Just bought a partially disassembled 82 standard. There are parts missing but it can live again. At the least, small carb parts and air cleaner. It's going to set in the van until I finish my 91 Kawasaki Zephyr (now running good but needs more cosmetics), and chain 'n sprockets for the NC700DTS-X. In the meantime, I'll be inventoring and collecting pieces.
Battery is dead for sure, don't know about charging system but I'll find out soon. It's been down for at least 4 years (last tag says 2014) but clear title and fairly clean exterior. It came with both Honda and Clymer service manuals so that will help.
I have experience, this is my fifth Old Gold. But also the roughest. Right now just seeking advice and encouragement.
So far, brake caliper rebuild kit from All Balls failed, the dust seal is too "fat". Gonna order OEM from
PARTZILLA. Has anyone else used All Balls caliper rebuild kits successfully?
Single carb conversion ordered. Used OEM carb set ordered. Gates timing belts, Fram oil filter, and NGK Iridium plugs awaiting installation.
New battery ion hand. Engine spins, all lights work.
So far, brake caliper rebuild kit from All Balls failed, the dust seal is too "fat". Gonna order OEM from
PARTZILLA. Has anyone else used All Balls caliper rebuild kits successfully?
Single carb conversion ordered. Used OEM carb set ordered. Gates timing belts, Fram oil filter, and NGK Iridium plugs awaiting installation.
New battery ion hand. Engine spins, all lights work.
Allballs is bearing kits, not brake caliper rebuild kits.
K&L does the brake kits.
On the GL1100 brake kits, you have to look at the list of compatibility to be sure you get the correct kit for the year and which caliper, as there are many changes from 1980/81, to 1982, to 1983.
Unfortunately many listing don't show the complete listing of fitment so you have to do your homework.
So far, brake caliper rebuild kit from All Balls failed, the dust seal is too "fat". Gonna order OEM from
PARTZILLA. Has anyone else used All Balls caliper rebuild kits successfully?
Single carb conversion ordered. Used OEM carb set ordered. Gates timing belts, Fram oil filter, and NGK Iridium plugs awaiting installation.
New battery ion hand. Engine spins, all lights work.
I've dealt with this guy for 10 years now and he is fast shipping and will replace if wrong kit. His listings usually have the complete fitment list and his prices usually can't be beat.
This is his 82 gl1100 search. Be sure to look for 82 gl1100 in the fitment. GL1100I(interstate, might be the same on most brake parts). GL1100A will have different number kits.
Agree All Balls are bearing kits but these breaker kits are clearly labeled All Balls, so... Anyway, the part number listed on the rear caliper kit dust seal is different from that listed in the front caliper kit. I've sent the whole order back and ordered OEM from Partzilla.com. only a little more expensive. Kits also contained new keeper pins and bleeder bolt caps which aren't needed anyway. Thanks for your response.
Allballs is bearing kits, not brake caliper rebuild kits.
K&L does the brake kits.
On the GL1100 brake kits, you have to look at the list of compatibility to be sure you get the correct kit for the year and which caliper, as there are many changes from 1980/81, to 1982, to 1983.
Unfortunately many listing don't show the complete listing of fitment so you have to do your homework.
So far, brake caliper rebuild kit from All Balls failed, the dust seal is too "fat". Gonna order OEM from
PARTZILLA. Has anyone else used All Balls caliper rebuild kits successfully?
Single carb conversion ordered. Used OEM carb set ordered. Gates timing belts, Fram oil filter, and NGK Iridium plugs awaiting installation.
New battery ion hand. Engine spins, all lights work.
Just read Greg's Winter Project. Many great pictures and well documented refresh on his '80 GL1100. I will reference it continuously as I proceed with my 82. Today, drained the radiator and oil. Found no spring in the oil filter, spring and washer ordered. Awaiting many parts. Tomorrow, timing belts using the suggested method at this site. I did the belts on my 75 many years ago and have replaced the timing belt on several ST1100s so familiar with the process.
I'll pull the front wheel, forks, and radiator first. I like plenty of clearance.
Gonna pull the tank, based on Greg's success. Following his example just makes sense.
Received a set of carbs, timing belts, oil filter, and a sonic cleaner. Also a set of plugs, but the wrong ones.
Got the front wheel off and ran all the brake parts thru the sonic cleaner. Front end has a detent so ordering a set of head bearings. Waiting for more stuff.
