geek” -LFN
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02-20-2021, 07:43 AM	#116
Landsvw Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Myrtle Creek Oregon Posts: 873	And the tank and seat are ready and waiting to go on: __________________ 1988 Kawasaki KLR250 1969 Honda Z50 silver tag 2002 Ford F-350 7.3 diesel 1975 Corvette 2017 Chevy Bolt “Throttle twisting geek” -LFN
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03-08-2021, 08:58 AM	#117
Landsvw Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: Myrtle Creek Oregon Posts: 873	Honda 50 is advancing Suzuki is waiting on parts. __________________ 1988 Kawasaki KLR250 1969 Honda Z50 silver tag 2002 Ford F-350 7.3 diesel 1975 Corvette 2017 Chevy Bolt “Throttle twisting geek” -LFN
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03-08-2021, 04:57 PM	#118
2LZ Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Volcano, Ca Posts: 7,102	The Mini Trail looks great! If I recall, the TC125 was the "Prospector" with the dual transmission?....as opposed to the TS125 which if I recall was the Duster???? Love these old bikes.... Brings back my youth. __________________ "Light a fire for a man, and you heat him for a day. Light a man on fire, and you heat him for the rest of his life." 2007 Suzuki DRZ400S (SM convert) 2009 Q Link XP 200 1967 BSA B25 250cc Starfire 2022 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2023 Royal Enfield Scram 411 1948 Royal Enfield Model G 350
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