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The GT550 Lives !

Posted on April 9, 2009 by Ian R. Sandy

For those who have been following along, the engine started up almost immediately and I took it out for a short ride today. It sounds good, no ‘bad’ engine noises at all after about 20 miles so I think I’ll … Continue reading →

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GT550 Rebuild Continues

Posted on March 29, 2009 by Ian R. Sandy

Following on from my previous post on my Suzuki GT550 rebuild, it seems that luck is in short supply as I am still waiting for a couple of seals to arrive.  For whatever reason, there seems to be an inordinate … Continue reading →

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GT550 Starter Clutch

Posted on March 20, 2009 by Ian R. Sandy

The new style clutch basket and starter drive assembly has arrived for the 1974 GT550 I’m rebuilding, together with most of the seals, gaskets and other bits and pieces I need. I managed to track the starter clutch assembly down … Continue reading →

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The 1974 GT550

Posted on February 21, 2009 by Ian R. Sandy

Some time ago, I picked up a 1974 GT550 which came to me with the engine stuck. As a part of the deal, I also was given two donor bikes of the same model, but different years. Basically, the bike … Continue reading →

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