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 listings cover both models.
GS850 carburetor kits and valve-cover gaskets by model
The early carburetor kit shown 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.
Compare before orderingGS850 repair parts by model and year
Years shown apply to the linked part. Check its full fitment and the component fitted to your motorcycle before ordering.
| Model | Repair part | Listed 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.
Identify your motorcycle before orderingGS850 identification checklist
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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