About the Suzuki GS850
Compare service parts for the traditionally styled GS850G and cruiser-styled GS850GL.
The GS850 arrived in 1979 as a shaft-drive touring motorcycle. The traditionally styled GS850G and cruiser-styled GS850GL offered different seating and handlebar arrangements. Keep the suffix when choosing parts, even where individual engine or brake products cover both models.
GS850 carburetor kits and valve-cover gaskets by model
The early carburetor kit covers GS850G 1979. The later kit covers G and GL 1980–1983. Valve-cover gaskets have another split: the early gasket covers G 1979–1981 and GL 1980–1981, while the later gasket covers both 1982–1983. These component boundaries matter more than a broad GS850 description.
Model and year comparisonGS850 parts differences
Years apply to the part. Check its full fitment and the component fitted to your motorcycle before ordering.
| Model | Repair part | years | Before ordering |
|---|---|---|---|
| GS850G | Early carburetor rebuild kit | 1979 | 1979 G application; identify the carburetor. |
| GS850G | Later carburetor rebuild kit | 1980–1983 | Compare the kit contents with the fitted assembly. |
| GS850GL | GL carburetor rebuild kit | 1980–1983 | The same kit has its own GL application. |
| GS850G | Early valve-cover gasket | 1979–1981 | Match the cover outline and sealing profile. |
| GS850GL | Early GL valve-cover gasket | 1980–1981 | Do not extend this gasket entry to 1982. |
| GS850GL | Later GL valve-cover gasket | 1982–1983 | The later gasket also names G 1982–1983. |
Use the GS850G engine and fork guide or GS850GL gasket and rear-brake guide. Browse other capacities in Suzuki GS parts.
Prepare for the repairIdentify your GS850 components
Compare the motorcycle’s identification markings and model-year documents with the components actually fitted.
| Check | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| G or GL | Retain the full suffix and model year; use the corresponding child collection. |
| Valve cover | Compare the cover outline, bolt pattern and sealing profile before choosing between early and later gaskets. |
| Carburetors | Read the body markings and compare service pieces. A 1979 G kit is a separate product from the 1980–1983 kit. |
| Rear brake | Match the rear master cylinder or caliper independently; friction parts and hydraulic kits perform different jobs. |
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