LOT 408

1980 Suzuki GS1000SN Registration no. OBM 190V Frame no. 5284447 Engine no. 145699

Sold for £3,680 inc. premium

Lot 408

1980 Suzuki GS1000SN

The Autumn Stafford Sale – The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|14 October 2023, 10:30 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

1980 Suzuki GS1000SN
Registration no. OBM 190V
Frame no. 5284447
Engine no. 145699

The Suzuki GS1000 offered here is an officially imported UK-specification model and is registered as an Historic Vehicle in the vendor's name, having had four former keepers. Currently displaying a believed genuine total of 53,000 miles on the odometer, the Suzuki benefits from a recent engine top-end rebuild (piston rings and valve stem seals). The fuel tank is said to be clean and sound internally, although the tank and cowling would benefit from a respray. Other paintwork is good. The seat has been re-covered and the base and foam are sound. The side panel lugs require repair. A new battery has been fitted and the electrics are described as tired but functional, as is the switch gear. The clock and isolator switch work. The OE wheels are sound but would benefit from refurbishment. Tyres have plenty of tread but are old. Aeroquip hoses are fitted throughout and the hydraulics are good, with all brakes functioning. The Motad 4-into-1exhaust system is sound. Our vendor purchased the Suzuki in February 2023 as a project but finds it is too heavy for him to move about easily, hence the decision to sell. The machine last ran in July 2023. Offered with a V5C document.
Offered with key

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The frame number is 528447. The full engine number is GS1000-145699.

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1980 Suzuki GS1000SN
Registration no. OBM 190V
Frame no. 5284447
Engine no. 145699