Highlights

Sympathetic light restoration carried out in 2020
Comprehensive mechanical refurbishment including engine, brakes and suspension
Original chain and sprocket still fitted, supporting the 16,889 indicated km

The Appeal

The Suzuki GS1000S is one of the most celebrated Japanese superbikes of its generation. Launched in the late 1970s with a potent inline-four and sporting intent, the GS1000S quickly earned a formidable reputation on road and track, and today it remains a highly prized machine among collectors of period performance motorcycles.

This 1980 example was purchased from a specialist dealer in Germany in 2020 and has since benefited from a sympathetic light restoration. The frame and swinging arm were found to be in very good condition and required only cleaning and polishing, while the bodywork was refreshed with blue and white paintwork and a new Guilliari replica seat. Mechanically, the bike has received considerable attention across the clutch, carburettors, braking system, exhaust and suspension.

The vendor states the engine runs very well and that the bike rides as new. Stored in a heated garage, this GS1000S presents an appealing opportunity to acquire a well-sorted example of Suzuki's classic superbike.

Key Information

Mileage: 16,889 km (indicated); the original chain and sprocket remain fitted, which the vendor states supports the recorded figure
Country of registration: UK registered since 02/21 (imported from Italy)
Technical inspection status: MOT and road tax exempt
Technical specs: 997cc inline four-cylinder, six-speed manual
Paperwork: Partial invoices for aforementioned work reportedly available

The Detail

Blue and white paintwork scheme applied during sympathetic restoration
Frame and swinging arm cleaned and polished; the vendor reports these were in very good condition
Wheels lightly refurbished with new tubes and tyres
New Guilliari replica seat fitted
Clutch removed, modified and welded by Performance Suzuki to eliminate the customary clutch rattle
Carburettors ultrasonically cleaned by a specialist
New Delkevic stainless steel 4-1 exhaust system fitted
Brake calipers and master cylinders stripped and refurbished
New HEL brake lines installed
Brake discs skimmed and refurbished
New adjustable YSS rear shocks fitted
Small chip on the tank caused during removal; touch-up paint included with the bike
Stored in a heated garage during current ownership
The vendor describes the bike as running smoothly and presenting in very good order

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